What we believe
Hiring should feel good.
It should reflect your values, your mission, and where your team is heading.
Too often it feels rushed, misaligned, or transactional.
We believe it can be better.
middle was created to bring clarity, care, and meaning back into hiring.
We work with impact-led teams who want to grow with purpose.
Who care about who they hire, why it matters, and what it means long term.
Because hiring is never just about filling a role.
It is about shaping culture, building trust, and building something for good.
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successful hires into mission-led teams
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reduced recruitment cost by
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client retention rate
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Hire with impact
Includes full project-based search, deep calibration, DE&I support, and guaranteed delivery.
Ideal for: CTO, CPO, VP of Engineering, Staff Engineer, Lead Product, Engineering Manager, or founding tech hires.
We work on your role exclusively, which means no CV blasts and no role juggling. Includes sourcing, shortlisting, process planning and close support.
Best for: IC Engineers, DevOps, Product hires, or multi-role delivery plans.
We become a trusted partner across multiple hires or growth stages. Offering consistency, quality, and mission alignment at every step.
Flexible structure, always values-first, and built to scale with
Meet our founder
Cal started middle to bring care and clarity back into hiring.
With over ten years in recruitment, he has helped mission-led teams grow with purpose.
middle is built on the belief that hiring should feel thoughtful.
The people you bring in should reflect your mission, not just your job spec.
When you work with Cal, you are not just filling a role.
You are building something meaningful.
Want to discuss your next hire with Cal?
