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We don't just fill seats. We build companies. Data-driven recruitment for innovators

Leverage our 20-year track record of building startups. We replace intuition with hard data, AI-enhanced processes and top-of-class talent strategies.

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  • 15-20 % success fee
  • AI & automation
  • AI Act / RODO

Co-founding. Building. Scaling. Our global success stories and high-profile acquisitions:

  • Acquired by Intel

  • Listed on WSE

  • Strategic VC partner

Listed on NewConnect

Raised PLN 10M VC funding

High-growth e-commerce SaaS

Elite DevOps & Cloud Engineering

Fast-growing nationwide network

Acquired by Entain (UK)

Why build your team with us?

Because traditional recruitment is broken.

We don't just recruit. We build companies.

Since 2006, we've been building startups from scratch. Traditional agencies don't understand the reality of high-risk, 0→1 environments. We skip the corporate fluff and find the resilient outliers we'd trust with our own capital.

Top talent won't wait for a broken process.

A-players drop out of slow, clunky pipelines. We combine AI precision with behavioral insights to run a fast, transparent hiring process. We respect the candidate's time, protect your employer brand, and cut out the noise.

Pay for the builder, not the process.

Skip the standard 30% agency markup. We charge an 18-22% success fee with zero upfront risk. No retainers, no hidden costs. Save up to 36,000 PLN on a single senior hire. You get a premium hire, or you don't pay a dime.

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Jakub Haas

Chief Operating Officer @

I've partnered with Red Sky for over 14 years - that alone is the best recommendation. This collaboration led to the launch of Traceroute42, which I've been running for 8 years with their continuous backing.

I value their flexibility and tailored approach, which keeps things moving fast and smoothly. Their innovative mindset and initiatives, like connecting with other founders, constantly inspire me.

The Talent Engine: How we'll build your team without wasting your time

Real builders have skin in the game. Skip the agency guesswork and meet the proprietary, data-driven engine we use to secure A-Players for our VC portfolio.

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Reality Check & Calibration

Days 1-3

We don't just take orders; we validate them against the market. We prepare the setup by:

  • defining strict success criteria
  • setting realistic compensation benchmarks
  • configuring an automated, customized ATS pipeline

Outcome:

  • validated hiring strategy and ready-to-launch tech setup

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2

AI-Powered Sourcing & Screening

SLA: 7-10 Days

We automate the heavy lifting to separate top performers from the rest. Our screening engine leverages:

  • interactive Tolstoy video campaigns
  • AssessFirst behavioral testing
  • AI tools to handle manual screening

Outcome:

  • a refined pipeline of deeply verified, high-signal candidates

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Decision-Ready Shortlist

Weeks 3-5

We eliminate the "black box" of agency recruiting. You receive:

  • a curated shortlist of 3-5 top-tier A-Players
  • recommendations backed by hard data
  • structured interview insights and traceable assessments

Outcome:

  • transparent, data-backed candidate recommendations

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The Close & Onboarding

Continuous support until closure

Finding the talent is only half the battle. To secure your new core member, we drive:

  • comprehensive offer preparation
  • handling of tough negotiations
  • dedicated onboarding support

Outcome:

  • smooth deal closure and a confident start for your new hire

Invest in a team that delivers results. One clear outcome.

The Talent Engine Offer: A fully managed hiring process designed to deliver a confident hiring decision - not just candidates.

End-to-End Hiring

A fully managed hiring process designed to deliver a confident hiring decision - not just candidates.

  • No upfront fees - success fee only (no cure, no pay)
  • End-to-end process with defined SLA
  • Automated ATS pipeline & top-tier candidate experience
  • Structured AI screening & AssessFirst decision support
  • Offer preparation, negotiation, and onboarding support
18-22% success fee *

* Of annual gross salary, depending on role complexity

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Our latest awards

Here are a few awards that landed in our hands

  • HR Dream Team 2024

    Main award for effective and candidate friendly recruitment process

    Issued by Pracuj.pl

  • HRA Star Award 2024

    Main award for Recruitment Cost Calculator mobile app

    Issued by ADN & HRrebels

  • Employer Branding Excellence Awards 2023

    Renowned trophy for implementing the best career sites ecosystem of the year

    Issued by HRM Institute

  • The Force of Attraction 2023

    Leading award for creating exceptional candidate experience using eCommerce tools

    Issued by Puls Biznesu

Ready to hire someone who can actually build?

Let’s find your next co-founder, or core team member. Not sure what role you need? We’ll help you clarify the profile, scope and execution needs. Sometimes the biggest bottleneck is defining the role correctly.

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Aleksandra Żołnowska

People & Talent Business Partner

 zolnowska@red-sky.pl

FAQ

  • How are you different from a standard recruitment agency?

    We are not a traditional agency; we are a startup studio. Since 2006, we have been building companies from scratch. Standard recruitment often fails to evaluate ownership, resilience, or the ability to execute from "0 to 1". Our process is built to measure these exact traits because we developed it to hire for our own companies. Additionally, our data-driven, AI-supported approach allows us to charge a 15-20% success fee, compared to the industry average of ~30%.

  • What does it mean that you are a Venture Builder?

    As a Venture Builder, we actively create, launch, and scale our own tech companies rather than just providing services to others. This means we have firsthand, practical experience in knowing exactly what kind of talent is needed to survive and thrive in an early-stage, fast-paced startup environment.

  • How does the "no cure, no pay" model work?

    It’s simple: you bear no upfront financial risk. We manage the end-to-end hiring process, but you only pay us if we successfully place a candidate in your team. Our success fee is calculated as 15-20% of the candidate's annual salary, depending on the role's complexity.

  • What roles do you specialize in?

    We specialize in hiring founders, co-founders, and early core team members who are capable of building products from scratch. We typically recruit for innovation teams across sectors like AI, Climate, Healthcare, Tech, and Design & UX – focusing on people who can handle ambiguity and drive projects forward.

  • How long does the entire process take?

    While it depends on the role and market availability, our process is fast and structured. We launch active sourcing within 3 business days from kick-off. Within 7-10 days, we provide early market signals and screening outcomes. A finalized, decision-ready shortlist of 3-5 best-matched candidates is typically delivered within 3 to 5 weeks.

  • What happens if the candidate leaves after 3 months?

    We stand by the quality of our candidates. We offer a guarantee period for our placements. If the candidate leaves or turns out to be a mismatch within this timeframe, we will conduct a replacement recruitment process at no additional cost to ensure your team is complete.