How to Use the Ninehire MCP in Windsurf

Q: How do I configure the Ninehire MCP Server in Windsurf?

Add the server to your /.codeium/windsurf/mcpconfig.json file under the mcpServers key. You can also use the Windsurf settings UI to connect the endpoint directly.

Q: Can Windsurf Cascade run multi-step Ninehire hiring actions?

Yes, Cascade chains actions like listjobapplicants and getapplicantprofile in a single run. You set the goal, and Cascade handles the sequence.

Q: What tools does this Ninehire MCP Server expose to Windsurf?

It exposes 12 tools including registernewapplicant, listcandidateevaluations, and getjobdetails. Cascade uses them to read and write directly to your hiring pipeline.

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Automate candidate intake with Windsurf Cascade

You tell Cascade to find a candidate and register them using `register_new_applicant` to quickly add them to your active board. It does not ask you for permission at each step. It runs the validation, pushes the contact info, and checks the status of your queue automatically. Instead of jumping between browser tabs, Cascade chains these tools to keep your pipeline moving. It handles the manual updates while you focus on interviewing.

Map organization teams using the MCP Server

Windsurf reads your workspace context and calls `list_organization_departments` to map company departments. It queries your internal setup to see which teams have open headcount. It then coordinates with `list_hiring_teams` to assign recruiters to specific roles. Cascade matches the company layout directly to your active pipelines.

Sift evaluations and job postings instantly

Cascade pulls candidate details using `get_applicant_profile` to match them against active openings. It checks `list_candidate_evaluations` to see how the team rated their technical screen. It compares these scores against the requirements found in `get_job_details`. You get a clear summary of who is ready for an offer and who needs another call.

Setup guide

Set up Ninehire MCP in Windsurf

Prerequisites

Windsurf IDE installed (macOS, Windows, or Linux)
Active Vinkius subscription with a valid endpoint token

1

Open MCP configuration

Click the Cascade assistant icon in the sidebar, then click the hammer icon (🔨) at the top of the panel. Select "Configure" to open ~/.codeium/windsurf/mcp_config.json.
2

Add the Ninehire MCP

Paste the JSON snippet shown on the right into the mcpServers object. Replace [YOUR_TOKEN_HERE] with your endpoint token from cloud.vinkius.com.
3

Refresh MCPs

Go back to the hammer icon (🔨) in Cascade and click "Refresh". Windsurf will detect the new server. No full restart is needed — the connection is hot-reloaded.
4

Verify in Cascade

Start a new Cascade conversation and ask something like "Show my Ninehire payment history." If connected, Cascade will call the Ninehire tools directly. You will see a green dot next to the server name in the MCP panel.

mcp_config.json

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "ninehire-mcp": {
      "url": "https://edge.vinkius.com/[YOUR_TOKEN_HERE]/mcp"
    }
  }
}

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Common questions about Ninehire MCP in Windsurf

Add the server to your `~/.codeium/windsurf/mcp_config.json` file under the `mcpServers` key. You can also use the Windsurf settings UI to connect the endpoint directly.

Yes, Cascade chains actions like `list_job_applicants` and `get_applicant_profile` in a single run. You set the goal, and Cascade handles the sequence.

The server fetches live data from your recruiting dashboard. When you ask Windsurf about candidates, it runs `list_job_postings` to get real-time active roles.

It exposes 12 tools including `register_new_applicant`, `list_candidate_evaluations`, and `get_job_details`. Cascade uses them to read and write directly to your hiring pipeline.

Your candidate profiles and evaluations remain locked behind Vinkius sandboxed isolates. The integration only queries Ninehire endpoints like `get_applicant_profile` when you actively prompt Cascade, keeping candidate emails and resumes private.

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