Early engineering decisions shape companies.
The first engineers in an AI company shape far more than code. They influence technical direction, decision-making, and the long-term trajectory of the business.
Fudo Partners exists to work with founders at these moments.
We are a specialist search firm focused exclusively on founding and early engineering hires in VC-backed AI startups.
We work selectively with Seed through Series B companies building category-defining AI products across the AI startup ecosystem.
The Story
Early companies. Critical hires.
Gareth Hill - Founder of Fudo Partners
For nearly two decades, Gareth has worked with founders on the hires that shape early companies.
His focus has remained consistent: early engineering roles where technical judgment carries outsized impact.
Through Fudo Partners, Gareth works exclusively with AI founders and research driven startups on foundational engineering hires.
Why Fudo?
In Japanese, Fudo (不動) means “immovable” a reflection of stability and conviction at moments of change.
Early companies move quickly. Their foundations should not.
