Comment by jfil

> As far as I can tell I have no control over the initial condition

There is something: as part of the hiring process, arrange with your boss to get a warm introduction to the team. Make sure that your boss describes the challenges that led to your hiring, your qualifications (and that they're excited to have you on the team!) and present the vision of the positive future impact that you are likely to have.

I've benefited from these kind of intros when I was a consultant. The senior consultant would hand off the engagement to (junior) me by making me look like a star. Also, meeting people in person as soon as possible after you're hired boosts trust.