Tech recruitment in the Philippines

Hire the top 1% of tech talent in the Philippines

Pre-vetted engineers, designers, and technical specialists. First CVs within 2 business days, backed by a 90-day replacement guarantee.

Your shortlist

Delivered in 2 business days

Senior Web Developer

Gabriella P. · Vetted by our lead engineer

Vetted

Cybersecurity Engineer

Bernila R. · Vetted by our lead engineer

Shortlisted

Principal Software Engineer

Lucio S. · Vetted by our lead engineer

Interviewed

Reference + criminal checks included1 hire per 4 intros avg.

90-day replacement guarantee

95% retention after 12 months

500+

Candidates placed

250+

Companies served

95%

12-month retention

2 days

To first CVs

Trusted by startups, agencies, and enterprises worldwide

Why companies choose Permhunt

Faster hires. Better fit. Longer stay.

Everything we promise is measurable: speed to shortlist, quality of fit, and how long your hire stays.

2 days

First CVs within 2 business days

After one calibration call we shortlist from our technical candidate database. Niche skill sets may take two extra days.

95%+

Retention after 12 months

Rigorous calibration on skills, communication, and culture means our placements stay. One hire per four introductions on average.

One flat recruitment fee

A single placement fee, zero ongoing costs, and no markup on salaries.

90-day replacement guarantee

If a placement leaves within 90 days, we replace them free of charge.

In-house lead engineer vetting

Technical assessments can be reviewed by our in-house lead engineer when requested and provided.

Compliance, contracts & payroll handled end-to-end

Employer reference checks, candidate criminal checks, and compliance partners for international contracts and payroll.

The talent

50,000+ technical candidates in our database

We cherry-pick from our database the moment a role opens, so you only meet candidates worth your time.

Vetted

Senior Web Developer

Gabriella Paolo · 5+ years experience

Sample candidate

ReactNode.jsMongoDB

Vetted

Lead UI/UX Designer

Harvey Tuazon · 3+ years experience

Sample candidate

FigmaAdobe XDSketch

Vetted

Senior Cybersecurity Engineer

Bernila Reyes · 5+ years experience

Sample candidate

Pen TestingSIEMIncident Response

Vetted

Principal Software Engineer

Lucio Sanchez · 7+ years experience

Sample candidate

PythonDjangoFlask

How it works

From brief to onboarded hire

From start to finish you're in the hands of Philippines technical recruitment specialists. Timelines depend on role seniority and candidate availability.

Calibration & screening

We define the role together on one call, then thoroughly screen applications against your exact requirements.

Preliminary assessment

Candidates go through initial interviews with our Philippines recruitment team to gauge skill match, communication, and cultural fit.

Your interviews

You receive a calibrated shortlist with CVs and our interview notes, then meet candidates 1-on-1. Technical testing available on request.

Offer & onboarding

After reference and criminal checks clear, we extend the offer and manage onboarding through to day one.

The difference

What sets us apart

A side-by-side look at how Permhunt compares to traditional headhunting agencies.

What you get	Permhunt	Other agencies
3 calibrated profiles within 7 days
95%+ candidate retention after 12 months
Employer reference checks
Candidate criminal checks
In-house engineering lead vetting
Regular post-hire candidate check-ins

Client stories

Trusted by the teams we hire for

Verified Google reviews from founders and executives who hired through Permhunt.

"After working with multiple recruiting firms and attempting to hire independently, we can confidently say that Permhunt stands out as an exceptional recruiting partner."

Jake Tanner

COO, Arcovo AI

Hired 3 Senior AI Solution Engineers

"We have been extremely impressed with Permhunt. It has made the process of growing our team with high quality talent a breeze."

Patryk Gajewski

CEO, Evolabs Digital

Hired a full development team

"Great working with Tim and team at Permhunt. They found us a strong senior engineer quickly and the process was seamless."

Steven Umbehocker

CEO, OS Nexus

Hired a Senior Linux Engineer

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Everything you need to know about hiring through Permhunt. Can't find an answer? Reach us at info@permhunt.com.

What roles do you recruit for?

We recruit for any technical role in the Philippines and are able to cater for 1000+ different roles.

How do I pay candidates?

Dependant on your engagement (contractor or employee), your payment to your staff member will be different. If you engage as a contractor, you will pay them directly. If you engage as an employee, you will pay through one monthly invoice (Employer of Record Service).

How does the pricing work?

We charge a one time fee for the recruitment service. This fee is only payable if you select a candidate and they sign the contract. There is no upfront deposits or costs when it comes to intially engaging with Permhunt. If you aren't satisfied with the talent, you pay nothing.

What salary range should I budget for a role?

This is entirely dependant on which role you are recruiting for. Contact us or view the respective role page for a specific role salary.

How long does it take to fill a role?

Between 3-30 days dependant on the role seniority and candidate availability. We try to fill roles as soon as we can.

Do you help with the job description?

We help shape your job description to ensure you capture the best candidates possible.

Are there discounts if I want to hire multiple staff?

Certainly. Speak to our team about discounted rates.

Your first CVs are 2 business days away

Tell us about the role and we will start cherry-picking candidates against your exact requirements. No upfront cost — you only pay when you hire.

90-day replacement guarantee · No salary markup · One flat fee