Doug Schade

Vice President at Planet Technology

Doug Schade is a seasoned technology recruitment professional currently serving as Vice President at Planet Technology, formerly known as WinterWyman.1 Based in Boston, Massachusetts, he has established himself as a top technical search expert with extensive experience in the staffing and recruitment industry.1

Professional Background

Doug Schade has been with Planet Technology (and its predecessor WinterWyman) for over 15 years, progressing through various roles:

Joined as a Consultant/Recruiter in January 2007
Advanced to Senior Consultant, Manager, and Principal Consultant
Became a Partner in Software Technology Search in January 2015
Assumed the role of Vice President at Planet Technology in January 20211

Expertise and Recognition

Schade is recognized for his expertise in technology recruitment, particularly in the Greater Boston area. He has been:

Featured and quoted in national media outlets such as NPR, Fortune/CNN, Boston Globe, CBS, ABC News, BBC, and US News & World Report
Known for counseling top developers, engineers, and hiring companies in the technology sector1

Education and Early Career

Graduated from Lafayette College with a B.A. in Government & Law
Earned a JD from the University of Connecticut School of Law, focusing on Business/Corporate Law, Employment Law, and related fields
Admitted to the Connecticut Bar in October 2005
Worked as a Litigation Attorney at Collins Hannafin and as a Paralegal at Ropes & Gray before transitioning to the recruitment industry1

Additional Roles and Interests

Throughout his career, Schade has been involved in various technology-related initiatives:

Served as a member of the Networking Committee for TechSandBox, Inc.
Acted as a Boston Sponsor for TechStars, advising on hiring practices
Participated as an Expert for MassChallenge, supporting startup teams in understanding the hiring process1

Outside of his professional life, Doug Schade is an avid athlete and endurance sports enthusiast, participating in marathons, triathlons, and other challenging events.1

Experience

Vice President at Planet Technology (January 2021 - Present)

Partner - Software Technology Search at WinterWyman (January 2007 - Present); Litigation Attorney at Collins Hannafin (August 2005 - December 2006); Paralegal at Ropes & Gray (2000 - 2002)

Education

JD in Business/Corporate Law from University of Connecticut School of Law (2002 - 2005); B.A. in Government & Law from Lafayette College (1996 - 2000); Ridgefield High School (1992 - 1996)