Contingency Recruiting & Contract-to-Hire Solutions

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Risk-Free Global Hiring: Only Pay After Your Ideal Candidate Starts

Hyperion360 placed three exceptional software engineers in two weeks with one of our clients when their internal recruiting team couldn’t find any qualified candidates in three months. The engineers we place stay for years cause we work hard to make sure they’re a great fit for our clients.

Proven Results

  • 97% retention rate after 12 months (industry average: 68%)
  • 1-14-days time to first qualified candidate
  • 3-month replacement guarantee if hire doesn’t work out
  • Hundreds of successful placements across Fortune 500 and startups

Hyperion360’s contingency recruiting and contract-to-hire solutions provide flexibility and security in your hiring process. Evaluate your new hires’ fit with your team and business objectives before making long-term commitments. Hire local or hire remote. We can recruit anywhere in the world for you.

If you want to work with top talent directly in a country you don’t have a local entity in you can just use Hyperion360 as an Employer of Record (EOR) or contractor of record (COR).

Case Studies

Tech Startup VP of Engineering Placement

A fast growing tech startup neeeded an experiencced VP of Engineering to lead their engineering team as their CTO wanted to step into a non-management role. Through our contingency recruiting process, we identified and placed a senior engineering leader with 20+ years of professional experience who had previously been CTO at 5 different public companies. The companies has since grown through multiple rounds of funding and is a category leader.

Role: VP of Engineering Outcome: Successful placement of senior engineering leader

Enterprise DevOps Team Building

A Fortune 500 company needed to build a DevOps team quickly but wanted to evaluate candidates thoroughly. We provided 4 DevOps engineers on contract-to-hire terms. After 3 months, the company converted 3 engineers to permanent employees and extended the contract for the 4th until they eventually converted that person to full-time as well.

Roles: Senior DevOps Engineers Outcome: 100% conversion rate to permanent positions

Contingency Recruiting Benefits

Risk-Free Hiring

  • No upfront costs - you only pay for successful placements
  • Performance evaluation period before permanent commitment
  • Reduced hiring risk with proven candidates
  • Satisfaction guarantee on all placements

Cost-Effective Solutions

  • Pay only for results - no fees unless you hire
  • Lower total cost of ownership compared to traditional recruiting
  • Reduced internal recruiting overhead
  • Flexible payment terms aligned with your hiring success

Quality Assurance

  • Rigorous vetting process for all candidates
  • Technical assessments and skill validation
  • Cultural fit evaluation with your team
  • Reference checks and background verification

Flexible Engagement Models

  • Contract-to-hire arrangements for extended evaluation
  • Direct hire for immediate permanent placement
  • Project-based contracts with conversion options
  • Temporary-to-permanent transitions

Contract-to-Hire Advantages

Extended Evaluation Period

  • 3-6 month trial periods to assess performance
  • Real project work to evaluate capabilities
  • Team integration assessment before permanent commitment
  • Cultural fit validation over extended time

Reduced Hiring Mistakes

  • Lower turnover rates with proven candidates
  • Better long-term retention through thorough evaluation
  • Improved team dynamics with validated cultural fit
  • Higher job satisfaction for both parties

Financial Flexibility

  • Spread hiring costs over the evaluation period
  • Budget predictability with known conversion terms
  • Reduced onboarding costs for proven performers
  • Lower replacement costs due to better matches

Our Recruiting Process

1. Requirements Analysis

We work closely with you to understand your technical needs, team culture, compensation expectations, and timeline requirements.

2. Candidate Sourcing

Our recruiters tap into our global network of software engineers, utilizing multiple channels to identify top talent.

3. Initial Screening

Comprehensive screening including technical skills assessment, experience validation, and initial cultural fit evaluation.

4. Technical Evaluation

In-depth technical interviews, coding assessments, and system design discussions to validate expertise.

5. Client Presentation

We present only the most qualified candidates with detailed profiles, assessment results, and recommendations.

6. Interview Coordination

We facilitate and coordinate all interview rounds, gathering feedback and managing the selection process.

7. Offer Negotiation

We handle salary negotiations, contract terms, and start date coordination to ensure smooth placement.

8. Onboarding Support

Continued support during the initial period to ensure successful integration and address any concerns.

Typical Recruiting Timeline

PhaseDescriptionDuration
๐Ÿ“‹ RequirementsDefine role & culture fitDay 1โ€“2
๐Ÿ” SourcingGlobal talent searchDay 3โ€“7
โœ… ScreeningTechnical & behavioral assessmentDay 8โ€“10
๐Ÿ‘ฅ PresentationQualified candidate profilesDay 11โ€“12
๐ŸŽฏ InterviewsClientโ€“candidate meetingsDay 13โ€“17
๐Ÿค HireOffer & onboardingDay 18โ€“21

Roles We Recruit For

Software Development

  • Senior Software Engineers (Java, .NET, Python, JavaScript)
  • Full-Stack Developers with modern framework expertise
  • Mobile Developers (iOS, Android, React Native, Flutter)
  • Frontend Specialists (React, Angular, Vue.js)

Technical Leadership

  • Engineering Managers and Technical Leads
  • Solutions Architects and System Architects
  • Chief Technology Officers and VP of Engineering
  • Principal Engineers and Staff Engineers

Specialized Roles

  • DevOps Engineers and Site Reliability Engineers
  • Data Engineers and Machine Learning Engineers
  • Security Engineers and Compliance Specialists
  • QA Engineers and Test Automation Specialists

Industry Expertise

Technology Startups

Helping fast-growing startups build their core technical teams with senior talent who can scale with the company.

Financial Services

Recruiting engineers with fintech experience, regulatory knowledge, and security-first mindset.

Healthcare Technology

Finding developers experienced with HIPAA compliance, healthcare workflows, and medical device integration.

E-commerce & Retail

Recruiting specialists in high-traffic systems, payment processing, and customer experience optimization.

Success Metrics

  • 85% conversion rate from contract-to-hire to permanent
  • Average 3-week time-to-placement for qualified candidates
  • 95% client satisfaction with placed candidates
  • 90% candidate retention after 12 months

Frequently Asked Questions

What are your commission rates?
20% of first year salary, due 30 days after candidate start date. No upfront fees, no retainer required.
What if the hire doesn't work out?
3-month replacement window - if your hire leaves or is terminated within 90 days, we’ll find a replacement at no additional cost.
How do you ensure quality candidates?
Multi-stage vetting including technical assessments, English proficiency tests, reference checks, and cultural fit evaluation.
What's your average time to placement?
Depending on the complexity of the role 1-14 days from requirements to first qualified candidate presentation, 21-45 days to successful hire.

Why Companies Choose Hyperion360 Recruiting

No Risk, High Reward

  • Zero upfront costs - only pay for successful placements
  • 97% retention rate - our candidates stay long-term
  • Global talent pool - access to engineers worldwide
  • Proven process - clients have worked with us for 10+ years
Start Recruiting

Ready to find your next great hire with reduced risk? Contact us today to discuss your recruiting needs and start the process.

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