SkyWater Search Partners

About the Company

SkyWater Search Partners brings new focus to executive search with specialized recruitment and representation services tailored to specific client and candidate needs. Our practice areas are led by highly experienced executive recruiters who take great care in fully understanding client requirements and candidate qualifications. Practice Expertise: - Information Technology (IT) - Accounting and Finance - Engineering & Operations - Marketing - Sales - Human Resources - Legal - Construction - Consumer Packaged Goods (CPG) - MedTech/Life Sciences Founded on long-standing relationships and thousands of successful placements throughout the Midwest, SkyWater Search Partners is a proven resource for clients and candidates looking to quickly and confidently explore their “short list” of best choices. Count on us to find the best people – and the best fit. 2024: - Top 150 Workplaces: Star Tribune, #1 Twin Cities Executive Search Firm & Best Places To Work (BPTW): Minneapolis/St. Paul Business Journal 2023: - Top 200 Workplaces: Star Tribune, #1 Twin Cities Executive Search Firm: Minneapolis/St. Paul Business Journal 2022: - #1 Twin Cities Executive Search Firm: Minneapolis/St. Paul Business Journal 2021: - Named in Forbes Magazine's "Top 250 Best Search Firms" 2015 - 2024: Minneapolis/St. Paul Business Journal "Best Place to Work" 2014 - 2018: Minnesota Business Magazine "Best 100 Companies to Work For in MN" 2018: #1 Twin Cities Executive Search Firm: Minneapolis/St. Paul Business Journal 2017: #1 Executive Search Firm in MN, #146 in America in Forbes Magazine's "Top 250 Best Search Firms" 2017: #1 Twin Cities Executive Search Firm: Minneapolis/St. Paul Business Journal 2017: Minnesota Business Magazine "Best 100 Companies to Work For in MN" 2016: #1 Twin Cities Executive Search Firm: Minneapolis/St. Paul Business Journal

Listed Jobs

Company Name

SkyWater Search Partners

Job Title

VP, Head of Business Development

Job Description

**Job title:** VP, Head of Business Development **Role Summary:** Lead and execute national recruitment and business growth initiatives for a high‑profile broker/dealer and investment advisor firm. Manage full‑cycle advisor hiring, retention programs, and business development, while building strategic relationships with financial advisors, industry partners, and potential clients. **Expectations:** - Deliver measurable growth in advisor pipeline and client acquisition. - Demonstrate entrepreneurial leadership and competitive drive. - Collaborate closely with senior management to align recruitment and business strategies with firm goals. **Key Responsibilities:** - Develop and execute a comprehensive recruiting strategy for financial advisors. - Source, interview, onboard, and retain top advisors, ensuring cultural and professional fit. - Build relationships with advisors, recruiters, and industry professionals to sustain a high‑quality candidate pipeline. - Partner with HR and leadership to design retention and engagement programs for advisors. - Implement business development initiatives to expand advisor client base, focusing on high‑net‑worth and institutional clients. - Identify new revenue streams, partnership opportunities, and strategic alliances to increase market share and profitability. **Required Skills:** - 10+ years of recruiting and business development experience in financial services (broker/dealer or RIA). - Proven record of recruiting top‑tier financial advisors and driving client acquisition. - Strong leadership, communication, negotiation, and presentation skills. - Deep understanding of financial markets, wealth management, and relevant regulatory environment. - Proficiency with CRM systems, recruiting platforms, and digital marketing tools. **Required Education & Certifications:** - Bachelor’s degree in finance, business, marketing, or related field (advanced degree or MBA preferred). - Relevant certifications desirable: Series 3, CPA, CFA, or similar.

Eden prairie, United states

On site

Senior

31-12-2025

Company Name

SkyWater Search Partners

Job Title

Senior DevOps Engineer (Minnetonka-hybrid)

Job Description

**Job Title** Senior DevOps Engineer **Role Summary** Lead the design, implementation, and automation of multi‑cloud infrastructure solutions for client engagements. Serve as a technical project lead, guiding junior engineers and ensuring delivery of scalable, secure, and resilient environments using modern DevOps tools and practices. **Expactations** - Deliver high‑quality infrastructure code and automation on schedule. - Collaborate with cross‑functional teams in an Agile environment. - Mentor and direct other engineers on project tasks. - Continuously learn and adopt emerging technologies. - Work on‑site one day per week; no sponsorship eligibility. **Key Responsibilities** - Architect and implement cloud‑native solutions on AWS, Azure, or other public clouds. - Develop and maintain infrastructure‑as‑code using Terraform, Ansible, and related tools. - Containerize applications with Docker and orchestrate them via Kubernetes. - Automate CI/CD pipelines and operational processes. - Conduct code reviews, enforce best practices, and ensure compliance with security standards. - Lead project planning, sprint execution, and stakeholder communication. **Required Skills** - Strong experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or equivalent). - Proficient in Terraform, Ansible, Docker, and Kubernetes. - Solid understanding of DevOps/Infrastructure architecture principles. - Hands‑on experience with Agile development methodologies. - Excellent communication and teamwork skills; ability to lead junior staff. **Required Education & Certifications** - Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or related field (or equivalent professional experience). - Relevant cloud or DevOps certifications (e.g., AWS Certified Solutions Architect, Certified Kubernetes Administrator) preferred but not mandatory.

Minneapolis, United states

Hybrid

Senior

24-02-2026