Business Details
33 Years
experience
Your Trusted Technology Staffing Partner in El Segundo, CA
PeopleWare Staffing has been a trusted leader in technology staffing since 1993, delivering reliable service to employers and job seekers. Our HR (High-Hit Recruiting) process consistently achieves one of the best candidate-to-hire ratios in the industry by prioritizing ethical standards and personalized service. We commit equally to employers and candidates, ensuring matches based on skills, experience, and long-term compatibility. With 98% of our business coming from referrals, our reputation reflects decades of successful placements and client satisfaction. Our team combines technical expertise with a deep understanding of industry needs, offering tailored solutions for contract, full-time, and project-based staffing.We maintain transparency throughout the recruitment lifecycle, from initial requirements assessment to post-placement follow-up. Our founders combined experience in recruiting and technology sales has driven our adaptability through economic shifts and technological advancements. We provide competitive benefits for contractors, including insurance options and 401(k) plans, while maintaining low markups for client cost efficiency. Our commitment to community and professional networks underscores our holistic approach to staffing solutions.
Services
Contract Placement
Contract-to-Hire
Full-Time Recruitment
Payroll Services
Project-Based Staffing
Details
- Year established: 1993
Highlights and features
- We maintain a 98% referral-based business model built on trust and results
- Our HR process delivers industry-leading candidate-to-hire ratios
- 30+ years of specialized experience in technology staffing markets
- We offer comprehensive benefits packages for contract professionals
- Our team combines technical expertise with ethical recruitment practices
What people say
Excellent relationship
Highly recommend
Proactive approach
Thorough understanding
Win-win approach
Services
Contract Placement
Our contract placement service connects businesses with skilled technology professionals for short-term assignments. Contractors receive benefits including health insurance options and 401(k) plans while working on projects ranging from software development to cybersecurity. Employers gain flexibility without long-term commitments while accessing pre-vetted talent ready to start immediately.
Full-Time Recruitment
We specialize in full-time technology placements through both contingency and retained search models. Our recruiters conduct thorough technical evaluations and cultural assessments to ensure long-term compatibility. Clients receive candidates who match not just technical requirements but also organizational values and team dynamics for lasting success.
Project-Based Staffing
Our project-based staffing solutions provide complete workforce management for technology initiatives. We handle resource acquisition, payroll administration, and ongoing support for projects ranging from system migrations to software development cycles. Clients benefit from fixed-bid pricing options and rapid scaling capabilities while maintaining focus on core business objectives.
Payroll Services
Our payroll services simplify employment administration for hourly technology workers. We act as the employer of record while clients maintain day-to-day oversight. This solution reduces administrative burdens while providing workers with benefits access and competitive pay structures through our low-markup pricing model.
Contract-to-Hire
The contract-to-hire option allows employers to evaluate professionals in real work environments before making permanent commitments. We manage the transition process with transparent fee structures that convert based on bill rates rather than final salaries, ensuring cost predictability for both employers and candidates.
People
Sheryl Rooker
President
Sheryl Rooker founded PeopleWare Staffing in 1993, leveraging her software industry recruitment expertise to create a referral-driven staffing agency. She emphasizes soft skills assessment alongside technical evaluation, maintaining active roles in professional associations and community organizations while balancing personal interests in fitness and travel.
Jeff Thaler
Chief Operating and Financial Officer
Jeff Thaler co-founded PeopleWare Staffing with 15+ years of technology sales experience from Tandem Computers and Information Builders. He focuses on financial stability and operational efficiency while recognizing technology's evolving impact on staffing needs through his 30-year industry perspective.
Questions
What technology sectors does PeopleWare specialize in?
We place professionals in software, hardware, cybersecurity, IT, web development, and emerging technology fields across entertainment, healthcare, finance, and media industries.
How does PeopleWare's recruitment process work?
Our HR process includes direct client consultation, technical candidate evaluation, reference verification, and match analysis for both skills and cultural fit before presenting candidates.
What benefits do contractors receive?
Contractors access health, dental, and vision insurance options, 401(k) plans with company match, direct deposit, and competitive pay rates with weekly payments.
How does the referral program work?
Earn $500 for successful referrals when candidates stay employed for 90+ days, with no fees if we already have their information in our system.
What happens during contract-to-hire transitions?
Conversion fees apply based on bill rates during the first six months, disappearing after 6 months of continuous employment averaging 35+ hours weekly.
