Our Expertise

Executive Search for Deep Tech Visionaries

Top deep tech leaders go beyond technical brilliance; they’re exceptional communicators and skilled fundraisers.  That combination is rare, and you have to dig deep to find it.

From autonomous systems to advanced AI and defense tech, we place deep tech executives who thrive where complexity meets opportunity.

What we offer

Navigate the complexity of Deep Tech recruitment with effective solutions

We connect you with deep tech leaders who match your mission, whether you're launching a moonshot, scaling dual-use innovation, or navigating critical inflection points.

Our tailored, collaborative process looks beyond the obvious, uncovering standout talent and fresh possibilities to expand your thinking.

And once we’ve made the match, we’re in it for the long haul, supporting you through every sprint and stretch of the journey.

Why Partner with Occam Global for Deep Tech Executive Search

Gain a strategic edge with leadership built for deep tech. Occam Global delivers precision executive search where science, engineering, and vision meet.

20+ Years of Experience

With two decades of experience across industries and company stages, we bring the judgment, pattern recognition, and instinct to place leaders who deliver, especially when the stakes are high.

Access to Hidden Talent

From stealth startups to industry giants, our network runs deep across AI, robotics, and defense. We deliver precisely what you ask for and surface unexpected contenders with the drive to lead.

Built for Scale

Our deep tech executives are growth architects with the mindset and muscle to lead through pivots, pressure, and the relentless pace of innovation.

Deep Tech Industries We Serve

Artificial Intelligence

We place leaders who turn advanced algorithms into products, platforms, and performance.

Robotics & Autonomous Systems

From perception stacks to precision motion, we recruit the visionaries redefining how machines move, sense, and act.

Defense Tech

Dual-use, mission-critical, and geopolitically aware, we match defense innovators with the leadership to scale responsibly and boldly.

Placements

Recent Placements in Deep Tech Executive Search

From CTOs of AI infrastructure platforms to CEOs of defense autonomy startups, our work speaks for itself.

INSIGHTS

How Deep Tech Leaders Are Shaping What’s Next

Explore how today's most ambitious deep tech executives are steering through exponential shifts, from AI acceleration and industrializing R&D. Get recruitment trends, market insights, and data-backed perspectives shaping the future of leadership in deep tech.

Ready to Build Your Deep Tech Leadership Team?

Let’s find the talent to move your mission forward.

Frequently Asked Questions

FAQ

Discover our most frequently asked questions

Deep tech executive search requires a unique blend of technical expertise, effective communication skills, and fundraising capabilities. It’s not just about filling a role; it’s about identifying leaders who can navigate complexity, inspire teams, raise capital, and translate scientific innovation into scalable strategy.

We go beyond resumes and titles. Our process is highly personalized, collaborative, and focused on surfacing both expected and unexpected talent. We combine ecosystem intelligence with decades of pattern recognition to connect you with mission-aligned leaders who are ready to scale.

We partner with a range of companies, from stealth-mode startups to publicly traded tech enterprises, across various sectors including AI, robotics, autonomous systems, and defense technology. If your work sits at the intersection of science, engineering, and bold vision, we’re built to help.

Yes, C-suite placements are our core focus, especially during periods of rapid growth or transition.

The timing depends on the role and requirements, but most searches are typically completed within 8–12 weeks. We move with urgency while ensuring the rigor and cultural alignment that deep tech leadership demands.

We don’t disappear after the hire. We stay engaged as a long-term partner, checking in, offering support, and helping you navigate future growth, pivots, and team evolution.