Our Technical Recruiting Methodology

A proven 4-phase approach that goes beyond resume scanning to find engineers who can actually solve problems. Real technical assessment by someone who understands the craft.

Ready to find exceptional engineers? Email us at recruiting@steelvalleytechnologies.com for a free consultation.

Our 4-Phase Recruiting Methodology

We don't just scan resumes – we systematically identify engineers who can actually solve problems and fit your team culture.

1

Client Discovery & Role Definition

We dive deep into your tech stack, team culture, and actual role requirements to understand what you really need - not just what's in the job description. This discovery reveals the real challenges and helps define success.

Key Deliverables:

  • Comprehensive technical requirements analysis
  • Team dynamics and culture assessment
  • Real vs. stated job requirements clarification
  • Salary range and expectations alignment
  • Success metrics definition
  • Timeline and urgency understanding
2

Network Sourcing & Application Filtering

I leverage my engineering networks plus custom application challenges to identify quality candidates and weed out quick-applies. This phase focuses on finding engineers who are genuinely interested and qualified.

Key Deliverables:

  • Active candidate outreach through engineering networks
  • Passive candidate identification and engagement
  • Custom technical challenges embedded in applications
  • Initial resume screening with technical focus
  • Quick-apply elimination through meaningful questions
  • Preliminary technical stack matching
3

AI-Proof Technical Assessment

One-on-one meetings to ensure candidates aren't using AI and actually understand their claimed expertise. I conduct real technical conversations about architecture, problem-solving, and actual project experience.

Key Deliverables:

  • Individual technical conversations (not coding tests)
  • Architecture and design discussion
  • Problem-solving approach evaluation
  • Real project experience deep-dive
  • AI dependency detection
  • Communication and explanation skills assessment
4

Comprehensive Candidate Compilation

I compile detailed technical assessments to present only the highest-quality candidates to you. Each candidate comes with a complete evaluation and recommendation, not just a resume.

Key Deliverables:

  • Detailed technical assessment reports
  • Cultural fit analysis
  • Salary negotiation insights
  • Interview preparation for candidates
  • Client presentation with recommendations
  • Ongoing support through hiring process

Why We're Different

We're not another recruiting agency. Our approach is designed specifically for companies that need engineers who can actually solve problems, not just talk about them.

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Real Technical Understanding

I actually code daily, so I understand what good engineers look like. When I assess candidates, I'm evaluating the same skills I use every day in production systems.

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AI-Proof Assessment

I catch candidates using ChatGPT because I know how real engineers think and communicate. My technical conversations reveal authentic understanding, not memorized responses.

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Network Over Postings

The best engineers aren't on job boards - they're in my network of fellow developers. I find passive candidates who aren't actively looking but would move for the right opportunity.

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Quality Over Quantity

I present 2-3 perfect candidates, not 20 mediocre ones. Every candidate I send has been thoroughly vetted and is genuinely qualified for your specific needs.

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Engineer-to-Engineer Connection

I speak their language because I am one of them. Candidates trust my technical guidance because they know I understand their daily challenges and career goals.

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Long-term Partnership

Focused on career fit, not just filling positions. I want every placement to be successful long-term, which means finding the right culture and growth opportunities.

Technical Specializations We Recruit For

I focus on engineering roles where my technical background provides maximum value. Here are the specializations where I can best assess candidate quality:

Frontend Engineers

  • React & React Native
  • Vue.js & Nuxt
  • Angular & TypeScript
  • JavaScript ES6+
  • CSS/SCSS & Modern Frameworks

Backend Engineers

  • Node.js & Express/Fastify
  • Python & Django/Flask
  • PHP & Laravel/Symfony
  • Java & Spring Boot
  • Go & Gin/Echo

Full-Stack Engineers

  • MEAN/MERN Stack
  • LAMP Stack
  • Ruby on Rails
  • Django + React
  • Next.js & Serverless

DevOps & SRE

  • Docker & Kubernetes
  • AWS/GCP/Azure
  • CI/CD Pipelines
  • Infrastructure as Code
  • Monitoring & Alerting

Engineering Leadership

  • Technical Managers
  • Principal Engineers
  • Staff Engineers
  • Engineering Directors
  • Startup CTOs

Specialized Roles

  • Security Engineers
  • Data Engineers
  • Mobile Developers (iOS/Android)
  • Machine Learning Engineers
  • Blockchain Developers

This Daily Coding Activity is Why I Understand Engineers

This is my actual GitHub contributions graph. Every green square represents time spent solving the same problems your candidates claim to understand. When I assess their technical skills, I know what real engineering work looks like because I'm doing it daily.

GitHub contributions showing daily coding activity

This is how I spot the real engineers from the resume optimizers.

Ready to See How We Find Real Engineers?

Discuss your hiring challenges and see how our methodology can find engineers who actually solve problems.

Email recruiting@steelvalleytechnologies.com to schedule your consultation.

No forms. No scheduling hassles. Just send an email and we'll find a time that works.