Tustin Recruiting

Orange County's Direct Hire Firm

With over 20 years of experience, Tustin Recruiting is your direct hire firm for Orange County. We specialize in placing qualified candidates on a permanent basis.

Tustin Recruiting
Why Choose Us?

Qualified, Local Candidates who Align with your Company Values

  • 3 Days

    Average time to schedule the first interview

  • 95% Success

    Placement rate for all positions

  • Why Us?

    Best local presence

    Company values first

Tustin Recruiting helped Stem Audio (Irvine) grow from 12 to over 60 employees in 2 years until we were eventually acquired by Shure. They found us everything from sales reps to high level engineers. Couldn't reccomend them more.

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Ready to find your next great hire?

Let's discuss your hiring needs. With our deep Orange County network and 20+ years of experience, we'll help you find the perfect candidate.

20+ Years Experience

Deep expertise and a proven track record of successful placements.

Direct-Hire Focus

Specialized in permanent placements that strengthen your team for the long term.

Local Market Knowledge

Unmatched understanding of Orange County's talent landscape and salary expectations.

Premium Job Board

Access top Orange County talent through our curated job board focused on quality over quantity.

Engineering Excellence

Top-Tier Software Engineers

We connect companies with exceptional software engineering talent who drive innovation and results. Our engineers bring deep expertise in modern JavaScript frameworks and cutting-edge AI technologies.

From scalable web applications to advanced machine learning systems, our candidates combine technical mastery with practical business impact.

  • JavaScript Engineers

    Full-stack experts in React, Vue, Node.js and modern web architectures.
  • AI/Python Engineers

    Specialists in machine learning, data science, and AI model development.
// Modern JavaScript Stack Expertise

const engineerCapabilities = {
  frontendFrameworks: ['React', 'Vue', 'Next.js', 'Nuxt'],
  backendTechnologies: {
    runtime: 'Node.js',
    frameworks: ['Express', 'NestJS', 'Fastify'],
    databases: ['MongoDB', 'PostgreSQL', 'Redis']
  },
  modernPractices: {
    architecture: ['Microservices', 'JAMstack', 'Serverless'],
    testing: ['Jest', 'Cypress', 'Testing Library'],
    deployment: ['Docker', 'AWS', 'Vercel']
  }
};

// Key Strengths
const expertise = [
  'Full Stack Development',
  'Performance Optimization',
  'Scalable Architecture Design',
  'Real-time Applications'
];
# AI and Machine Learning Expertise

class AIEngineer:
    def __init__(self):
        self.core_skills = {
            'frameworks': ['PyTorch', 'TensorFlow', 'Scikit-learn'],
            'specialties': ['NLP', 'Computer Vision', 'Deep Learning'],
            'data_engineering': ['Pandas', 'PySpark', 'Numpy']
        }
        
        self.domains = {
            'ml_ops': ['MLflow', 'Kubeflow', 'DVC'],
            'cloud_platforms': ['AWS SageMaker', 'Google AI', 'Azure ML'],
            'deployment': ['FastAPI', 'Docker', 'Kubernetes']
        }

    def key_achievements(self):
        return [
            'Production ML Systems',
            'Model Optimization',
            'Large Language Models',
            'Real-time Inference'
        ]

FAQ

Frequent Questions and Answers

What industries do you specialize in for Orange County?
We focus on high-growth industries in Orange County including Software Engineering, SaaS Sales, Medical Device Sales, and Technology. Our deep local network spans from Irvine's tech corridor to Newport Beach's medical device companies.
How does your recruiting process actually work?
It's pretty straightforward - we start by getting to know your company culture and what you're looking for. Then we tap into our Orange County network to find the right people. We handle everything from reaching out to candidates through to offer negotiations.
What types of software roles do you usually fill?
We work across the full engineering stack, especially with React, Python, and cloud tech. We've placed everyone from Senior Engineers to CTOs at both established companies and startups throughout Orange County.
What's different about your sales recruitment?
We really know our stuff when it comes to enterprise SaaS and medical device sales in Orange County. We get that these roles need specific technical knowledge and experience with complex sales cycles.
Do you back your placements with any guarantees?
Absolutely - all our direct-hire placements come with replacement guarantees, typically ranging from 60-90 days depending on the role. We're invested in making sure these placements stick.
How long does it usually take to fill a position?
While every search is different, you can usually expect to see strong candidates within 2-3 weeks. Being well-connected in Orange County helps us move quickly without sacrificing quality.
How thorough are you in checking candidates' backgrounds?
We don't just take resumes at face value. For engineers, we do technical assessments and review their work. For sales roles, we verify their track record and numbers. Plus, we always do detailed reference checks.
Where in Orange County do you work?
We cover all of Orange County, but we're especially active in the tech hubs - Irvine, Newport Beach, Costa Mesa, and Tustin. Our candidates are either local or ready to move here.
What are your fees and payment terms?
Our fees are competitive for Orange County and based on the position level. We offer flexible payment terms and only get paid when we successfully place a candidate. Let's discuss specifics based on your needs.
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Simple, Transparent Pricing.

Not quite ready for a full-service recruiting firm? Post on our job board for better local candidates.

$199 $149 /

Monthly (billed annually)

Basic

For small businesses looking to hire one or two candidates

  • 1 job posting
  • 30-day listing
  • Basic candidate dashboard
  • Email support
  • Featured job listing
  • Resume database access
  • Applicant tracking system
  • Dedicated account manager

$399 $349 /

Monthly (billed annually)

Growth

Ideal for growing organizations and mid-size companies

  • 5 active job postings
  • 30-day listings
  • Featured job listings
  • Resume database access
  • Basic applicant tracking
  • Phone & email support
  • Dedicated account manager
  • Custom hiring workflows

$1,299 $1,000 /

Monthly (billed annually)

Enterprise

For large organizations with multiple locations and ongoing hiring needs

  • 50 job postings
  • 30-day listings
  • Premium featured placement
  • Unlimited resume downloads
  • Advanced ATS integration
  • Custom hiring workflows
  • Dedicated account manager
  • Priority support 24/7
features

Local & Available Candidates

Our Orange County job board gives you all the tools needed to find, evaluate and hire qualified people efficiently.

Targeted Job Distribution

  • Post to multiple job boards
  • Social media promotion
  • SEO optimization for listings

Employer Branding

  • Custom company profiles
  • Media-rich job postings
  • Branded career pages

Premium Support

  • Dedicated account manager
  • 24/7 customer service
  • Recruitment strategy consulting
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Ready to find your next great hire?

Let's discuss your hiring needs. With our deep Orange County network and 20+ years of experience, we'll help you find the perfect candidate.

20+ Years Experience

Deep expertise and a proven track record of successful placements.

Direct-Hire Focus

Specialized in permanent placements that strengthen your team for the long term.

Local Market Knowledge

Unmatched understanding of Orange County's talent landscape and salary expectations.

Premium Job Board

Access top Orange County talent through our curated job board focused on quality over quantity.