Senior Technical Recruiter

Summary

We are seeking a driven and accomplished Technical Recruiter to lead the full-cycle recruitment process for our technology and digital divisions. This pivotal role demands exceptional expertise in talent sourcing, robust stakeholder engagement, and a demonstrated history of securing top-tier technical professionals across diverse specializations. The ideal individual will collaborate closely with hiring leaders to identify, evaluate, and onboard exceptional talent, ensuring a superior candidate journey while consistently achieving recruitment targets.

Location: Whitefield, Bangalore​

Responsibilities

• Oversee the entire recruitment lifecycle, managing processes from initial requisition intake through offer acceptance and employee onboarding.
• Source and hire for a broad spectrum of technical positions, including Software Engineers, Full Stack Developers, Data and Cloud Engineers, DevOps Specialists, Business Analysts, QA Engineers, Cybersecurity Experts, and AI/ML Engineers.
• Formulate and implement strategic sourcing initiatives to attract high-caliber talent and cultivate robust pipelines for both immediate and future staffing needs.
• Leverage diverse channels such as LinkedIn Recruiter, Naukri, employee referrals, job boards, and social media to identify candidates.
• Perform market mapping and in-depth research to locate niche talent and address hard-to-fill vacancies.
• Engage passive candidates through targeted outreach and strategic networking to build a sustainable talent pool.
• Collaborate with hiring managers to clarify role specifications, prioritize hiring goals, and align on talent acquisition strategies.
• Provide actionable intelligence regarding market talent availability, compensation benchmarks, and competitor hiring activities.
• Coordinate interview schedules between candidates and interview panels while ensuring seamless communication.
• Deliver a positive, frictionless experience for all candidates, conducting initial screenings to evaluate technical, functional, and behavioral suitability.
• Lead offer negotiations and maintain continuous engagement with candidates throughout the selection process.
• Ensure precise and prompt data entry within the Applicant Tracking System (ATS) and maintain compliance with all recruitment policies.
• Monitor and report on key hiring metrics, including time to fill, source effectiveness, offer acceptance rates, funnel conversion, and diversity hiring statistics.

Requirements

• Education: A Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Engineering, or a related field is required; an MBA or PGDM in Human Resources is preferred.
• Experience: At least 5 years of dedicated experience in technical recruitment, specifically within software engineering and technology sectors.
• Sourcing Proficiency: Proven track record in direct sourcing and engaging passive candidates in dynamic, high-volume environments.
• Technical Skills: Expertise in utilizing platforms like LinkedIn Recruiter and Naukri, along with advanced Boolean search techniques and GitHub.
• System Knowledge: Proficiency with major Applicant Tracking Systems (such as Workday, SuccessFactors, Taleo, Greenhouse) and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Core Competencies: Strong capabilities in stakeholder management, interview coordination, offer negotiation, and recruitment analytics.
• Soft Skills: Exceptional communication and interpersonal abilities, combined with strong relationship-building skills, attention to detail, and effective problem-solving.
• Preferred Background: Experience recruiting for Global Capability Centers (GCCs), global organizations, or roles in cloud, data, AI/ML, and cybersecurity. Familiarity with diversity hiring initiatives and technology market trends is advantageous.