Building relationships. Building teams.
Bluefin Recruiting helps you connect with the right people, build strong relationships, and hire with confidence.
Why Bluefin?
Relationship-Driven
We believe in building authentic connections, not transactional placements. Every search is about understanding people and fit.
Candidate-Focused
We treat candidates with respect and professionalism. A positive experience attracts top talent and reflects well on you.
Results-Oriented
Our process is built to save you time and deliver quality hires. We focus on efficiency without compromising quality.
What We Do
We take care of every part of the recruiting process, so you can stay focused on running your business and save valuable time with every hire.
We identify and engage qualified candidates through proven networks, referrals, and recruiting methods tailored to your role.
We thoroughly vet candidates to ensure they meet your requirements before presenting them to you.
We manage scheduling, communication, and feedback throughout the interview process for a seamless experience.
We guide you and the candidate through offer negotiation and acceptance to ensure a successful close.
Proven Results. Trusted Partners.
Bluefin Recruiting delivers hires in less than half the industry average time — without sacrificing fit or quality.
Average time to fill a role
Industry average (SHRM data)
Trusted By
"Bluefin filled critical roles for us in record time - with top-tier candidates."
- Torch.ai Hiring Manager
Based on internal Bluefin Recruiting data from the past 12 months, excluding executive or security-cleared roles.
Our Story
Bluefin Recruiting was built on the idea that great hires are rare, valuable, and worth pursuing with precision. Like the Bluefin tuna-fast, focused, and powerful-our team moves quickly and efficiently to connect companies with exceptional talent.
We combine trusted relationships with proven recruiting methods to deliver results that stand out in quality and speed. The name reflects our commitment to finding and placing the best, the rare candidates who elevate teams and drive performance.
The company was co-founded by Josh Burkwist and Ejiro Akporobaro. With nearly two decades of recruiting experience, Josh has built hundreds of teams for startups and high-growth companies. Ejiro brings over 15 years of experience as a full-stack AI engineer and startup builder. Together, they combine deep recruiting expertise with technical innovation.
Josh Burkwist
Co-Founder & CEO
"Recruiting should feel like partnership, not transaction. The right hire can change the trajectory of a company - and it starts with truly understanding people."
Ejiro Akporobaro
Co-Founder & CTO
"Great teams are built at the intersection of human connection and technology. When you combine empathy with data, you don't just fill roles - you create lasting impact."