About us
Deep-tech teams build with precision. You should hire the same way
Our mission is to bring engineering-grade clarity and structure to technical hiring so deep-tech teams can scale without losing momentum.
Hi, I'm Matt.
Founder of FrontierArc
I help deep-tech companies hire with clarity and precision and work with applied AI, robotics, and automation teams that want a dependable hiring system—not guesswork.
Photo Credit: Sourcing Summit
Hi, I'm Matt.
Founder of FrontierArc
I help deep-tech companies hire with clarity and precision and work with applied AI, robotics, and automation teams that want a dependable hiring system—not guesswork.
Photo Credit: Sourcing Summit
Hi, I'm Matt.
Founder of FrontierArc
I help deep-tech companies hire with clarity and precision and work with applied AI, robotics, and automation teams that want a dependable hiring system—not guesswork.
Photo Credit: Sourcing Summit
15+ Years
in High-Stakes Technical Recruitment
6+ Years
Specialising in ML, AI & Robotics Talent
Track Record With World-Class Deep-Tech Teams
Built Hiring Systems for Scaling Technical Teams
Creator of the Scalable Delivery System
International Deep-Tech Specialisation
(UK, DACH, Nordics)
The foundation of our approach
Why I Started
After 15 years in recruitment, I saw the same issue everywhere: deep-tech teams build with precision, but hire with chaos. I wanted to build a system that feels engineered, predictable, and aligned with how they already work.
What We Believe
Hiring should mirror engineering: clear, structured, and measurable.
Good searches start with alignment, not assumptions.
Research, not recycled CVs, drives the best results.
Trust comes from transparency.
What We Do
We build structured, research-led hiring process for engineering teams. My focus is helping founders and technical leaders find high-fit talent without noise or wasted time.
Who We Help
We work with deep-tech startups and scale-ups (20–500 people) across Europe—teams building applied AI, robotics, and automation who value structure, clarity, and a partner who speaks their language.
Why This Work Matters to Me
Building the future starts with the right people
I care deeply about the future. The work happening in applied AI, robotics, and automation is reshaping entire industries, and I’m motivated by the idea that the right people in the right roles can accelerate that future in a real way.
What drives me is knowing that great teams build great products—products that push boundaries and move the world forward. Helping those teams hire with clarity and confidence is my way of contributing to that progress.
When hiring becomes predictable and structured, leaders get time back, teams regain momentum, and the future they’re building comes into view faster.
Why This Work Matters to Me
Building the future starts with the right people
I care deeply about the future. The work happening in applied AI, robotics, and automation is reshaping entire industries, and I’m motivated by the idea that the right people in the right roles can accelerate that future in a real way.
What drives me is knowing that great teams build great products—products that push boundaries and move the world forward. Helping those teams hire with clarity and confidence is my way of contributing to that progress.
When hiring becomes predictable and structured, leaders get time back, teams regain momentum, and the future they’re building comes into view faster.
Why This Work Matters to Me
Building the future starts with the right people
I care deeply about the future. The work happening in applied AI, robotics, and automation is reshaping entire industries, and I’m motivated by the idea that the right people in the right roles can accelerate that future in a real way.
What drives me is knowing that great teams build great products—products that push boundaries and move the world forward. Helping those teams hire with clarity and confidence is my way of contributing to that progress.
When hiring becomes predictable and structured, leaders get time back, teams regain momentum, and the future they’re building comes into view faster.
“The impact of this training extends beyond individual skill enhancement; it has transformed how we deliver to our clients.
With the new techniques and best practices we've implemented, we can confidently assure our clients that we have thoroughly exhausted the market in our searches. Furthermore, by establishing a clear definition of "done" for our sourcing processes, we can ensure that we are consistently meeting our clients' hiring goals.”
Kate Sandy
Talent Manager @ Scede
Partnering with Matt helped us establish strong, advanced fundamentals in sourcing, allowing us to upskill our team and amplify the good practices already in place.
The immediate application of the training has been a game changer. For example, one of our Talent Partners had hit a wall with a current search using LinkedIn Recruiter. After learning Google X-Ray sourcing techniques, they were able to discover 25 new profiles which blew the hiring manager away.
I can confidently say that this program has equipped my team with a clear sourcing process and the advanced knowledge to leverage our tools effectively, ultimately enhancing our ability to help our clients achieve their hiring goals across all business areas.”
Jason Mills
Founder @ Talvo
“[Matthew] has transformed our approach, providing us with new techniques and insights that reignited our confidence and enthusiasm for sourcing
Since implementing what we learned, we've consistently hit our sourcing goals and seen a record number of sourced candidates progressing through our hiring stages. I genuinely believe that without this training, we wouldn't be where we are today as a team, and I'm excited to continue applying these strategies moving forward.”
Reece Batchelor
Talent Acquisition Lead @ Photoroom
“Since working with Matthew, he has helped me transform my attitude and approach to conducting new searches.
Through his training, I have become more methodical and efficient in my approach which has saved me so much time and increased my hit rate massively!”
Cal Blair
Founder @ flatstick
“What I am confident to say about Matthew and I will put my reputation behind is that he is intelligent, professional, and a constant learner.
Matthew is not one to "rest on his laurels". Each time we meet, he shares a new, critical insight about the talent acquisition / recruiting industry that he gains through self-study and interacting with other recruiting professionals.
He has a diverse and valuable skill set in recruiting, and a demonstrated track record of bringing value to organizations ranging in size from boutique firms to global enterprises. If you ask him about his wins, he will humbly frame his response in terms of what the team accomplished. He embodies the virtues of servant leadership.
Matthew would be my first choice to partner with when I expand my company and I feel he would be a remarkable addition to any leader's talent / recruiting organization.”
Trevor Gamble
VP of Marketing & Partnerships, SBT
“The impact of this training extends beyond individual skill enhancement; it has transformed how we deliver to our clients.
With the new techniques and best practices we've implemented, we can confidently assure our clients that we have thoroughly exhausted the market in our searches. Furthermore, by establishing a clear definition of "done" for our sourcing processes, we can ensure that we are consistently meeting our clients' hiring goals.”
Kate Sandy
Talent Manager @ Scede
Partnering with Matt helped us establish strong, advanced fundamentals in sourcing, allowing us to upskill our team and amplify the good practices already in place.
The immediate application of the training has been a game changer. For example, one of our Talent Partners had hit a wall with a current search using LinkedIn Recruiter. After learning Google X-Ray sourcing techniques, they were able to discover 25 new profiles which blew the hiring manager away.
I can confidently say that this program has equipped my team with a clear sourcing process and the advanced knowledge to leverage our tools effectively, ultimately enhancing our ability to help our clients achieve their hiring goals across all business areas.”
Jason Mills
Founder @ Talvo
“[Matthew] has transformed our approach, providing us with new techniques and insights that reignited our confidence and enthusiasm for sourcing
Since implementing what we learned, we've consistently hit our sourcing goals and seen a record number of sourced candidates progressing through our hiring stages. I genuinely believe that without this training, we wouldn't be where we are today as a team, and I'm excited to continue applying these strategies moving forward.”
Reece Batchelor
Talent Acquisition Lead @ Photoroom
“Since working with Matthew, he has helped me transform my attitude and approach to conducting new searches.
Through his training, I have become more methodical and efficient in my approach which has saved me so much time and increased my hit rate massively!”
Cal Blair
Founder @ flatstick
“What I am confident to say about Matthew and I will put my reputation behind is that he is intelligent, professional, and a constant learner.
Matthew is not one to "rest on his laurels". Each time we meet, he shares a new, critical insight about the talent acquisition / recruiting industry that he gains through self-study and interacting with other recruiting professionals.
He has a diverse and valuable skill set in recruiting, and a demonstrated track record of bringing value to organizations ranging in size from boutique firms to global enterprises. If you ask him about his wins, he will humbly frame his response in terms of what the team accomplished. He embodies the virtues of servant leadership.
Matthew would be my first choice to partner with when I expand my company and I feel he would be a remarkable addition to any leader's talent / recruiting organization.”
Trevor Gamble
VP of Marketing & Partnerships, SBT
“The impact of this training extends beyond individual skill enhancement; it has transformed how we deliver to our clients.
With the new techniques and best practices we've implemented, we can confidently assure our clients that we have thoroughly exhausted the market in our searches. Furthermore, by establishing a clear definition of "done" for our sourcing processes, we can ensure that we are consistently meeting our clients' hiring goals.”
Kate Sandy
Talent Manager @ Scede
Partnering with Matt helped us establish strong, advanced fundamentals in sourcing, allowing us to upskill our team and amplify the good practices already in place.
The immediate application of the training has been a game changer. For example, one of our Talent Partners had hit a wall with a current search using LinkedIn Recruiter. After learning Google X-Ray sourcing techniques, they were able to discover 25 new profiles which blew the hiring manager away.
I can confidently say that this program has equipped my team with a clear sourcing process and the advanced knowledge to leverage our tools effectively, ultimately enhancing our ability to help our clients achieve their hiring goals across all business areas.”
Jason Mills
Founder @ Talvo
“[Matthew] has transformed our approach, providing us with new techniques and insights that reignited our confidence and enthusiasm for sourcing
Since implementing what we learned, we've consistently hit our sourcing goals and seen a record number of sourced candidates progressing through our hiring stages. I genuinely believe that without this training, we wouldn't be where we are today as a team, and I'm excited to continue applying these strategies moving forward.”
Reece Batchelor
Talent Acquisition Lead @ Photoroom
“Since working with Matthew, he has helped me transform my attitude and approach to conducting new searches.
Through his training, I have become more methodical and efficient in my approach which has saved me so much time and increased my hit rate massively!”
Cal Blair
Founder @ flatstick
“What I am confident to say about Matthew and I will put my reputation behind is that he is intelligent, professional, and a constant learner.
Matthew is not one to "rest on his laurels". Each time we meet, he shares a new, critical insight about the talent acquisition / recruiting industry that he gains through self-study and interacting with other recruiting professionals.
He has a diverse and valuable skill set in recruiting, and a demonstrated track record of bringing value to organizations ranging in size from boutique firms to global enterprises. If you ask him about his wins, he will humbly frame his response in terms of what the team accomplished. He embodies the virtues of servant leadership.
Matthew would be my first choice to partner with when I expand my company and I feel he would be a remarkable addition to any leader's talent / recruiting organization.”
Trevor Gamble
VP of Marketing & Partnerships, SBT
Your next hire shouldn't take 6 months
Book a discovery call and I'll walk you through our research-driven system: how we map the market, qualify candidates, and deliver elite engineers in 21 days with a performance guarantee.
Your next hire shouldn't take 6 months
Book a discovery call and I'll walk you through our research-driven system: how we map the market, qualify candidates, and deliver elite engineers in 21 days with a performance guarantee.
Your next hire shouldn't take 6 months
Book a discovery call and I'll walk you through our research-driven system: how we map the market, qualify candidates, and deliver elite engineers in 21 days with a performance guarantee.