We're Married to Our Mission.
To be the tech recruiting partners you’re always excited to work with, not just because of the results we deliver, but for how we make you feel along the way.
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No buzzwords. No fluff. No endless stats.
Our website isn’t to bombard you with buzzwords or throw up a bunch of meaningless stats. It’s so you can do a vibe check. Do these guys look like they know what they’re doing and will I enjoy working with them? That’s it, folks!
Do we look like the team that gets results and makes the process actually enjoyable?
If yes, let’s make it happen.
No fluff, no hassle—just a team that delivers and makes hiring easy. Loved working with them!”
— Alex R., Head of Engineering
Fast, Focused, and Hassle-Free
We keep it simple—no fluff, just results. Here’s how we make hiring effortless:
Intake Call
We start with a friendly chat to figure out how we can be the best recruiting partners you’ve ever worked with.
Calibration
We’ll handpick 5-10 candidate profiles for you to review within 48 hours; or within 24 if you’re trying to hire “yesterday.”
Pipeline
With seatbelts on, it’s time to shift into high gear. We’ll keep your pipeline full until you’ve got an accepted offer in hand!
Where We Make an Impact
Proudly connecting top tech talent with leading companies in key innovation hubs.
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What People are Saying About Us
We’re not here to tell you how awesome we are. That’s what these people are for!
“Nyan and Lali have not only provided us with fantastic engineers, but as a Seed-stage company, they’ve been instrumental in helping us build out the right hiring plan along with our CTO and Head of Product.“
“Lali helped me find a job that’s a perfect fit. She was an advocate and resource throughout the hiring process and really got to know what I needed from my next role. I’d gladly work with her again.”
“Lali and Nyan listened, asked great questions, and pushed us to clarify our needs. What followed was a rapid stream of highly qualified candidates. Recruiting is often a drawn-out process—this was not the case with Carbon Talent.”
“Carbon Talent has been fantastic! Sending us top-tier, startup-minded talent—extremely excited to work with them again to scale our team.”
“I chose to work with Nyan & Lali because of their good vibes on the intro call & they have a great track record with design roles. Their speed and efficiency took me by surprise! 10/10 will recommend & use them again.”
“Nyan & Lali have been an absolute pleasure to work with. Plenty of great candidates submitted and listened closely to our requirements.”
“Lali and Nyan made the process of landing a founding design role at Charlie Health a DREAM! They listened and advocated to truly find the right role for me to grow and thrive. They have consistently checked in on me and I know they’ll be there to support me for the rest of my career.”
“Nyan & Lali stuck with me through some tough processes & transitions. Beyond everything else, I’ve been super impressed with their character.”
“Carbon Talent deeply understands PM and Design talent, making the search process incredibly efficient. They quickly delivered top-tier candidates, many of whom became high performers. Beyond their expertise, Lali and Nyan make every search smooth and stress-free.”
“Carbon Talent is incredibly responsive, deeply understands client needs, and consistently delivers high-quality candidates. I especially appreciated their ability to find non-traditional talent and make the hiring process seamless and efficient. Highly recommend them as a search partner.”
“Carbon Talent were essential partners as we rapidly grew in a competitive hiring market. They were organized, collaborative, and genuinely invested in helping us hire ideal candidates, including senior leadership. We’ll absolutely turn to them again as our team expands.”
“Lali and Nyan made everything seamless. They took time to understand my ideal candidate profile and integrated smoothly with our internal team. Communication was tight, and I felt like they were a true extension of our recruiting team.”
“Carbon Talent is a powerhouse recruiting firm that breaks down barriers to find the best talent. Their team is incredibly persistent and proactive, ensuring they identify top-tier candidates and secure buy-in for the hire.”
“Lali and Nyan helped me score an awesome founding engineer role and made the whole process super smooth. They really got what I was looking for and knew exactly which startups would be a great fit.”
“Carbon Talent meticulously tailored their approach to ensure my next company was the right fit. As a hiring manager, they rapidly sourced top talent that aligned perfectly with our culture. The candidates I’ve hired with them have been top performers.”
“Carbon Talent went above and beyond to understand my goals and place me in the perfect role. Their people-first approach sets them apart—they care about you as an individual, not just as a transaction. Simply put, they’re world-class professionals.”
“If you are looking to work with a true partner (not an agency), I could not recommend a better one than Carbon Talent. Lali and Nyan are dynamic and multifaceted authentic humans and really fun to deliver results with.”
“Lali and Nyan have consistently brought me thoughtful opportunities over the years, including one that turned into a great executive-level fit. When it came time to build high-performing teams, they were the obvious choice. Carbon remains my trusted partner for top talent.”
“Carbon Talent is incredibly responsive, deeply understands client needs, and consistently delivers high-quality candidates. I especially appreciated their ability to find non-traditional talent and make the hiring process seamless and efficient. Highly recommend them as a search partner.”
“Carbon Talent deeply understands PM and Design talent, making the search process incredibly efficient. They quickly delivered top-tier candidates, many of whom became high performers. Beyond their expertise, Lali and Nyan make every search smooth and stress-free.”
Our Frequently Asked Questions & Knowledge Base
We know hiring can be a big decision, so we’re here to make it simple. Check out our FAQs to learn more about how we work, what we offer, and why companies love partnering with Carbon Talent.
Let’s Google MeetWhy Carbon?
Great question but not sure we’re the best ones to answer that. Check out our testimonials to see why our other clients have enjoyed working with us 🙂
What roles do you love working on?
We want those juicy tech roles please. All things Engineering, Product, & Design!
What’s your secret sauce?
Recruiting isn’t our job; it’s our life. Imagine hiring two recruiters who live together & are communicating, strategizing, and executing 24 hours per day. That’s us!
What does your process look like?
It looks like a spa day: personalized intake call, sit back & relax why we do the heavy lifting, and then enjoy the impact of your new hire.
How long does it take to fill a role?
You tell us! An efficient interview process, plus buy-in from all the hiring managers, makes or breaks it. We can move faster than fast, quicker than quick, speedier than speedy?!
What services do you offer?
We offer whatever you need.
- For our clients: Exclusive Contingent Search, Retained/Executive Search, or Embedded/Fractional Services.
- For our candidates: LinkedIn optimization, resume reviews, and job search advice.
What are your fees and pricing structure?
We see people avoiding this one but transparency is our thing.
- – Exclusive Contingent Search: 25% base salary
- – Retained/Executive Search: 30% base salary
- – Embedded/Fractional: $15k-30k/month
Do you offer any guarantees?
Of course! And we advise running from any agencies that don’t offer one. We offer a 90-day guarantee. If any candidate leaves for any reason, we will backfill the role at no additional cost.