Who we are

Orlok Tech takes its name from the historic Mongol term for a very large and powerful unit, the Ordu. Orlok Tech is headquartered on the traditional, unceded territory of the Algonquin Anishinaabe Nation. We recognize and respect their enduring presence, culture, and contributions to this land.

We are a proudly Canadian talent acquisition firm helping frontier technology companies build the teams that will shape the future. At Orlok, we specialize in placing high-impact talent across the AI, Robotics, EV, Battery Tech, and DeepTech sectors—connecting founders and engineering leaders with the experts they need to scale.

With over 20 years of experience in talent acquisition and startup advisory, our team knows that the right hire isn't just about skill—it's about timing, mission-fit, and readiness for the rapid evolution happening in automation, intelligence, and clean technology.

Whether you're building your first AGI research pod, scaling your robotics engineering team, or need strategic hiring support across embedded systems, MLOps, or simulation—you’ll find a partner in Orlok.

We go beyond tech too, helping growth-stage companies staff the critical functions that surround innovation—product, finance, marketing, and GTM roles. From Series A to growth-stage, we support high-growth startups and scaling enterprises across North America and Europe.

Orlok exists to power the people building the future.

values

  • Transparency - We believe in clear, honest communication—between us, our clients, and our talent. Trust is built when expectations are shared openly.

  • Passion - We're driven by passion—for technology, for people, and for the future. Every hire we make is fueled by a commitment to long-term success on both sides.

  • Scale - Whether you're hiring your first engineer or building an entire robotics division, we bring our full weight to every search—because every role matters.

Meet the Team

Deepti Reddy is a civil engineering hiring leader with experience across construction project coordination, technical design, and strategic talent acquisition. With a background in site execution, compliance, and digital modeling, she brings a deep, field-tested perspective to building high-performing civil engineering teams.

At Orlok, Deepti leads the civil and infrastructure hiring practice—connecting firms with skilled professionals across structural engineering, project management, and site operations. She partners closely with clients in Canada and internationally to scale technical teams for residential, commercial, and public infrastructure projects.

Deepti has completed graduate coursework in Heritage Building Restoration at the University of Bologna and holds a bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering.

DEEPTI REDDY
Director, Civil Engineering Talent

Kanishka is a seasoned talent acquisition leader with over 16 years of experience in engineering, recruitment, staffing, and strategic hiring—specializing in the fast-moving technology sector. He has helped scale engineering and product teams across Canada, the U.S., and the U.K., particularly for companies transitioning from Series A to B to C.

At Orlok, Kanishka leads with a deep understanding of both the technical and human elements of hiring. His focus lies in delivering top-tier talent across artificial intelligence, robotics, and clean tech verticals.

Kanishka holds an MBA from the University of Massachusetts Dartmouth and a bachelor's degree in Electronics Engineering.

KANISHKA NALAMALAPU
President, Talent Acquisition