Targeted permanent search for technology teams. We map the market, engage passive candidates, and screen for technical context so your shortlist stays focused on people who fit the work.
Your Philippine recruitment team
Local market knowledge, direct outreach, and hands-on candidate screening.
Technical candidates in our network
Candidates successfully placed
First CVs for most roles
Replacement guarantee
Trusted by startups, agencies, and enterprises
Specialist search
The strongest technology candidates are often already employed. Our recruitment team combines local market knowledge, direct outreach, and disciplined screening to find people who are worth your interview time.
As international companies set up software development teams in the Philippines, the need for proficient Filipino software engineers has surged. Consequently, Manila has become a hub for a vast pool of highly skilled and globally experienced Filipino software engineers, who are working on innovative platforms with international impact.
The scarcity of seasoned Filipino software engineers, web developers, full-stack developers, operations engineers, and security specialists in sought-after technologies has intensified competition to attract and retain Manila's elite tech professionals. Many top talents are already employed and not actively seeking new opportunities, making them less visible on job boards and LinkedIn. Our adept IT recruitment team excels in connecting you with these hidden gems in the tech industry.
Permhunt, an expert tech recruitment agency, focuses on identifying and securing the Philippines' finest IT professionals. Utilizing our deep industry knowledge and local connections, we guarantee finding the ideal match for your unique requirements. From software developers to web designers, project managers, and other IT roles, we're dedicated to assembling your top-tier tech team in the Philippines.
We excel as a premier IT recruitment agency in the Philippines, focusing on passive candidate sourcing. Our technical recruiters are internationally certified in cutting-edge IT sourcing strategies, enabling us to uncover and connect with a broader range of IT professionals.
Our process
A structured permanent search that keeps the shortlist focused and the hiring process moving.
We begin by crafting a comprehensive IT job description. All applications are meticulously evaluated to compile a roster of fitting IT candidates.
IT candidates undergo preliminary interviews focusing on their technical prowess, communication skills, and alignment with company culture.
We present a curated list of top-tier IT professionals for collaborative client interviews, followed by thorough reference verifications of your chosen candidates.
Post successful reference validations, a formal job offer is extended to the chosen IT talent, who then undergoes a structured onboarding process.
A focused alternative
| What matters | Permhunt approach | Typical job posting |
|---|---|---|
| Candidate quality | Pre-qualified and matched to the role | Application volume varies |
| Time to first CVs | Two business days for most roles | Dependent on inbound applications |
| Passive candidate access | Proactive outreach and existing network | Mostly active jobseekers |
| Technical validation | Role-aligned screening before submission | Managed by your internal team |
| Replacement cover | 90-day replacement guarantee | No replacement cover |
Client stories
After working with multiple recruiting firms and attempting to hire independently, we can confidently say that Permhunt stands out as an exceptional recruiting partner.
We have been extremely impressed with Permhunt. It has made the process of growing our team with high quality talent a breeze.
FAQ
We recruit permanent talent across software development, cloud and DevOps, cybersecurity, data, quality assurance, network and infrastructure, and technology leadership. Each search is calibrated to the role rather than treated as a generic IT brief.
For most roles, we provide the first relevant CVs within two business days. Search timing can vary with seniority, technical specialisation, compensation, and candidate availability.
Yes. We combine direct outreach, our existing Philippine candidate network, targeted advertising, and local market knowledge to reach qualified people who may not be active on job boards.
We assess experience against the role, communication, motivation, work context, and cultural fit before a candidate reaches your shortlist. Technical tests can be added to your process when appropriate.
If a placed candidate does not work out during the guarantee period, Permhunt will run a replacement search at no additional recruitment fee, subject to the agreed terms of engagement.
Tell us what the person needs to own, and we will help you turn it into a focused search.
