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Chief Technology Officer Recruitment & Staffing Services

Secure visionary technical leadership with executive search solutions tailored to your organization. Ikon Search connects growing startups, PE-backed portfolio companies, and established corporations with transformative Chief Technology Officers who drive technical strategy, engineering excellence, and digital transformation. Explore our flexible retained, permanent, and contract hiring models to discover the executive talent needed to scale your systems and accelerate future business growth.

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Our CTO Recruitment Services

Comprehensive executive recruitment and staffing solutions connecting organizations with proven technology leadership across multiple flexible engagement models.

Chief Technology Officer

Identify experienced Chief Technology Officers to direct technical strategy, build high-performing engineering organizations, oversee complex infrastructure, and spearhead transformative digital innovation tailored to your company goals.

Director of Engineering

Recruit strategic Directors of Engineering to lead software teams, establish disciplined engineering standards, scale development operations, and execute high-impact technology roadmaps across your enterprise.

Enterprise Architect Manager

Source experienced Enterprise Architect Managers to design resilient systems, align technical strategy with broader corporate objectives, and oversee the evolution of scalable infrastructure platforms.

Retained Search

Engage our confidential retained executive search model for high-stakes technology appointments requiring comprehensive candidate mapping, targeted industry outreach, and rigorous leadership qualification.

Full-time Permanent Recruitment

Secure permanent technical leadership through direct-hire recruitment focused on engineering expertise, executive vision, and strategic alignment with your company culture and growth objectives.

Technology Recruitment

Leverage deep recruitment expertise across engineering, DevOps, and cloud infrastructure to help high-growth companies and enterprises build resilient, high-performing technical departments.

Executive Search Solutions

Strategic Technology Leadership for Modern Enterprises

Appointing the right Chief Technology Officer is critical to navigating complex technology stacks, driving product innovation, and maintaining competitive advantage. Ikon Search delivers tailored executive recruitment strategies that evaluate technical expertise, leadership resilience, and strategic vision. Whether leading a high-growth startup or transforming an enterprise, our thorough vetting process ensures you secure proven executives who align with your long-term roadmap.

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Proven Track Record

Client Placements

Delivering exceptional executive talent and proven technical leaders to drive digital transformation, engineering excellence, and long-term business growth.

"Ikon was instrumental in building out my marketing team, from senior executive to associate. A truly full service staffing partner."

Blair Shiffman
Blair Shiffman

"This client had just lost a long tenured Managing Director and needed help filling this role quickly. Ikon was able to go to market right away and tap into off-market talent who fit the mold of this firm. We placed a new Managing Director in record time to lead a..."

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The Ikon Difference

Why Choose Ikon Search?

Boutique focus backed by deep search expertise and agile executive delivery.

Founding Expertise

Benefit from founders bringing over 25 years of executive search and talent acquisition experience.

Rapid Shortlists

Our efficient recruitment process and talent network typically present qualified candidate shortlists within 2-3 days.

Rigorous Vetting

Candidates undergo thorough qualification through in-depth interviews, technical assessments, and comprehensive professional reference checks.

Flexible Engagement

Choose from retained search, full-time permanent direct hire, or contract staffing models aligned with business goals.

Meet the Team

Dedicated executive search professionals guiding your leadership hiring.

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Kristin Lutz

Head of Contract Services

Kristin Lutz serves as Head of Contract Services at Ikon Search, the boutique staffing firm she helped establish in 2021. With deep expertise in contract and contingent workforce solutions, Kristin brings a client-first approach to every engagement, investing time upfront to thoroughly understand each organization's culture, values, and long-term hiring goals. Her extensive background in executive search and staffing enables her to connect businesses across financial services, technology, insurance, and marketing with exceptional professionals efficiently and accurately. Kristin is committed to delivering clean, quality-driven candidate pipelines and building lasting partnerships that support sustainable growth for clients ranging from growing startups to established corporations and PE-backed portfolio companies.

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Connor Brown

Head of Insurance

Connor Brown is the Head of Insurance at Ikon Search, leading the firm's specialized Insurance, Risk & Compliance recruiting division. With a focused expertise in the insurance sector, Connor works closely with carriers, brokerages, MGAs, reinsurers, and TPAs to identify and place top-tier talent across a wide range of roles. He leverages deep industry knowledge, broad professional networks, and Ikon Search's cutting-edge recruitment technology to present highly qualified candidates typically within two to three days. Connor takes pride in building genuine relationships with both clients and candidates, ensuring every placement aligns with the organization's operational needs, culture, and long-term strategic objectives.

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Adam Levy

Managing Partner

Adam Levy is a key team member at Ikon Search, the boutique staffing firm founded in 2021 with a mission to deliver tailored talent solutions across select industries. Adam contributes to the firm's commitment to pairing rigorous candidate vetting with a deep understanding of client needs, helping businesses across financial services, technology, insurance, and marketing find exceptional professionals. He embraces Ikon Search's core values of tailored focus, market speed, and data quality, working diligently to build and maintain strong relationships with both clients and candidates. Adam's collaborative approach supports the firm's ability to handle diverse hiring engagements, from full-time permanent placements to contract and temp-to-hire arrangements.

Frequently Asked Questions

How does Ikon Search recruit Chief Technology Officers?

Our executive recruitment practice begins with a thorough consultation to understand your organizational culture, technical stack, and strategic roadmap. We then utilize deep talent networks and market intelligence to identify proven technology leaders. Candidates undergo rigorous qualification through extensive interviews, technical evaluations, and detailed reference checks before being presented to your hiring committee for final selection and leadership placement.

What engagement models are available for hiring a CTO?

How quickly can we expect to review qualified CTO candidates?

What evaluation process do prospective CTO candidates undergo?

Does Ikon Search work with startups as well as established corporations?

Can you provide interim or contract CTO talent?

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Need Strategic Technology Leadership?

Speak with our executive recruitment specialists to initiate your confidential CTO search today.

Excellence in Executive Search

Awards and Recognition

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Executive Search Excellence

Recognized for high-caliber executive placement and leadership search.

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Vetted Talent Standards

Rigorous candidate screening through interviews and reference checks.

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Quality Data Commitment

Dedicated to recruitment data accuracy and market compensation insights.

Find Your Next Chief Technology Officer

Connect with our executive recruitment team to discuss your technology leadership needs and review vetted talent.

Contact Us Today

For immediate assistance, feel free to give us a direct call at 347 332 9668. You can also send us a quick email at KristinL@ikonsearch.com.