Senior Technical Sourcer, Software

ABOUT THE JOB

We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Technical Sourcer to join our talent acquisition team. In this role, you will proactively identify, engage, and nurture top-tier technical talent to support our fast-paced, innovative environment. You will partner closely with fellow sourcers and recruiters to build pipelines for critical technical roles and help drive our company’s continued growth and success.

WHAT YOU’LL DO

• Talent Identification: Utilize advanced sourcing techniques, market research, and social media platforms to uncover passive and active technical candidates.
• Candidate Engagement: Initiate and develop meaningful relationships with prospective talent through tailored messaging and personalized communication.
• Pipeline Development: Build and maintain robust candidate pipelines for various technical roles, ensuring a steady flow of high-quality candidates.
• Collaboration: Partner with hiring managers and recruiters to understand technical role requirements and align sourcing strategies with broader recruitment goals.
• Process Improvement: Analyze sourcing metrics and candidate data to refine and optimize sourcing strategies and workflows.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience: Minimum of 6 years in technical sourcing or recruiting, with a proven track record of hiring for technical roles.
• Technical Acumen: Understanding of modern technology stacks, software development processes, and technical skill sets.
• Communication Skills: Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to engage and influence candidates and stakeholders.
• Analytical Mindset: Proficient in using data-driven approaches to evaluate sourcing effectiveness and make informed decisions.
• Tool Proficiency: Familiarity with applicant tracking systems, LinkedIn Recruiter, Boolean search techniques, and other sourcing tools.
• Collaborative Spirit: Strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively in a team-oriented, fast-paced environment.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Startup, Tech, and Industry Expertise: Proven experience in startups, tech, or related fields such as AAV, UAS, AUV, Weapons, or similar programs.
• Tooling Experience: Expertise using Greenhouse, Gem, various AI tools, and LinkedIn Recruiter.
• Independent & Proactive: Highly self-sufficient with the ability to work autonomously and take initiative without requiring constant supervision.
• Resilient & Creative Problem Solver: Demonstrates flexibility in tackling challenges, quickly troubleshooting issues, and devising innovative solutions on the fly.
• Exceptional Communication: Communicates directly and succinctly, sharing information promptly to foster collaboration. Practices active listening and engages thoughtfully.
• Strong Sense of Ownership: Takes full accountability for their responsibilities and stays aligned with the business mission. Actively seeks opportunities to enhance company performance, even beyond their explicit role.
• Low Ego, High Curiosity: Values continuous learning over being right, embraces honest feedback, and views setbacks as opportunities for growth and improvement.