Technical Recruiter

Introduction:

Are you a tech-savvy recruiter with a passion for finding and attracting top-tier talent in the ever-evolving tech industry? Do you thrive on the challenge of identifying hard-to-find candidates and connecting them with cutting-edge opportunities? If you're a natural relationship builder who loves sourcing and placing the best and brightest minds in tech, then our client has the perfect role for you. We're searching for a Technical Recruiter (aka The Talent Hunter) to help us scale our teams by finding exceptional technical talent.

Imagine being the key player in a fast-paced company where your ability to identify and attract top technical talent directly impacts the organization's growth and success. As the Technical Recruiter at our client , you'll be responsible for sourcing, engaging, and hiring the best engineers, developers, and technologists. This role isn't just about filling positionsit's about building relationships and helping candidates find their perfect match in a rapidly growing company.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Talent Sourcing and Acquisition:

• Identify and source top-tier technical candidates for various roles, including software engineers, developers, data scientists, and IT specialists. You'll use a mix of traditional and creative sourcing strategies, such as LinkedIn, job boards, networking events, and referrals.

• Conduct thorough screening and assessments to evaluate candidates? technical abilities, cultural fit, and alignment with the company's goals. You'll work closely with hiring managers to understand the specific requirements for each position and ensure that only the best candidates move forward.

• Manage the entire recruiting process from job posting to offer negotiation. You'll be responsible for ensuring a seamless candidate experience, from the first point of contact through onboarding. This includes scheduling interviews, gathering feedback, and maintaining communication with candidates throughout the process.

• Help build and promote the company's employer brand by showcasing its culture, values, and opportunities to potential candidates. You'll actively participate in industry events, tech meetups, and online communities to network with top talent and increase visibility.

• Develop and maintain a strong talent pipeline for future hiring needs. You'll keep detailed records of candidate interactions and follow up regularly to ensure long-term engagement, ensuring that you always have access to a network of potential hires.

• Partner closely with hiring managers to understand their specific hiring needs, team dynamics, and long-term goals. You'll provide guidance on market trends, salary expectations, and candidate availability to help hiring managers make informed decisions.

• Track and analyze recruiting metrics to continuously improve the recruitment process. You'll use data to identify bottlenecks, improve time-to-hire, and ensure that recruiting strategies align with company goals.

Requirements

Required Skills:

• Technical Recruiting Expertise: Deep understanding of the technical landscape, including software development, data science, DevOps, cloud computing, and IT infrastructure. You're comfortable discussing technical requirements with candidates and hiring managers.
• Full-Cycle Recruiting Experience: Proven experience managing full-cycle recruiting processes, from sourcing to onboarding. You're skilled in screening, interviewing, and evaluating candidates for technical roles.
• Talent Sourcing: Expertise in using sourcing tools such as LinkedIn Recruiter, GitHub, Stack Overflow, and Boolean searches. You know how to leverage social media, tech forums, and job boards to find top talent.
• Communication Skills: Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build rapport with candidates and hiring managers alike. You're skilled at presenting opportunities in a way that excites and engages candidates.
• Negotiation and Closing: Experience negotiating offers and closing candidates, ensuring that compensation packages are competitive and aligned with market standards.
• Organizational Skills: Strong organizational abilities, with the capacity to manage multiple open positions and candidates at once while maintaining clear communication and attention to detail.
• Humor: A great sense of humor, because even in the world of technical recruiting, we believe in creating a work environment that is both productive and enjoyable. If you can keep candidates smiling during interviews, you're our kind of recruiter.

Educational Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business, or a related field. Equivalent experience with a proven track record in technical recruiting is also valued.
• Certifications in HR, recruiting, or relevant fields are a plus. If you?ve participated in technical recruiting workshops or courses, that's a bonus.

Experience Requirements:

• 3+ years of experience in technical recruiting, with a focus on hiring for roles such as software development, data science, engineering, and IT. You?ve successfully placed candidates in various technical roles and understand the nuances of tech hiring.
• Experience using applicant tracking systems (ATS) and recruiting tools such as LinkedIn Recruiter, GitHub, and job boards to source, track, and manage candidates.
• Experience recruiting in high-growth industries such as tech startups, SaaS companies, or similar environments is highly desirable.

Benefits

• Health and Wellness: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance plans with low co-pays and premiums.
• Paid Time Off: Competitive vacation, sick leave, and 20 paid holidays per year.
• Work-Life Balance: Flexible work schedules and telecommuting options.
• Professional Development: Opportunities for training, certification reimbursement, and career advancement programs.
• Wellness Programs: Access to wellness programs, including gym memberships, health screenings, and mental health resources.
• Life and Disability Insurance: Life insurance and short-term/long-term disability coverage.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Confidential counseling and support services for personal and professional challenges.
• Tuition Reimbursement: Financial assistance for continuing education and professional development.
• Community Engagement: Opportunities to participate in community service and volunteer activities.
• Recognition Programs: Employee recognition programs to celebrate achievements and milestones.