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Full Service Hiring

A principal recruiter owns your search end-to-end. They do sourcing, preliminary screening, manage your interviews, and offer. Get relevant, high-quality candidates for the roles you can't get wrong. First profiles in 48 hours.

Customer Stories

Proven across startups and product companies at every stage

Real hires and real outcomes from seed-stage startups to scale stage.

Uplers helped us hire an AI engineer for Slidely AI.

Constant check-ins, follow-ups, understanding our needs for the role, adapting to the requirement changes based on the interviews, they were on top of it all.

Nikhil ShahFounder @ Slidely AI, a YC-backed startup

You guys understand the project well and have delivered very good.

The candidate are strong and my high level feedback is very positive.

I am also very satisfied with the co-ordination happening from your side.

Zorik GordonFounder @ AgentAI, a Series A company

Finding a trustworthy partner that is not going to screw you in the end, it's difficult.

Especially when I was in the Middle East and when I was in India for a short period, it's very difficult.

And Uplers so far has been fantastic.

Johnny BFounder @ Stealth, a seed-stage startup

Uplers has been a true partner in building our team in Bangalore from day zero.

They took the time to understand our requirements and consistently put us in front of the right candidates, not just any candidates.

Their team streamlined what is usually a slow and painful hiring process and made it efficient and reliable.

We're grateful for their support and would recommend them to anyone looking to build a team in India.

Aaditya SubediCo-founder @ Architect Labs, a seed-stage startup

It is great to hear that the collaboration has been a positive experience for the team and that Mukul and the rest of the talent are feeling supported and motivated.

We also value the partnership with Uplers and appreciate the commitment your team brings to our projects.

We look forward to continuing this momentum together.

Vivek NairCOO & Co-founder @ Botgauge, a seed-stage startup

We are very happy with the talents' consistent output and strong communication with other team members.

They have become a natural part of our organization, and we trust their expertise to get the job done.

Or PerlmanTech Lead, Mobility Division @ Zeals, a Series E company

With the help of Uplers, we found a great Founding Engineer in no time.

The profiles were not only relevant but active and ready to join us.

I've already referred Uplers to my friends and family.

Co-founder @ Stealth Startup

Great experience working with Uplers.

They closed our Frontend hire faster than expected, with excellent coordination throughout.

Special thanks to Bhawana and Shivi for making the process seamless.

Ramya SreedharaPeople Partner @ Rattle, a Series A company

We were struggling to close this role through agencies due to irrelevant profiles and frequent backouts.

With Uplers, every profile shared was relevant and interview-ready.

The role moved quickly, with minimal effort from our side and a much better cost outcome.

Jancy Alice ChallamHuman Resources Specialist @ GeoIQ, a seed-stage startup

Taking a moment to appreciate the support provided by Uplers during the hiring of Arvind Darak for the Sr. Forward Deployed Engineer role in Mumbai at a very critical time for us.

What stood out the most was their commitment towards building a long-term relationship rather than just completing a mandate.

It was a great experience working with them, and we look forward to continuing our partnership with Uplers for future hiring needs.

Sabari PrasadLead - Talent Growth & Experience @ Gnani.ai, a Series B company

Uplers helped us find our forward deployed engineer effectively.

The profile of the hire we were looking to make was complex and rare, so the search we assigned was difficult.

That said, they were polite and professional throughout the process, and we ultimately found our candidate successfully.

Jay SantoroVice President @ Tarsadia

Recently, I had a very pleasant experience working with Uplers.

We reached out to them regarding our hiring needs and they were structurally able to break our hiring need down.

This not only improved the communication we had but also defined an outline.

The candidates we found through them all seemed pre-screened and did pass the basic check which helped us in reducing the number of interviews.

If you are also looking to hire the right candidates then do reach out to them.

Rahul PrasadChief Product Officer @ BLVDPay, a privately held company

We got the candidate in the second batch only, so that was super helpful.

Initially, I thought the batch system was a bit inefficient because we were getting about a hundred applications.

But then I thought if you're just providing four to five, what happens if all of them get rejected or we don't find that relevance?

Soon after I saw the first batch, I understood that these are highly qualified candidates and highly qualified applications which closely align with our expectations.

Anuj AgrawalCo-Founder @ Angoor AI, a pre-seed startup

Within 11 days of sharing the requirement we had talent joining us from uplers, it's a record.

Abilash SoundararajanFounder & CEO @ PrivaSapien, a seed-stage startup

Uplers helped us hire an AI engineer for Slidely AI.

Constant check-ins, follow-ups, understanding our needs for the role, adapting to the requirement changes based on the interviews, they were on top of it all.

Nikhil ShahFounder @ Slidely AI, a YC-backed startup

You guys understand the project well and have delivered very good.

The candidate are strong and my high level feedback is very positive.

I am also very satisfied with the co-ordination happening from your side.

Zorik GordonFounder @ AgentAI, a Series A company

Finding a trustworthy partner that is not going to screw you in the end, it's difficult.

Especially when I was in the Middle East and when I was in India for a short period, it's very difficult.

And Uplers so far has been fantastic.

Johnny BFounder @ Stealth, a seed-stage startup

Uplers has been a true partner in building our team in Bangalore from day zero.

They took the time to understand our requirements and consistently put us in front of the right candidates, not just any candidates.

Their team streamlined what is usually a slow and painful hiring process and made it efficient and reliable.

We're grateful for their support and would recommend them to anyone looking to build a team in India.

Aaditya SubediCo-founder @ Architect Labs, a seed-stage startup

It is great to hear that the collaboration has been a positive experience for the team and that Mukul and the rest of the talent are feeling supported and motivated.

We also value the partnership with Uplers and appreciate the commitment your team brings to our projects.

We look forward to continuing this momentum together.

Vivek NairCOO & Co-founder @ Botgauge, a seed-stage startup

We are very happy with the talents' consistent output and strong communication with other team members.

They have become a natural part of our organization, and we trust their expertise to get the job done.

Or PerlmanTech Lead, Mobility Division @ Zeals, a Series E company

With the help of Uplers, we found a great Founding Engineer in no time.

The profiles were not only relevant but active and ready to join us.

I've already referred Uplers to my friends and family.

Co-founder @ Stealth Startup

Great experience working with Uplers.

They closed our Frontend hire faster than expected, with excellent coordination throughout.

Special thanks to Bhawana and Shivi for making the process seamless.

Ramya SreedharaPeople Partner @ Rattle, a Series A company

We were struggling to close this role through agencies due to irrelevant profiles and frequent backouts.

With Uplers, every profile shared was relevant and interview-ready.

The role moved quickly, with minimal effort from our side and a much better cost outcome.

Jancy Alice ChallamHuman Resources Specialist @ GeoIQ, a seed-stage startup

Taking a moment to appreciate the support provided by Uplers during the hiring of Arvind Darak for the Sr. Forward Deployed Engineer role in Mumbai at a very critical time for us.

What stood out the most was their commitment towards building a long-term relationship rather than just completing a mandate.

It was a great experience working with them, and we look forward to continuing our partnership with Uplers for future hiring needs.

Sabari PrasadLead - Talent Growth & Experience @ Gnani.ai, a Series B company

Uplers helped us find our forward deployed engineer effectively.

The profile of the hire we were looking to make was complex and rare, so the search we assigned was difficult.

That said, they were polite and professional throughout the process, and we ultimately found our candidate successfully.

Jay SantoroVice President @ Tarsadia

Recently, I had a very pleasant experience working with Uplers.

We reached out to them regarding our hiring needs and they were structurally able to break our hiring need down.

This not only improved the communication we had but also defined an outline.

The candidates we found through them all seemed pre-screened and did pass the basic check which helped us in reducing the number of interviews.

If you are also looking to hire the right candidates then do reach out to them.

Rahul PrasadChief Product Officer @ BLVDPay, a privately held company

We got the candidate in the second batch only, so that was super helpful.

Initially, I thought the batch system was a bit inefficient because we were getting about a hundred applications.

But then I thought if you're just providing four to five, what happens if all of them get rejected or we don't find that relevance?

Soon after I saw the first batch, I understood that these are highly qualified candidates and highly qualified applications which closely align with our expectations.

Anuj AgrawalCo-Founder @ Angoor AI, a pre-seed startup

Within 11 days of sharing the requirement we had talent joining us from uplers, it's a record.

Abilash SoundararajanFounder & CEO @ PrivaSapien, a seed-stage startup
Startup hiring is a different game

Your most important hires are already at a startup. All happy and satisfied.

The people who thrive at a startup rarely look for jobs. They're heads-down, well-paid, and content. Reaching them isn't sourcing; it's head-hunting the top 1% and selling them your mission.

A different breed

Startup-ready isn't about skills alone. It's intent, ownership, and thriving in ambiguity.

Not on the market

The best aren't applying, or even passively looking. It takes proactive head-hunting to reach them.

A network, not a job board

We tap a network of startup talent built over years. People you won't find on a job portal.

We sell the opportunity

For roles this critical, the candidate has to say yes. We pitch your mission, the scope, and growth trajectory.

Why Uplers

More than a recruiter. A hiring partner.

A full team works your role, end to end. The principal recruiter owns it, AI hiring intelligence helps surface and score talent, and a research team maps the market.

// the usual way

A pile of irrelevant CVs.

  • Post a role, drown in hundreds of irrelevant CVs
  • Weeks of screening, still no one worth hiring
  • Agencies forward bulk profiles that miss the brief
  • No one owns the outcome, and strong candidates drop off
// with Uplers

A team owns your role.

  • A senior owner, accountable end-to-end
  • AI intelligence scores every candidate for fit
  • A research team maps the market for the role
  • Only relevant, evidence-backed candidates
How it works

One owner. End to end.

We run your search from kickoff to joining. Backed by AI intelligence, so nothing stalls.

01

Kickoff & calibration

We align on the role, the bar, and the must-haves. From there, we own the search with one point of contact.

// the brief
Engineering Manager
SeniorLeadershipBusiness-criticalFull-time
02

Deep search & screening

We map the market and reach out. Backed by AI intelligence that surfaces and scores aligned talent.

// search
mapping the market…
320 targeted
40 engaged 8 screened
03

Evidence-backed shortlist & interviews

You get a scored shortlist with the full evaluation and we coordinate every interview for you: scheduling, feedback, and momentum, so no one drops off.

// scorecard
Technical depthStrong
LeadershipStrong
Stakeholder skillsSolid
Intent to joinStrong
04

Offer, joining & replacement cover

We manage the offer and negotiation, keep the candidate warm through their notice period, and back the hire with replacement cover if it doesn't work out.

// outcome
Priya Menon
Priya Menon
Engineering Manager · Ex-Stripe
Joined
Offer managedReplacement cover
What you get

This is what lands in your inbox.

Not a résumé but a deep, evidence-backed read on every candidate: real skills, genuine intent, and how they work.

Startup-readiness insights

Evaluate ownership, ambiguity handling, curiosity, execution depth, and founder alignment not just skills and experience.

Transparent AI screening

Structured evaluation across capability, mindset, alignment, and risk signals are visible to every hiring manager.

Screening call recordings & transcripts

Review real candidate conversations. Don't just get summaries. See how a candidate thinks and presents.

Recommendation reports & evidence snapshots

See exactly why a candidate is recommended, what was validated, and where caution may be needed.

Priya Menon
Priya Menon
Engineering Manager · Ex-Stripe · 9 yrs
What we found
Technical & system depthStrong
Led platform teams at scale; still close enough to the code to earn engineers' trust.
LeadershipStrong
Grew a team from 4 to 20 with low attrition and a clear hiring bar of her own.
Stakeholder managementSolid
Aligns product, design, and leadership without losing momentum.
Intent & convictionStrong
Wants the scope and ownership of this role - not just a title change.
Recommended for
Engineering Manager
96%Confidence
A senior operator who raises the whole team's bar.
AI intelligence·Evaluated by your Uplers lead
Pricing

Success-based pricing.

No retainers, no upfront fees. You pay only when a hire successfully joins.

AI & Human-Led

Full Service Hiring

For business-critical roles
"A principal recruiter owns the hunt until the right person joins."

For the roles you can't afford to get wrong, a principal recruiter runs everything end-to-end: sourcing, pitching and selling the opportunity, scheduling interviews, managing the offer, and supporting the candidate through joining.

Best for
  • Senior & leadership roles
  • Niche, hard-to-fill skill sets
  • Business-critical & strategic hires
  • Quality-first hiring
What's included
  • A principal recruiter, end to end
  • End-to-end hiring
  • Sourcing, screening & evaluation
  • Candidate pitching & interview coordination
  • Offer management & negotiation
  • Joining support & replacement cover
10% - 15%
Of annual CTC
Success fee · paid only when a hire joins
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FAQs

How is Full Service Hiring different from Curated Sourcing?

Full Service gives you a principal recruiter who owns the entire search - screening, interviews, offer, and joining. Curated is an AI-built shortlist you run yourself.

What roles is Full Service Hiring best for?

Senior, niche, and business-critical hires you can't afford to get wrong - leadership, hard-to-fill, and strategic roles.

How much does Full Service Hiring cost?

A success fee of 10-15% of annual CTC, paid only when a hire successfully joins. No retainers or upfront fees.

Is there a replacement guarantee?

Yes - replacement cover is included if a hire doesn't work out within the agreed window.

Do I have to manage interviews?

No. We coordinate scheduling, feedback, and the offer end-to-end. You just have to take the interviews and make the call.

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