AutoTech Recruitment

Build world-class automotive technology teams with The Hidden Market — a specialist in AutoTech Recruitment. We help OEMs, Tier 1s, and mobility startups hire the engineers and leaders behind EVs, ADAS, autonomous systems, and the software-defined vehicle.

Why AutoTech Recruitment Matters

Vehicles are becoming software-defined, electrified, and hyper-connected. You need talent fluent in safety-critical systems and rapid product cycles. Our AutoTech Recruitment model blends AI search with domain expertise to deliver engineers and product leaders who ship safe, compliant, and scalable mobility technology. 

From embedded software and power electronics to perception, ML, and cyber security — we connect you with specialists who accelerate delivery and certification.

Why Companies Choose The Hidden Market

1–2 Weeks

Average time to
deliver shortlists

90%+

Interview-to-hire
success rate

50%

Average savings vs.
traditional recruiters

Roles We Recruit For

Embedded & Firmware

C/C++, AUTOSAR, RTOS for ECUs and body/Chassis controllers.

ADAS & Perception

Sensor fusion, computer vision, LiDAR/RADAR, path planning.

EV & Power Electronics

Inverters, OBC/DC-DC, BMS, motor control, HV safety.

Connectivity & Telematics

CAN, Ethernet, 5G, V2X, OTA, cloud/edge integration.

Functional Safety & Cyber

ISO 26262, ASPICE, ISO 21434, threat modeling, HIL/SIL.

Product & Leadership

PMs, TPMs, Eng Managers, Chief Engineers for SDV programs.

How We Work

Our AutoTech Recruitment process is designed for safety-critical, regulated, and fast-moving programs — delivering domain-fit talent, fast.

1. Discovery

Define platform, standards (ISO 26262/ASPICE), timelines, headcount.

2. Search

AI market mapping + targeted outreach across AutoTech networks.

3. Shortlist

Pre-vetted engineers with relevant stacks and compliance experience.

4. Hire

Structured interviews, technical tasks, and swift offer management.

5. Support

Onboarding, ramp plans, and retention check-ins post-start.

Why Choose The Hidden Market

We combine deep AutoTech domain knowledge with modern recruitment to deliver engineers and leaders who move programs from prototype to production.

Expertise: EV, ADAS/AD, SDV, safety, and compliance-ready teams.

Speed: Shortlists in days to keep milestones on track.

Quality: Technical & cultural fit assessed against program needs.

Flexibility: Permanent, contract, interim, and project squads.

UK & Global AutoTech Coverage

We recruit across the UK, Europe, and North America — supporting hubs such as Warwickshire, Oxford/Cambridge, Munich, Stuttgart, Gothenburg, and Detroit, plus remote SDV teams.

Hire AutoTech Talent Today

Partner with The Hidden Market for AutoTech Recruitment that brings the right engineers and leaders to your EV, ADAS, and SDV programs — fast.