Business Details
21 Years
experience
Your Trusted Partner for Technical Recruitment Solutions
Established in 2005, Optimus Search has become a leading technical recruitment specialist across the DACH region and beyond. Our expertise spans Engineering, Technology, and Life Sciences sectors, where we combine deep market knowledge with a relentless focus on connecting organisations with elite technical talent. With a proven track record in both permanent and contract recruitment, we deliver tailored solutions that align with client brand values and business objectives. Our award-winning culture fosters excellence, collaboration, and continuous improvement, ensuring our team remains at the forefront of industry innovation.Recognised in the Recruiter Hot 100 and Fast Track 100, we maintain a singular commitment to delivery, supported by a 500,000+ candidate database and local expertise across Europe. Client testimonials highlight our exceptional service, market understanding, and ability to secure high-calibre professionals who drive technological advancement. As a values-driven organisation, we prioritise diversity, opportunity, and long-term partnerships, empowering both candidates and clients to thrive in dynamic industries.
Services
Permanent Recruitment
Contract Hiring
RPO Solutions
Freelance Management
SOW Services
Details
- Year established: 2005
Highlights and features
- We have 19 years of technical recruitment expertise in Engineering, Technology, and Life Sciences sectors
- Our sector specialists combine local market knowledge with pan-European reach
- We offer flexible recruitment models including RPO, freelance management, and SOW solutions
- Award-winning culture recognised in Recruiter Hot 100 and Best Companies listings
- Client-centric approach ensures every placement aligns with brand values and technical requirements
Associations and certifications
- Best Companies 3-star accreditation
- Kununu Top Company Accreditation
What people say
Exceptional service
Second-to-none market understanding
Stand out from the crowd
Will use again
Proven track record
Services
Permanent Recruitment
Our permanent recruitment solutions deliver long-term talent aligned with organisational goals. We offer retained and contingent search options for critical roles, ensuring cultural fit and technical excellence. Clients benefit from strategic talent acquisition that drives sustained business growth.
Contract Hiring
Flexible contract hiring solutions cover freelance management and statement of work projects. We provide skilled professionals for short-term assignments while maintaining compliance and project control. Ideal for businesses needing rapid scaling or specialist expertise.
RPO Solutions
Our RPO services provide end-to-end talent acquisition outsourcing. Whether on-site or remote, we act as an extension of your HR team, delivering strategic recruitment aligned with business objectives and employer branding.
Freelance Management
Comprehensive freelance management solutions connect businesses with independent professionals. We handle compliance, contracts, and project coordination while maintaining access to Europe's top freelance talent across technical sectors.
SOW Services
Statement of Work solutions deliver complete project staffing with full visibility and control. We manage requirement analysis, team assembly, and performance measurement for complex technical projects across Europe.
People
Richard Eggleston
Managing Director
With extensive leadership experience, Richard directs Optimus Search's strategic growth while maintaining focus on technical recruitment excellence across European markets.
Sai Shritharan
Head of Perm
Sai leads our permanent recruitment division, leveraging deep sector knowledge to secure executive and specialist roles across technology and engineering fields.
Ardian Gradica
Head of Contract Technology
Ardian oversees contract recruitment operations, specialising in connecting clients with freelance technical experts and project-based professionals.
Neil Livingston
Co-founder
As co-founder, Neil has shaped Optimus Search's growth from inception, driving innovation in technical recruitment solutions across Europe's key industries.
Jack Herod
Head of Life Sciences
Jack leads our Life Sciences recruitment team, combining pharmaceutical sector expertise with strategic talent acquisition for biotech and medical research organisations.
Questions
What sectors does Optimus Search specialise in?
We focus on Engineering, Technology, and Life Sciences sectors across the DACH region and Europe.
What recruitment solutions do you offer?
We provide permanent recruitment, contract hiring, RPO, freelance management, and SOW solutions.
How do you ensure quality placements?
Our rigorous evaluation combines technical expertise assessment with cultural fit analysis for optimal matches.
Are you recognised industry awards?
We've been listed in Recruiter Hot 100 and Fast Track 100, with Best Companies accreditation.
How do you support European clients?
With local knowledge across multiple countries and a 500,000+ candidate database, we deliver pan-European solutions.
Reviews (4)
Selby Khuzwayo
Jun 05, 2022
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They cold call you and don't want to tell you where they got your data/CV from. They are also not honest. I would avoid them.
Leon B.
Feb 23, 2022
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I never had any problems with Optimus Search and especially with Ardian. Thanks for the good cooperation so far!
Max
Jan 01, 2022
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Got messaged by a recuriter via Linkedin to which I replied with my work limits (hours etc.). Got invited to a meeting just to find out their are only hiring for a full-time job (even though I already specified that is not an option). 1/5 for wasting time
Alexander Liluashvili
Oct 22, 2021
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I had a great experience with Optimus search. They were very professional and efficient. We could find a perfectly fitted position within a month. Thanks again
