Who Are We?
We Are Dcoded is a technology talent partner, driven by purpose, excellence & values. We decode the gap between tech talent, community & technology with businesses that shape our future.
We are proud to be a B Corp Pending Organisation.
PENDING
Meet The Team
Meet Jay
Founder & MD
I have over 11 years of experience in technology recruitment and consultancy. I’ve had the privilege of partnering with businesses that shape our tomorrow: whether its start-ups, scale-ups, or global conglomerates. My focus has been across Software Engineering, Cloud Engineering, UX, Data, IT Networks, and Infrastructure, helping innovative companies find the talent they need to thrive. I am passionate about connecting people and technology, I bring a professional yet approachable style to building teams that define tomorrow's landscape.
Outside of work:
Im a Dad, a Husband... and a Dog Dad. I love my football, golf & gym - now my boy plays rugby, I am probably going to have to learn the difference between League & Union...
Interesting Fact:
I have an MSc in Exercise Genomics (Genetic Science) - something that comes in REALLY handy with recruitment!
Meet Elly
Recruitment Consultant
I joined Jay at dcoded as it was clear what our mission would be, bringing the human element back to recruitment and ensuring everything we do, we do it with purpose. I'm a big people person and truly believe in building meaningful relationships and partnerships. I love getting to support businesses who are impactful, who are shaping our future and getting to be a small part of that journey. I recruit for businesses who need to grow their UX, Front End & Product Delivery teams :)
Outside of work:
Outside of work I love to travel, one of my favourite places I've visited was Singapore! I also love going to festivals and concerts, I've got far too many coming up in the next few months. My most recent hobby is collecting vinyl so I like to go looking for a bargain in the 2nd hand shops at the weekends.
Interesting fact:
If you drag a shark backwards through water, there's a high chance they'll drown.
Meet India
Associate Consultant
Hey - I'm India! And I am a Contract Recruitment Consultant here at dcoded.
I support businesses that need to grow their D365 / CRM teams and their D365 / CRM capability, through customisation / migrations and integration - via the utlisation of the UKS best Contractors.
I'm very much a people person! I love interacting and working with people on a daily basis.
Outside of work:
I absolutely love to cook! It's one of my favourite hobbies that I am very passionate about and I try to cook as often as I can. I love my blockbuster classic films and have always had a deep interest in the study of film and dance :)
Interesting fact:
I was a dancer for 8 years!
Meet Eva
Associate Consultant
Hi - I'm Eva and I am a Permanent Recruitment Consultant here at dcoded.
I recruit for all things Functional and Non-Functional in CRM - specifically D365 / MS Dynamics 365.
Outside of work, I love to go to festivals and concerts, meditation, sewing and going out with the girls.
Interesting fact - a cloud weighs around a million tonnes. Mind. Blown. Dont judge a book, by its cover!
Meet Our Next Hire
Want to be part of our Team?
To us, a recruitment consultant at dcoded. should embody a blend of ambition, empathy, and rigor, committed to delivering excellence in every interaction. With a competitive spirit, they thrive on finding the best talent by leveraging their deep understanding of client needs and candidates' aspirations. They embrace continuous growth, respecting each client, candidate & colleague through genuine, honest engagement and a proactive, problem-solving approach. dcoded. look for Consultants who prioritise building long-term relationships and maintaining high standards in every step of the recruitment process. Resilient and adaptable, they demonstrate accountability, uphold the integrity of dcoded's processes, and are motivated by the collective success of their team, clients, and candidates.
Intrigued? Got questions? Want to find out more?
Contact our MD & Founder, Jay Guney on jay@wearedcoded.com / 0161 710 4880.
What We Recruit
We build technology & product teams with FTE's and Contractors... who then build, manage & support digital products that shape our tomorrow - across:
- Technical Leadership: CTO, CIO, CDO, CXO and Directors
- Software Development & Engineering
- Cloud Computing and DevOps Engineering
- User Experience, User Centered Design and Research
- MS D365, Salesforce, Oracle, SAP and ServiceNow
- Data Engineering, AI and ML
- IT Networks, IT Infrastructure and IT Support
Where We Recruit
We work with businesses across the North West & London, across three core Industries / Market Sectors.
- SaaS & Software Businesses
- eTail - eCommerce & Retail Businesses
- Technology & IT Consultancies
Unlock Your Potential
- Architecture
- Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning
- Cloud & DevOps Engineering
- Data Engineering
- Database Administration & Development
- Design & Research
- Digital
- Digital Marketing
- ERP & CRM
- IT Business Analysis
- IT Helpdesk and Support
- IT Networks
- IT Programme & Change Management
- MS Dynamics 365
- Native Mobile Engineering
- Oracle
- Product Management & Agile Delivery Management
- Project Management
- Salesforce
- SAP
- ServiceNOW
- Software Engineering
- Technical Leadership
- UX
- UX, Design & Research
FAQs
Contact us today via the 'Contact Us' form. Alternatively, call us on 0161 710 4880 - one of our consultants will happily give you a free 'Vacancy Consultation' and discuss best strategy to secure you your next hires.
There are a number of core differentiators - but here are three we particularly like:
- <0.1% of Recruitment Businesses are B Corp - and we're one of them!
- We're committed to excellence. Our processes and our operating model keep us committed to recruitment excellence, meaning our clients enjoy working with dcoded.
- We are mission lead - meaning working with dcoded as a recruitment partner doesn’t just mean you'll have an excellent and successful experience - but by working with us, it enables us to give back to the local community
We're a business committed to recruitment excellence in Tech. We don’t believe in finding people just 'jobs'; we believe in building & enhancing careers. We are rich in knowledge and market insights - so even if we cannot secure you your next role, by talking to us we guarantee you that we will add value in your job search
Contact us today on jay@wearedcoded.com or call us on 0161 710 4880
Latest News
Hiring D365 Talent for a Leading Financial Services Company
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This. Is. Sparta... I mean dcoded
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Is Your Talent Partner Just Filling Roles, or Actually Solving Hiring Challenges?
Recruitment isnt just about filling roles... its about solving your hiring challenges - we dont send the best people who apply for roles... we submit the best fit for the business... Elly Callan explains all.
Why businesses are losing Top Data Talent... And what you're doing about it...
Elly follows up on her LinkedIn post from 3rd Feb... She takes a deeper dive into the reasons behind why Data professionals are looking for new opportunities and how businesses can tackle this head-on... Interested in what you can do? Check out this article.
Placing a Fractional CPO, in 48hrs!
dcoded placed a Fractional CPO into a fast-scaling SaaS start-up, following a successful CTO placement. Recognising a gap in product strategy, we advised on the right hire, sourced top talent within 48hrs, managed IR35 compliance, and secured a leader who transformed product execution, team alignment, and commercial growth.
Success Story: Placing a Fractional CTO into a SaaS Startup/Scaleup
dcoded. recently consulted and supported a Manchester-based SaaS EdTech startup secure a Fractional CTO to lead their growth. Initially, the business were seeking a Senior Developer! After our vcacancy consultation, the client needed a strategic leader for SaaS scaling, product strategy, and team mentoring. Through rigorous, human-centred recruitment, dcoded matched them with an experienced CTO, delivering outstanding results...
What's next for the Data Market in 2025?
Elly Callan’s 'What’s Next for the Data Market in 2025?' outlines trends including generative AI scaling, real-time analytics, stronger data governance, and decentralised ecosystems. Data democratisation and storytelling will also grow in importance. Professionals should upskill in cloud, programming, and communication to succeed in this evolving field.
The Power of Contractors and FTC Employees in filling Data Roles – quickly!
In SaaS, FinTech, and HealthTech, scaling quickly and adapting to market demands is vital. Contractors and FTC employees provide specialised expertise, rapid onboarding, scalability, and cost efficiency for short-term or project needs. They bring fresh perspectives, help prevent burnout, and adapt to emerging trends. By outsourcing specialised tasks, core teams focus on innovation and growth. At dcoded, we tailor solutions to fit each client’s needs, ensuring agility and competitiveness. Ready to scale in 2025? Let’s talk!
Success Story - dcoded.TechExec Search: Director of Software Engineering
"Our outreach was laser-focused, ensuring we engaged with individuals who could transform the company’s engineering function." We successfully placed a transformational Director of Software Engineering into a rapidly scaling SaaS AI business, enhancing their technical leadership, accelerating innovation, and positioning them as a market leader - here is how we did it, with some key metrics.