A Technical Recruiter specializes in sourcing, screening, and hiring top technical talent such as software engineers, data scientists, and IT professionals, playing a critical role in building high-performing teams that drive innovation and technological advancement for companies.
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What is a Technical Recruiter?
A Technical Recruiter is a specialized human resources professional focused exclusively on identifying, attracting, and hiring candidates for technical roles. Unlike general recruiters, they possess deep knowledge of technology stacks, programming languages, and IT infrastructure, enabling them to accurately assess candidates' skills and cultural fit within tech-driven organizations. They serve as a bridge between technical departments and the talent market, ensuring companies secure professionals who can contribute to product development, system architecture, and digital transformation initiatives.
What does a Technical Recruiter do?
Technical Recruiters manage the end-to-end recruitment process for technical positions. They collaborate with hiring managers to define role requirements, then proactively source candidates through platforms like LinkedIn, GitHub, and tech communities. They conduct technical screenings, coordinate interviews, and facilitate offer negotiations. Additionally, they build talent pipelines for future needs, stay updated on tech industry trends, and advocate for employer branding in competitive tech markets to attract passive candidates.
Job Overview
We are seeking an experienced Technical Recruiter to join our dynamic talent acquisition team. This role focuses on identifying, attracting, and hiring top technical talent across software engineering, data science, IT infrastructure, and product development functions. The ideal candidate will partner with hiring managers to understand technical requirements, develop effective sourcing strategies, and ensure a seamless candidate experience throughout the recruitment lifecycle. This position requires deep understanding of technical roles, technologies, and the competitive landscape of the US tech market.
Technical Recruiter responsibilities include:
1. Manage full-cycle recruitment for technical positions from requisition to offer acceptance
2. Develop and execute comprehensive sourcing strategies using LinkedIn Recruiter, GitHub, Stack Overflow, and other technical platforms
3. Conduct technical screening calls to assess candidates' programming skills, system design knowledge, and problem-solving abilities
4. Partner with engineering leaders to define role requirements, interview processes, and evaluation criteria
5. Build and maintain pipeline of passive technical talent for critical skill areas
6. Utilize applicant tracking systems (Greenhouse/ Lever/ Workday) to manage candidate workflow and data
7. Implement diversity sourcing strategies to build inclusive engineering teams
8. Negotiate compensation packages aligned with market data and internal equity
1. 3+ years of technical recruiting experience in US tech market
2. Proven track record of hiring software engineers, DevOps, data scientists, or product managers
3. Deep understanding of technical stack: programming languages (Python, Java, JavaScript), frameworks, cloud technologies (AWS, Azure, GCP)
4. Experience with technical interviewing and assessment methodologies
5. Familiarity with applicant tracking systems and recruitment CRM tools
6. Knowledge of US employment laws and compliance requirements
7. Demonstrated ability to manage 15+ requisitions simultaneously
Preferred Qualifications
1. Experience recruiting for FAANG or similar top tech companies
2. Background in agency recruiting for technology roles
3. Experience with diversity and inclusion recruiting initiatives
4. Knowledge of visa sponsorship processes (H-1B, OPT, TN)
5. Understanding of compensation structures and equity packages in tech companies
6. Experience with recruitment metrics and data-driven hiring decisions
7. Previous work in startup or high-growth technology environments
Bonus Skills
1. Technical background or computer science education
2. Experience building recruitment programs for emerging technologies (AI/ML, blockchain, cybersecurity)
3. Certification in recruitment (CIR, CDR, or similar)
4. Network of technical talent in specific niche areas (quantitative development, embedded systems, etc.)
5. Experience with recruitment marketing and employer branding initiatives
6. Proficiency in using recruitment automation tools
7. Multilingual capabilities for global recruiting efforts
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