Business Details
30 Years
experience
Your Premier Partner for Technical Staffing Solutions
Founded in 1996 by Denise Lidell, a software engineer with a background in counseling psychology, High-Tech Professionals has established itself as a premier technical staffing and recruiting agency. Our team combines deep industry expertise with personalized career development insights to deliver precise talent solutions for AI, software engineering, hardware engineering, and IT roles. With over 29 years of experience, we specialize in matching candidates' technical skills and cultural fit with client needs, saving valuable time for both employers and professionals. Our rigorous screening process ensures long-term placement success, supported by a vast network of qualified professionals and Fortune 50 to startup clients.We maintain strict confidentiality and ethical standards, offering flexible placement options including contract, direct hire, and contract-to-hire arrangements. Our recruiters' technical understanding enables accurate evaluation of complex skill sets in machine learning, data science, cybersecurity, and emerging technologies. Backed by testimonials from industry leaders at companies like Intel and Dynamics Research Corporation, we continue to build trusted partnerships through our proven recruitment methodology.
Services
AI Recruitment
Software Engineering Staffing
Hardware Engineering Placement
IT Professional Services
Executive Technical Search
Machine Learning Talent Acquisition
Data Science Recruitment
Cybersecurity Staffing
Cloud Computing Placement
Semiconductor Industry Recruitment
Details
- Year established: 1996
Highlights and features
- We offer 29 years of specialized experience in technical recruitment.
- Our team conducts in-depth technical and cultural fit assessments.
- We provide flexible placement options to meet varying business needs.
- Our recruiters possess engineering backgrounds for accurate skill evaluation.
- We maintain a proven track record with Fortune 50 to startup clients.
What people say
Excellent job screening candidates
Highly skilled applicants
Professional and productive
Best candidates available
Timely hiring process
Services
AI Recruitment
Specialized talent acquisition for artificial intelligence roles including machine learning engineers, NLP specialists, and AI researchers. We source candidates with expertise in TensorFlow, PyTorch, and deep learning frameworks. Our screening process evaluates both technical proficiency in algorithm development and practical application experience in commercial AI implementations.
Software Engineering Staffing
Comprehensive staffing solutions for software development positions across full-stack, front-end, and backend specializations. We identify professionals skilled in Java, Python, C++, and modern frameworks. Our candidates have proven track records in agile environments and cloud infrastructure development for enterprise applications.
Hardware Engineering Placement
Targeted recruitment for hardware engineering roles in ASIC design, RF engineering, and embedded systems development. We connect companies with experts in Verilog, VHDL, and FPGA implementation. Our candidates have experience in telecommunications, electronic design automation, and mixed-signal circuit development.
Data Science Recruitment
Specialized staffing for data science and big data roles requiring expertise in statistical modeling, predictive analytics, and machine learning. We source professionals skilled in Hadoop, Spark, and advanced data visualization techniques. Our candidates have experience implementing data-driven solutions in enterprise environments.
Executive Technical Search
Targeted executive search services for technical leadership positions including CTO, VP of Engineering, and Director-level roles. We identify candidates with proven management experience in technology-driven organizations. Our search process focuses on strategic vision combined with technical expertise in emerging technologies.
People
Denise Lidell
Founder
Denise Lidell founded High-Tech Professionals in 1996 after working as a software engineer at Electro Scientific Industries and Tektronix. With a B.S. in Computer Science and a Master's in Counseling Psychology, she developed a unique approach to technical recruitment that combines engineering expertise with career development insights.
Questions
What technical specialties do you recruit for?
We specialize in AI, software engineering, hardware engineering, and IT roles including machine learning, data science, cybersecurity, and semiconductor design.
How do you ensure candidate quality?
Our rigorous screening process evaluates technical skills, cultural fit, and career goals through in-depth interviews and practical assessments.
What placement options are available?
We offer contract, direct placement, and contract-to-hire options to meet varying organizational needs and hiring flexibility requirements.
Which industries do you serve?
We work with clients in software development, semiconductor manufacturing, telecommunications, biotechnology, and emerging technology sectors.
How quickly can you fill positions?
Our average placement time varies by role complexity but typically ranges from 2-6 weeks depending on specific technical requirements.
Do you work with remote candidates?
Yes, we facilitate remote placements across the United States and have experience managing distributed team recruitment processes.
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Reviews (4)
Lorri Franklin
Sep 20, 2016
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I have had the pleasure of working with Denise Lidell and High-Tech Professionals since 2004, and continue to do so. Working with Denise and other staff members is quite enjoyable. Denise is always very accessible and professional. I look forward to many more productive years with High-Tech Professionals. Im so glad this opportunity crossed my path.
Joey Dusina
Jul 01, 2016
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Denise was able to offer us a great addition to our company. Very professional and hardworking at assisting you with your company's needs. Thank you again for your service.
E. J. Lamm
Jan 06, 2014
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Great Job! I have worked with Denise at High Tech Pros off and on for over 25 years. She and her company have performed like the professionals she recruits. Top notch. Her efforts for my small concern were the same as for the Fortune 500 companies she ably helps. Her poise and determination provided the best match for my staffing. I will use her company again.
Curiousgal
Aug 25, 2013
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I was an assistant to Denise Lidell of High-Tech Professionals for over three years and never once had a bad experience. Denise was always very professional and pleasant to work with, as well as her other employees. I would not hesitate to recommend working for High-Tech Professionals to anyone I know.
