We’re the go-to search partner for AI-native companies building with LLMs, ML infrastructure, and applied AI, placing engineers who ship production-ready systems, not prototypes.
Fudo Partners was founded by Gareth Hill to solve AI’s toughest hiring challenge: finding rare engineers, applied scientists, and researchers who build from zero and scale fast.
With 18 years of deep expertise, Gareth has helped technical founders build core teams at world leading AI startups.
We work exclusively in AI/ML, connecting VC-backed startups from Seed to Series D with 10x builders who deliver leverage.
Our proprietary platform, Motion, maps rising AI talent in real time, helping clients find impact players before they become known.
We deliver a sharper, founder-aligned AI/ML search, fast, precise, and built for company-makers.
We deliver extraordinary zero-to-one talent,
the people who invent, scale, and ship AI.
Building the future, one world class hire at a time.
Hard-to-fill roles? Conquered.
Impossible hires? Found.
Exceptional talent? Delivered.
We've delivered 10x engineers for startups backed by these VC's.
Why Fudo?
Fudo Infiniti
Our proprietary engine that decodes how elite performers think, lead, and scale using cognitive signals to identify rare attributes.
Fudo Motion
Live talent radar tracking high-velocity builders through signals of output, impact, and influence before the market sees them.
Fudo Shift
We specialize in lifting out full teams. We deliver full, trusted teams already calibrated to move fast and build together from day one.
Ready for your next adventure? Let’s make it happen.
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HAPPY CLIENTS
Gareth has an exceptional knack for uncovering hidden gems and makes the entire process effortless. His professionalism and approachability make him a pleasure to work with, and I wholeheartedly recommend him.
Emily, VP of Engineering, AI Platform Company
We have had the pleasure of working with Gareth recently and can confidently say that his services are second to none. His approach is refreshing and results-driven, making him an invaluable partner in our recruitment efforts.
Dr. Sarah CTO, Leading AI Startup
Gareth is a highly professional recruiter who truly understands his clients' needs. He is efficient, respectful, and focused on delivering candidates that align with our business without overwhelming us with unnecessary calls or emails. Gareth’s thoughtful, results-driven approach ensures a seamless process, and we highly recommend him
Mark , AI Investor & Board Advisor
I have had the pleasure of working with Gareth both as a client and more recently as a candidate, and throughout both experiences, he has demonstrated exceptional professionalism and dedication.
Alex, Founding AI Engineer, Series A Startup
We’ve worked with many tech recruiters, but what sets Gareth apart is his network, it’s unmatched. He seems to know everyone. More importantly, he genuinely cares, which is rare in this industry. He owns his space. We’d recommend him without hesitation
Charles, Director of AI, OxBridge Spinout