Competency Frameworks
Show people exactly how to grow.
Ambiguity kills ambition. Define clear skill levels for every role so employees know precisely what great looks like at each stage. No more guessing what it takes to get promoted.
Quick summary
Harmny lets you build competency matrices with weighted scoring across career levels, so every employee sees exactly what skills they need for promotion. Frameworks are per-department, linked directly to review cycles, and updated in real time. Start at $8/user/month with a 14-day free trial.
Career Ladders
Every level, every skill, clearly defined.
Build competency matrices that map skills across career levels. Employees see exactly what's expected at their current level and what they need for the next.
- Define competencies by role, level, and category
- Link ratings directly to evaluation cycles
- Visible career ladder builds trust and reduces attrition
Weighted Scoring
Not all skills weigh the same.
Assign weights to competencies so technical depth matters more for IC roles while leadership skills matter more for managers. Weighted averages give fairer, more nuanced scores.
- Configurable weights per competency (1-10 scale)
- Different frameworks per department or team
- Detailed skill descriptions at each level
Weighted Competencies
"Harmny finally gave our engineers a visible path to senior and staff levels. Turnover in the engineering org dropped noticeably within two quarters."
David Lim
CTO, Meridian Labs
Why teams choose Harmny for frameworks
Transparent expectations
Employees see exactly what skills are needed at each level.
Weighted scoring
Not all competencies are equal — assign weights that reflect reality.
Per-department customization
Engineering, design, and product can each have their own framework.
Promotion clarity
Remove the guesswork from career advancement decisions.
Linked to reviews
Ratings flow directly into evaluation cycles.
Skill descriptions
Detailed descriptions at each level so expectations are unambiguous.
Competency frameworks — common questions
What teams ask before building career ladders in Harmny.
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