Executive Search Services for Software and Technology Companies
Howard Lee & Associates is a Los Angeles executive search firm, founded in 2002, that recruits for software and technology companies only. It offers six services: sales leadership recruiting, account executive recruiting, pre-sales and solutions engineering recruiting, customer success recruiting, software engineering recruiting and AI and machine learning company recruiting, for clients across Southern California and the United States.
We recruit for the roles that drive revenue and build product. Our focus markets are SaaS, AI and machine learning, cybersecurity and cloud. Pick a service to see the roles we fill and how a search works.
Our services
Sales Leadership Recruiting
VPs of Sales, CROs, regional directors and first sales hires. We look for leaders who have built teams, hit plans and know your market.
Learn more →Account Executive Recruiting
Mid-market, enterprise and strategic AEs who can carry a number. We check track records, deal size and sales motion before you meet anyone.
Learn more →Pre-Sales and Solutions Engineering Recruiting
Solutions engineers, sales engineers and pre-sales leaders. People who can run a strong demo and earn the trust of a technical buyer.
Learn more →Customer Success Recruiting
Customer success managers, directors and VPs who keep customers, drive renewals and grow accounts.
Learn more →Software Engineering Recruiting
Engineers and engineering leaders across backend, frontend, cloud, data and AI/ML. We screen for skills and for fit with how your team works.
Learn more →AI and Machine Learning Company Recruiting
Sales leaders, AEs, solutions engineers, customer success leaders and engineers for AI native startups, AI platform companies and software companies adding AI products.
Learn more →Industries we serve
- •SaaS
- •AI and machine learning
- •Cybersecurity
- •Cloud
How a search works
Every search follows the same clear steps, from discovery call to follow up after the start date. See the full process.
Frequently asked questions
Do you only work with software companies?
Yes. We focus on software and technology companies only. That includes SaaS, AI and machine learning, cybersecurity, cloud and related sectors.
Do you recruit for remote roles?
Yes. We recruit for remote, hybrid and in office roles across Southern California and the United States.
How long does a search take?
It depends on the role and the market. Many searches produce a first slate of candidates within a few weeks.
Do you work with early stage companies?
Yes. We work with companies at every stage, from seed stage startups making their first key hire to established companies scaling their teams.
How do I get started?
Call 714-234-9045, email steve@howardlee1.com or book a 15 minute call. We will set up a short call to talk about the role.
Ready to start a search?
Tell us about the role. We will follow up within one business day.