Technical recruitment for growing software companies

Specializing in data science, machine learning, AI and other technical roles.

The right technical hire starts with a conversation. Whether I am speaking with a hiring manager or a candidate, my first question is always the same: “What are you looking for?” That is where every successful search begins.

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Connecting people with people since 2008.•Canada and the United States•Replacement guarantee
Start with the business
The search begins with understanding your company, your team and why you are hiring.
Look beyond the resume
Technical skills matter, but so does the person behind them.
Make informed introductions
I only make an introduction when there is a reason for both sides to have the conversation.
Syd Ohayon, owner of placingITpeople
Why work with me

Every search starts with understanding

Every company, team and role is different. That is why I do not start with resumes.

Understand the business

Before I begin a search, I want to understand your business, your team, why you are hiring and what success looks like once that person joins. Only then do I begin looking for the right person.

Handle the search personally

When you work with placingITpeople, you work directly with me from beginning to end. I learn the role, speak with candidates, make sure they have prepared before the interview and stay involved throughout the process.

Keep the process direct

No handoffs. No account managers. No junior recruiters. Just one person involved in the entire process.

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What people are saying about working with Syd

“Had my first interaction with Syd a little over 4 years ago. On my first call, he emphasized that he had 2 opportunities available for me to interview for, but he really felt like my current employer would be some place that I'd be interested in working for more long-term. He was right!

Even now that I'm in charge of hiring for my team, he provides helpful feedback and communication so we can make sure the people we interview are the right fit for our team. Happy to have had him lead me through the hiring process, and to be using him for our hiring needs all these years later!”

Robert P.

“Syd Ohayon and his team at pITp is one of THE most stellar recruiting firms. Their ability to have pinpoint accuracy in finding candidates that match organizations is undeniable.

As a candidate, Syd kept me informed constantly and made sure I was ready for each step in the process. Between pep talks and mock interviews, I was able to land a dream role.

As a hiring organization, know he will find the best talent that is right for your organization and he will land them.”

Russell S.

“I first spoke with Syd about a year ago, when he reached out to me directly. That conversation was much more than a standard recruiting call. He asked me thoughtful questions that helped me reflect on my own goals and direction, and he gave me clear, practical advice on how to strengthen my profile.

Syd is not just a recruiter who connects candidates and companies; he is someone who truly invests in people’s growth and provides guidance that lasts beyond a single opportunity.”

Lidia S.
About Syd

Connecting people with people since 2008

Since 2008, I have been helping companies hire technical talent and helping people make important career decisions.

Hiring someone is one of the biggest decisions you will make for your business. Accepting a new job is one of the biggest decisions someone will make in their career. I do not take either decision lightly.

Technical skills might get someone noticed, but it is the person behind those skills I am looking for. That is why every search starts by understanding what both sides are looking for before I make an introduction.

My job is not to convince a company to hire someone or convince a candidate to take a job. My job is to make sure both sides have the information they need to decide whether moving forward makes sense.

Roles I recruit

While I recruit for a wide range of technical positions, my primary focus is:

  • Artificial Intelligence
  • Machine Learning
  • Data Science
  • Data Engineering
  • Software Engineering
  • Technical Leadership

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Hiring the right person can change your business.

Accepting the right opportunity can change your career.

Neither decision should be made based on a resume alone.

Let's have a conversation.

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