placingITpeople

PlacingITpeople is a technical recruitment firm founded by Syd Ohayon, specialising in data science, machine learning, AI and other technical roles for growing software companies. Operating since 2008, the firm serves companies and candidates across Canada and the United States. Ohayon's philosophy is that the right technical hire starts with a conversation: every successful search begins with asking what both hiring managers and candidates are looking for.

The firm specialises in recruiting for artificial intelligence, machine learning, data science, data engineering, software engineering and technical leadership roles. PlacingITpeople's approach focuses on looking beyond the resume to understand both the company and the person behind the technical skills. Services include business understanding, personal search handling with no handoffs or junior recruiters involved, direct communication with one person throughout the entire process, and only making introductions when there is reason for both sides to have the conversation.

PlacingITpeople operates across Canada and the United States with a replacement guarantee. Syd Ohayon emphasises that hiring someone is one of the biggest decisions a company will make, and accepting a new job is one of the biggest career decisions an individual will make. The firm views its role not as convincing either party to proceed, but as ensuring both sides have the information needed to decide whether moving forward makes sense. Clients and candidates report pinpoint accuracy in matching, constant communication, preparation support and guidance that extends beyond individual placements.