Ashby MCP Server for Mastra AI 10 tools — connect in under 2 minutes
Mastra AI is a TypeScript-native agent framework built for modern web stacks. Connect Ashby through Vinkius and Mastra agents discover all tools automatically. type-safe, streaming-ready, and deployable anywhere Node.js runs.
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import { Agent } from "@mastra/core/agent";
import { createMCPClient } from "@mastra/mcp";
import { openai } from "@ai-sdk/openai";
async function main() {
// Your Vinkius token. get it at cloud.vinkius.com
const mcpClient = await createMCPClient({
servers: {
"ashby": {
url: "https://edge.vinkius.com/[YOUR_TOKEN_HERE]/mcp",
},
},
});
const tools = await mcpClient.getTools();
const agent = new Agent({
name: "Ashby Agent",
instructions:
"You help users interact with Ashby " +
"using 10 tools.",
model: openai("gpt-4o"),
tools,
});
const result = await agent.generate(
"What can I do with Ashby?"
);
console.log(result.text);
}
main();
* Every MCP server runs on Vinkius-managed infrastructure inside AWS - a purpose-built runtime with per-request V8 isolates, Ed25519 signed audit chains, and sub-40ms cold starts optimized for native MCP execution. See our infrastructure
About Ashby MCP Server
The Ashby MCP Server provides a direct natural language interface to your Ashby recruiting platform. Empower your AI agent to manage your hiring pipeline, from job listing analysis to candidate search and application tracking.
Mastra's agent abstraction provides a clean separation between LLM logic and Ashby tool infrastructure. Connect 10 tools through Vinkius and use Mastra's built-in workflow engine to chain tool calls with conditional logic, retries, and parallel execution. deployable to any Node.js host in one command.
Key Features
- Job Management — List all open, closed, and archived jobs, and retrieve detailed metadata for any specific position.
- Candidate Sourcing — Search for candidates by name or email and access full profiles, including tags and contact details.
- Application Tracking — Monitor the status of job applications and filter by job ID or workflow stage (e.g., Hired, Lead).
- Interview Oversight — Retrieve lists of scheduled interviews to stay on top of your recruiting calendar.
- Search Intelligence — Use powerful search tools to quickly find the right talent or job openings in your organization.
- Secure Integration — Uses secure HTTP Basic Authentication with your Ashby API key.
The Ashby MCP Server exposes 10 tools through the Vinkius. Connect it to Mastra AI in under two minutes — no API keys to rotate, no infrastructure to provision, no vendor lock-in. Your configuration, your data, your control.
How to Connect Ashby to Mastra AI via MCP
Follow these steps to integrate the Ashby MCP Server with Mastra AI.
Install dependencies
Run npm install @mastra/core @mastra/mcp @ai-sdk/openai
Replace the token
Replace [YOUR_TOKEN_HERE] with your Vinkius token
Run the agent
Save to agent.ts and run with npx tsx agent.ts
Explore tools
Mastra discovers 10 tools from Ashby via MCP
Why Use Mastra AI with the Ashby MCP Server
Mastra AI provides unique advantages when paired with Ashby through the Model Context Protocol.
Mastra's agent abstraction provides a clean separation between LLM logic and tool infrastructure. add Ashby without touching business code
Built-in workflow engine chains MCP tool calls with conditional logic, retries, and parallel execution for complex automation
TypeScript-native: full type inference for every Ashby tool response with IDE autocomplete and compile-time checks
One-command deployment to any Node.js host. Vercel, Railway, Fly.io, or your own infrastructure
Ashby + Mastra AI Use Cases
Practical scenarios where Mastra AI combined with the Ashby MCP Server delivers measurable value.
Automated workflows: build multi-step agents that query Ashby, process results, and trigger downstream actions in a typed pipeline
SaaS integrations: embed Ashby as a first-class tool in your product's AI features with Mastra's clean agent API
Background jobs: schedule Mastra agents to query Ashby on a cron and store results in your database automatically
Multi-agent systems: create specialist agents that collaborate using Ashby tools alongside other MCP servers
Ashby MCP Tools for Mastra AI (10)
These 10 tools become available when you connect Ashby to Mastra AI via MCP:
get_account_check
Verify Ashby account connection
get_application_info
Get details for a specific application
get_candidate_info
Get detailed information for a specific candidate
get_job_info
Get detailed information for a specific job
list_applications
List all job applications
list_candidates
List all candidates in Ashby
list_interviews
List all interviews
list_jobs
Supports status filtering. List all job listings in Ashby
search_candidates
Search for candidates by email or name
search_jobs
Search for jobs by title
Example Prompts for Ashby in Mastra AI
Ready-to-use prompts you can give your Mastra AI agent to start working with Ashby immediately.
"List all currently opened jobs in Ashby."
"Search for a candidate named 'John Doe'."
"Show me the details of application 'app_998877'."
Troubleshooting Ashby MCP Server with Mastra AI
Common issues when connecting Ashby to Mastra AI through the Vinkius, and how to resolve them.
createMCPClient not exported
npm install @mastra/mcpAshby + Mastra AI FAQ
Common questions about integrating Ashby MCP Server with Mastra AI.
How does Mastra AI connect to MCP servers?
MCPClient with the server URL and pass it to your agent. Mastra discovers all tools and makes them available with full TypeScript types.Can Mastra agents use tools from multiple servers?
Does Mastra support workflow orchestration?
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Connect Ashby to Mastra AI
Get your token, paste the configuration, and start using 10 tools in under 2 minutes. No API key management needed.