Celeste Rex
Founder & CEO
Founder of CELSTARTAB LLC. Celeste connects exceptional engineering talent with the companies that need it and leads strategy and client partnerships.
About us
Connecting the right talent, technology, and opportunities
In a world where technology drives competitive advantage, having the right people is critical. CELSTARTAB LLC helps companies access the expertise they need and helps professionals grow meaningful careers.
Our vision
To become a trusted technology partner that empowers businesses through exceptional technical talent while helping professionals achieve meaningful career growth.
Our mission
To bridge the gap between world-class technology professionals and organizations seeking engineering excellence — building high-performing teams and advancing great careers.
Our people
Meet the team
The people you'll actually work with — each a distinct expert in their field.
Sofia Marchetti
Co-founder & CTO
Cloud and platform architect who sets the technical bar every professional we place is measured against.
Andre Bassett
Head of Engineering
Full-stack leader focused on code quality, delivery, and mentoring the engineers in our network.
Mei Tanaka
Head of Talent
Leads how we find, evaluate, and match professionals — obsessed with fit over volume.
Raj Patel
Head of Cloud
Guides cloud migration and reliability engagements from strategy through steady-state operations.
Elena Vasquez
Delivery Director
Keeps engagements on track and relationships healthy, from kickoff to long-term partnership.
Inside CELSTARTAB
Where the work happens
Our bright Taos, New Mexico studio is built for deep work and real collaboration.
Why CELSTARTAB
What sets us apart
Technology expertise first
We understand technology. We evaluate professionals on real-world engineering experience, technical capability, and their ability to contribute to business outcomes.
Strategic talent matching
We focus on finding the right fit — matching expertise, experience, and goals to create successful long-term partnerships.
Quality-driven approach
We prioritize quality over quantity, connecting organizations with professionals who make an immediate and lasting impact.
Partnership mindset
We work closely with companies and professionals alike to build relationships rooted in trust, transparency, and shared success.
Legal
Policies & terms
The details on how we operate and how we handle your information.