Recruit IT Engineers at Scale for a Global Cloud Enterprise

In 2022, a US-based global cloud and technology corporation partnered with Reco to strengthen its tech hiring capabilities in Vietnam. With over 2,500 employees in its Saigon hub, the client required a recruitment partner that could deliver senior and expert-level IT talent at speed, while maintaining enterprise hiring standards. Reco’s proven reputation as a leading IT recruitment agency in Vietnam made it a trusted choice for long-term collaboration.

1. Client Overview

Our client is an MNC corporation operating in the cloud computing and AI industry. They have set their global footprint on North America, SEA, and APAC. As it expanded its business in Vietnam, the company required highly specialized engineering talent to support continuous innovation and infrastructure growth while maintaining strict technical and compliance standards.

2. Client Requirements

The client’s recruitment challenge was multifaceted. In particular, the organization faced intense competition for senior and expert-level engineering talent. High demand for cloud computing, AI, and distributed systems engineers has significantly narrowed the available talent pool, making it increasingly difficult to recruit IT engineers through conventional channels.

Internal talent acquisition teams were constrained by limited access to passive candidates, while traditional recruitment agencies often prioritized volume over technical depth. As a result, many shortlisted candidates failed to meet the client’s stringent technical benchmarks or lacked experience operating in large-scale, enterprise environments.

To support sustainable expansion, the enterprise required a recruitment partner capable of addressing the following critical needs:

• Recruit IT engineers with deep expertise in cloud infrastructure, AI systems, and large-scale distributed environments
• Reduce time-to-hire for senior and hard-to-fill technical roles
• Maintain consistency with global hiring policies and evaluation frameworks

These needs demanded a tailored IT headhunting approach rather than a volume-based recruitment approach.

3. Reco’s Approach

Reco implemented a structured, data-driven methodology specifically designed to support enterprise-level tech hiring. Rather than relying on generic sourcing, Reco focused on proactive talent intelligence, specialized IT headhunters, and optimized hiring execution.

3.1. Talent Mapping and Market Intelligence

Reco conducted in-depth talent mapping in HCMC, focusing on senior engineers with proven experience in cloud platforms, AI-driven architectures, and enterprise-scale systems. 

This process included:

• Mapping target companies and engineering teams with relevant domain expertise
• Analyzing compensation benchmarks to ensure market-aligned salary expectations
• Evaluating competitor hiring activity to anticipate candidate movement
• Identifying passive candidates who were not actively seeking new roles

By combining talent intelligence with real-time market data, Reco helped the client make informed decisions when planning to recruit IT engineers in a competitive environment.

3.2. Specialized IT Headhunters

Each role was managed by dedicated IT headhunters with technical domain expertise. This ensured the accurate evaluation of candidates’ technical depth, leadership capability, and long-term fit, which are critical factors in recruiting IT engineers for high-impact roles.

3.3. Speed and Quality Optimization

To balance speed and quality, Reco optimized each stage of the hiring process. Through direct sourcing, curated talent pools, and multi-stage screening, Reco significantly shortened hiring cycles while maintaining a high candidate acceptance rate.

Key optimization tactics included:

• Pre-qualified candidate pipelines for recurring tech roles
• Structured technical and behavioral screening frameworks
• Continuous feedback loops with the client’s hiring managers

As a result, the client achieved faster hiring outcomes without compromising on the quality expected from an enterprise-level IT headhunting partner.

4. The Outcome

The partnership delivered strong and measurable outcomes:

• Successful placement of multiple senior and expert-level IT engineers
• Reduced hiring timelines compared to traditional recruitment channels
• Improved candidate quality and retention for strategic tech roles
• Continuous engagement since 2022, demonstrating long-term trust

The client describes Reco as professional, collaborative, and highly efficient, able to deliver quality candidates quickly while demonstrating a strong understanding of complex IT roles.