Your Technology Industry Executive Search Firm Partner

We understand the fast-paced and competitive market for talent technology companies face today. We give you a competitive edge by helping your story stand out from the pack to attract great talent quickly. With our executive search track record across software, hardware, mobile, AI, Big data, security, cloud infrastructure, SaaS, e-commerce and research – we can help you too.

Helping Technology Companies Build Exceptional Leadership Teams

In today’s fast-paced digital economy, technology companies need more than just capable leaders—they need visionaries who can scale innovation, navigate transformation, and build high-performance teams. As competition intensifies for top-tier leadership talent, especially in tech hubs like the Pacific Northwest, precision in executive hiring has never been more critical.

At Herd Freed Hartz, we help growing and established companies secure technology executives who align with their strategic direction and company culture. Whether you’re leading a Series B SaaS startup or an enterprise-level cloud provider, we deliver the executive leadership needed to drive forward-thinking results.

Why Executive Search Matters in Tech

Technology is evolving at breakneck speed—and so is the need for strategic leadership. Our role as a technology executive search partner is to connect organizations with the people who can deliver business growth, digital agility, and a culture of innovation.

From Chief Technology Officers (CTOs) to Heads of Product and Engineering VPs, we help companies find leaders who not only understand the technology, but also the business case behind it. Great executive talent in tech isn’t just about technical fluency; it’s about market foresight, operational agility, and the ability to inspire teams in a competitive environment.

Specialized Recruitment for a Competitive Tech Landscape

Whether you’re competing with Amazon or Microsoft for senior AI talent, or seeking a VP of Engineering for a cloud-native platform, we bring a tailored, research-driven approach to every search.

We understand the nuances of hiring in today’s tech ecosystem:

• Early-stage companies needing hands-on builders who can scale systems and teams
• Mid-market firms requiring transformational leaders to modernize legacy platforms
• Public companies looking for specialized leaders to navigate compliance, security, and global scale

The Modern Tech Executive: A Hybrid of Skills

The demands on today’s technology leaders go beyond code. They must:

• Lead with emotional intelligence
• Navigate cybersecurity and data governance challenges
• Champion digital transformation and agile delivery
• Understand product-market fit and revenue alignment

Our search process reflects these evolving priorities. We look beyond the resume, identifying tech executives who bring cross-functional leadership, commercial awareness, and a growth mindset.

Roles We Frequently Fill

Our executive searches cover a broad range of leadership roles within the tech industry, including:

• Chief Technology Officer (CTO)
• Chief Information Officer (CIO)
• Chief Product Officer (CPO)
• Chief Information Security Officer (CISO)
• VP of Engineering, VP of Infrastructure, Head of Data & AI

These roles sit at the intersection of strategy and execution—requiring leaders who can anticipate market shifts and steer their teams accordingly.

Our Approach to Technology Executive Search

We combine deep market intelligence with a personalized, high-touch search model. Our roots in the Pacific Northwest inform our work, but our reach is national. We prioritize cultural alignment, leadership potential, and long-term fit—factors that go well beyond technical checklists.

According to LinkedIn’s 2024 Talent Trends, candidates value purpose, flexibility, and mission over title alone. We bring that insight into every search, crafting a compelling story to attract the right leaders for your team.

Notable placements include:

• CIO at F5 Networks (NASDAQ: FFIV)
• CMO at Icertis
• VP of Customer Success at Auth0

The Value of Working with Us

What sets us apart? It’s our commitment to partnership, not just placement. We act as an extension of your team, offering:

• Market mapping and talent benchmarking
• Employer brand consulting
• Diversity and inclusion best practices
• Confidential search capabilities

Our experience spans tech-adjacent sectors like fintech, healthcare IT, and B2B SaaS, helping companies from seed-stage to IPO scale.

Building the Future of Tech Leadership

Today’s hiring strategies must be data-informed, proactive, and designed with long-term impact in mind. We use tools like Gartner TalentNeuron and U.S. labor market data to inform compensation benchmarks, talent availability, and competitive positioning.

We don’t just find candidates—we build pipelines, shape employer brands, and help position companies as employers of choice in tech.

Ready to Start the Search?

Whether you’re looking for a hands-on engineering leader or a strategic CIO, we’d love to hear more about your goals. Let’s explore how Herd Freed Hartz can help you build the leadership team that powers your next stage of growth.