Direct Hire

Permanent Talent. No Shortcuts.

When the role is too important for a resume blast, we run a focused, consultative search with the same vetting discipline that drives our 3:1 hire ratio on the contract side.

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The Same Rigor. A Permanent Outcome.

Most staffing firms treat direct hire as an afterthought — a contingency fee they chase on the side. We treat it as a full search engagement. Same senior recruiters. Same technical screening. Same culture-fit assessment. The only difference is the employment relationship.

Deep Market Knowledge

15 years of building talent networks in technology markets means we know who's available, who's movable, and who's actually good.

Consultative Process

We don't just take a job description. We learn your team, your leadership style, and what "great" looks like in your specific context.

Proven Vetting

Our 3:1 submittal-to-hire ratio means we're not wasting your time with volume plays. Three candidates. One hire. That's the standard.

Roles We Place

Technology Leadership

VP of Engineering
Engineering Directors
Engineering Managers
Technical Architects

Individual Contributors

Senior Software Engineers
Data Engineers
DevOps/Platform Engineers
QA Leads

Professional & Non-Technical

Product Managers
Program Directors
Business Analysts
CFOs
General Counsel
Finance Directors
Sales Leaders

How It Works

Step 1

Discovery

We meet with the hiring manager and stakeholders to understand the role, team dynamics, compensation framework, and what success looks like at 90 days and 12 months.

Step 2

Targeted Search

We source through our proprietary network, direct outreach, and market mapping. No job board blasts. Every candidate is individually identified, approached, and vetted.

Step 3

Present & Close

We present a shortlist — typically 3 to 5 candidates — with detailed profiles, our assessment notes, and interview recommendations. We stay involved through the offer and acceptance process.

Not Ready to Go Direct? Start With a Contract.

Many of our direct hires start as contract engagements. It's a lower-risk way to evaluate fit, work style, and cultural alignment before making a permanent commitment. We build clean conversion terms into every contract so the transition is seamless.

Common Questions

Does DASH2 do retained or contingent direct hire searches?

Both. For senior leadership and critical roles, we offer retained search with dedicated resources and a structured timeline. For most individual contributor roles, we work on a contingent basis with the same vetting rigor.

What is DASH2's direct hire fee structure?

Our fees are competitive and transparent. We'll walk you through our pricing on a discovery call — it varies based on role level and search type (retained vs. contingent). No hidden markups.

Can a contract engagement convert to a direct hire?

Yes. Many of our placements start as contracts and convert to permanent. We build fair, clear conversion terms into every contract engagement.

How long does a direct hire search typically take?

Most searches produce a qualified shortlist within 2–3 weeks. Total time to accepted offer is typically 4–6 weeks, depending on your interview process and candidate availability.

Looking for a Permanent Hire?

Let's find the right person — not just the available one.

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