Propel your startup to new heights.

We Specialize in connecting visionary companies with game changing talent through an agile, hands-on approach.

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Accelerate your Talent Acquisition.

Our proven method creates communication, alignment and transparency every step of the way.

Discovery & Alignment

Agility & Speed

Our small team delivers fast turnaround times, ensuring high-growth startups secure top talent without delay.

Engagement & Evaluation

Direct Communication

We bypass the bureaucratic layers of larger agencies, providing direct access to decision-makers for swift, clear communication.

Precise Placement

Personalized Service

With tailored recruitment strategies that understand your unique needs, we offer a bespoke service that larger firms can’t match.

Tackling Visibility and Tangibility

We’re here to empower your success every step of the way. From tailored solutions to expert guidance, we’ll equip you with everything you need to thrive and exceed your goals.

Collaborative Recruiting

We offer customized recruitment solutions with flexible contingency and retained search options.

Full Cycle Recruiting

Our comprehensive approach takes you through every stage of the talent acquisition process—from initial sourcing to offer negotiation.

Flexible Payment Models

For mid, senior to staff level software engineers, we provide a contingent-based fee arrangement. For principles, VPs & up, we offer a retained-based fee arrangement with a small success fee.

Connecting you with the right fit for your needs

Our areas of focus

Software Engineering

Senior, Staff, Principal, Distinguished, Fellow

Infrastructure & Operations

DevOps, Databases, Platform & Infrastructure

Full Spectrum Skills

Web, Cloud, Mobile, Systems, ML and more.

Empowering Visionaries: Elite Talent for Startup Success

At i4 Talent, we transform recruitment for high-growth startups by building strategic partnerships that drive success. With 27+ years of combined experience, led by founder Matt Ravenell, our boutique firm understands the tech landscape and startup challenges. We immerse ourselves in your company culture to ensure each candidate is a perfect technical and cultural addition. Our agile, hands-on approach offers rapid, personalized service, minimizing downtime and maximizing impact. Choose i4 Talent to turn your hiring into a competitive advantage and fuel your startup’s growth.

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Your Success, Our Priority.

Focus

We handle the entire search, so you stay laser-focused on growth. Mixup your talent pipeline

Cost

Avoid costly hiring mistakes with our expert candidate selection, protecting your bottom line.

Talent

We find passionate experts who drive breakthroughs, whether you’re building AI, ML, or the next big app, so you can focus on changing the world.

Confidence

Our placement guarantee provides peace of mind and ongoing support.

Companies Served

“Matt excelled at identifying and preparing talent, balancing candidate experience with business needs, and driving team growth.”

– Justin “Max” Pugliese – Engineering Leader, Ads at Apple

“Matt provided a world-class experience, guiding me through a senior IC role process with respect and responsiveness.”

– Chris Stout – Sr. Staff Engineer at Meta – Engineer

“Matt’s clear communication, proactive approach, and focus on my needs made him a great recruiting partner.”

– John Moore – Director, Identity and Access Management at Kyndryl

“Matt excels at identifying and attracting top technical talent. His deep industry knowledge and ability to align candidate skills with organizational needs are exceptional.”

– Raúl Santos – Director, Engineering – Peloton

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