Sydney

Software Engineers
Headhunters in Sydney

Connect with 943+ verified recruiters specializing in Sydney. Average placement time: 21 days. Success rate: 91%.

Headhunters

943+

Avg. Time

21 days

Success Rate

91%

Avg. Salary

$155,000

Why use a headhunter for Software Engineers in Sydney?

Finding qualified software engineers in Sydney requires deep market knowledge and extensive networks. The best candidates are often not actively job searching, making them invisible to traditional job postings.

Our network of 943+ specialized headhunters maintains relationships with passive candidates at top companies, helping you access talent you'd never find on your own.

The average software engineers salary in Sydney is $155,000, though compensation varies significantly based on experience, company stage, and specific responsibilities.

With demand growing +23% year-over-year, competition for top talent is intense. Companies using our platform fill positions in 21 days on average.

Top companies hiring Software Engineers in Sydney

Airbnb logoAirbnb
Stripe logoStripe
Netflix logoNetflix
Amazon logoAmazon
Microsoft logoMicrosoft

What we look for in Software Engineers

Minimum 50+ successful placements
Deep network in the local market
91%+ success rate on assignments
Transparent communication and regular updates
Understanding of compensation benchmarks
Track record with both startups and enterprises

Top Software Engineers headhunters in Sydney

Verified specialists with proven track records placing software engineers at leading companies in Sydney.

David Martinez

David Martinez

Partner

Russell Reynolds

Specialized in placing Software Engineers at top companies. 13+ years of experience in executive recruitment.

4.8143 placements
Software EngineersExecutive Search
Emily Garcia

Emily Garcia

Managing Director

Boyden

Specialized in placing Software Engineers at top companies. 13+ years of experience in executive recruitment.

4.9150 placements
TechLeadership
James Rodriguez

James Rodriguez

Principal

True Search

Specialized in placing Software Engineers at top companies. 13+ years of experience in executive recruitment.

4.5157 placements
Executive SearchStartups
Amanda Moore

Amanda Moore

Senior Partner

Daversa Partners

Specialized in placing Software Engineers at top companies. 13+ years of experience in executive recruitment.

4.6164 placements
LeadershipEnterprise
Robert Chen

Robert Chen

Director

Heidrick & Struggles

Specialized in placing Software Engineers at top companies. 13+ years of experience in executive recruitment.

4.7171 placements
StartupsSeries A-C
Jessica Martinez

Jessica Martinez

Partner

Russell Reynolds

Specialized in placing Software Engineers at top companies. 13+ years of experience in executive recruitment.

4.8178 placements
EnterpriseFortune 500

How it works

01

Brief us

Share your requirements. We handle everything else.

02

We match

Our algorithm assigns the best specialists for your role.

03

Watch live

Track every candidate and update in real-time.

04

Hire fast

Close top talent 10x faster than traditional agencies.

Software Engineers market insights in Sydney

Demand Growth
+23%

Year-over-year increase in job openings in Sydney

Avg. Compensation
$155,000

Base salary for mid-senior software engineers in Sydney

Time to Fill
38 days

Average time to fill positions through our platform

Success Rate
91%

Of searches completed successfully within 90 days

Frequently asked questions

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