Placing People First


Providing IT staffing solutions to the local technology community since 1968.

We analyze hiring trends to best serve you.

IT STAFFING SERVICES

Having the right IT talent is crucial for driving innovation, optimizing operations, and achieving strategic goals. Our IT staffing and consulting services provides comprehensive solutions to connect organizations with the skilled IT professionals they need to succeed.

Technical Consulting and Advisory Services

ESP finds IT consultants and technical experts to recommend and implement solutions for a variety of technologies and industries.

Staff Augmentation and Contract Services

For high-growth or established companies that want to manage capacity, ESP offers contract-to-hire IT staffing services.

Retained Search and Direct Placement

Hiring IT professionals is challenging, but it’s the one of the most important decisions leaders make.

AREAS OF EXPERTISE

Software Engineering & Architecture

  • .NET
  • Java
  • Open Source
  • Embedded Engineering
  • Test Automation
  • Front End Development
  • Manual QA
  • Cloud

Agile Solutions & Product Strategy

  • Agile Coaches
  • Scrum Masters
  • Product Managers
  • Product Owners
  • PMO
  • Project Managers
  • Business Analysts
  • Project Coordinators

Technical Infrastructure & Security

  • Cloud/DevOps
  • Security Operations
  • System Administration
  • Network Engineering
  • Build/Release
  • Field Engineer
  • Technical Support
  • Leadership

Technology Leadership

  • CIO
  • VP
  • Director
  • Manager
  • Technical Lead
  • Technology Architect

VIDEOS ABOUT ESP

TECHNOLOGY INSIGHT

Generative AI Demystified:

In the realm of artificial intelligence (AI), there exists a fascinating subfield known as generative AI, which has been making significant strides in recent years. Generative AI (Gen AI) uses machine learning models to create new content, such as text, images, or music. Unlike traditional AI which relies on predefined rules and patterns, Gen AI…
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Spring 2024 State of the Industry Update: a Letter from Aaron Stratman, President and CEO, ESP IT

Dear Valued Clients and Partners, As we enter the second quarter of 2024, the technology market landscape is evolving at an unprecedented pace, presenting both opportunities and challenges for businesses across Minnesota. At ESP, we’ve witnessed and adapted to numerous market shifts over our five decades in the local market. Today, I’m excited to share…
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ESP Wins ‘Best Staffing Firm to Work For’ 2023 Based on Core Values of Excellence, Collaboration, Open Communication, and Positivity.

We are thrilled to announce that ESP has been honored with the “Best Staffing Firm to Work For” award for 2023 by Staffing Industry Analysts (SIA). This recognition reflects our team’s hard work and dedication to creating a supportive and inclusive workplace culture and staying true to our Core Values throughout our company’s 54 year history…
Read More ESP Wins ‘Best Staffing Firm to Work For’ 2023 Based on Core Values of Excellence, Collaboration, Open Communication, and Positivity.

The Future of Cloud Computing

With cloud computing taking hold as the de facto resource during the pandemic as more and more companies adopted a work-from-home strategy, it’s come a long way since its inception, revolutionizing the way businesses operate.  More and more a vital part of how we access and share information, the cloud is evolving faster than we…
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