Matthew Watson

With over a decade of invaluable experience as an international Technology Recruiter, Matt has consistently proven his expertise in connecting elite Software Engineers with top-tier opportunities on a global scale. His track record boasts over 200 successful placements spanning the UK, Europe, the USA, and Asia, partnering with both high-growth startups and globally recognised technology firms.

At the forefront of his field, Matt’s proficiency shines particularly in retained projects where he excels in identifying exceptional talent for critical leadership positions, including CTOs, VPs of Engineering, and Heads of Engineering. He has also led specialist searches for organisations building forward-deployed engineering functions, including extensive work supporting Palantir hiring mandates across Forward Deployed Engineers (FDEs) and Deployment Strategists. These searches require a rare blend of deep technical capability, commercial awareness, and client-facing confidence — areas where Matt has built a strong and repeatable track record.

Beyond executive and forward-deployed mandates, Matt has orchestrated high-scale hiring initiatives requiring the rapid assembly of multiple senior engineers to accelerate product and infrastructure build-outs. He is equally comfortable tackling highly specialised and elusive mandates, sourcing talent in niche and competitive markets where precision, discretion, and network depth are critical.

His commitment to excellence, combined with a deep understanding of the global technology landscape, positions Matt as a trusted partner to organisations operating at the forefront of innovation. With an extensive international network, strong strategic insight, and an unwavering focus on quality over volume, he consistently delivers high-impact hires that shape technical teams and drive long-term growth.