Headhunting for Technical & Engineering Talent

Yuliia Pasichna

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About this service

Summary

Headhunting for tech and engineering talent focuses on proactively identifying and engaging passive, high-caliber professionals in competitive and specialized fields (e.g., software development, DevOps, embedded systems, hardware, and R&D). The process is targeted, confidential, and research-driven, aiming to secure mission-critical hires not accessible through job boards or inbound methods.
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Process

✔️ Needs Assessment 
Deep dive with hiring manager or tech lead. Define tech stack, role expectations, critical success factors, team gaps, and cultural fit. Align on candidate profile and “must-haves”.
✔️ Talent Mapping & Targeting, Outreach & Engagement
Build Candidate longlist from target companies and communities (e.g., GitHub, Stack Overflow, Linkedin, Facebook). Personalized messaging to candidates (email, LinkedIn, GitHub, etc.). Phone/VC screening for motivation, cultural fit, and skills context.
✔️ Screening & Evaluation Conduct deep screening (project history, coding/deployment impact). Rank and present with summary notes, risks, and value drivers. 
Optional: In-depth behavioral and competency-based interviews, referencing. 
✔️ Shortlist Presentation Curated shortlist of top candidates (2-5 depending on the role, expectations and job market), complete with detailed profiles.
✔️ Client Interviews & Support Coordination of interviews, feedback collection, and candidate preparation.
✔️ Offer Negotiation & Onboarding Support Advisory support in structuring offers. Offer presentation for the selected candidate and negotiation if needed. Confirmation of the start date and ensuring a smooth transition.
✔️ Post-Placement Follow-up
New hire check-in (14/30/90 days) Optional: Employer brand feedback from candidate

What's included

  • Candidate Shortlist

    2–5 handpicked, fully vetted professionals Profiles include detailed resume, motivation, salary, and mobility

  • Candidate Insights Report

    Target company list and talent mapping Competitive compensation insights Summary of conversations, interest level, and any red flags Technical strength and leadership potential

  • Interview Support

    Coordination of interviews, feedback collection, and candidate preparation.

  • Offer Negotiation & Onboarding Support

    Advisory support in structuring offers, Offer negotiation and approval with the selected candidate and ensuring a smooth transition.

  • Post-Placement Follow-up

    14-30-90 day check-ins

Skills and tools

Human Resources Consultant

Technical Recruiter

GitHub

GitHub

LinkedIn

LinkedIn

Industries

Aerospace
Computer Software
IT Infrastructure

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