Technical Recruiter- Lead

Location: San Antonio, TX | Plano, TX | Phoenix, AZ | Charlotte, NC
Work Arrangement: Onsite
Pay Rate: $42-$52/hr

Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced Technical Recruiter- Lead to manage the full recruitment lifecycle for technology positions supporting a large enterprise technology organization. This role requires a recruiter who understands technical talent markets, can build strong relationships with hiring managers, and delivers an exceptional candidate experience from intake through onboarding.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the full-cycle recruiting process from intake meeting through candidate start date.
• Partner closely with hiring managers to understand technical hiring needs and workforce planning.
• Source, identify, and engage passive technical talent using multiple recruiting channels.
• Recruit for positions including:
  • Software Engineers
  • Cloud Engineers
  • Solutions/Enterprise Architects
  • DevOps Engineers
  • Data Scientists
  • Cybersecurity Professionals
  • IT Infrastructure Engineers
• Conduct candidate screening interviews and evaluate technical qualifications.
• Present qualified candidates and manage interview coordination.
• Negotiate compensation within established guidelines.
• Maintain accurate candidate records and recruitment activity within the ATS.
• Develop diverse talent pipelines for current and future hiring needs.
• Utilize recruiting analytics and market intelligence to influence hiring strategy.
• Ensure compliance with employment laws and company hiring policies.
• Deliver a high-touch candidate experience throughout the recruitment process.

Required Experience

• Proven experience recruiting technical/IT professionals.
• Strong understanding of:
  • Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC)
  • Cloud technologies (AWS, Azure, GCP)
  • Modern technology stacks
• Experience managing multiple technical requisitions simultaneously.
• Strong sourcing skills with the ability to identify passive candidates.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to build trusted partnerships with hiring managers and stakeholders.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.

Required Technology Tools

1. ATS – Workday

• Manage candidate records throughout the recruitment lifecycle.
• Track applicants, interview stages, offers, and hiring progress.
• Maintain accurate documentation and ensure compliance.

2. CRM – Eightfold

• Build and nurture talent pipelines.
• Re-engage previous applicants and passive candidates.
• Leverage AI-driven talent matching to identify qualified prospects.

3. Sourcing Tools

Examples include:

• LinkedIn Recruiter
• HireEZ
• Indeed Resume
• Dice
• Other technical sourcing platforms

Daily responsibilities include:

• Conducting Boolean searches.
• Identifying passive candidates.
• Building talent pipelines.
• Networking with technology professionals.
• Supporting proactive recruiting initiatives.

Top Skills (Priority Order)

1. Technical Recruiting (5+ years)

• Full-cycle recruiting experience supporting technical and IT roles.

2. Technical Knowledge (3–5+ years)

• Understanding of SDLC, cloud platforms, software engineering concepts, infrastructure, cybersecurity, and modern technology environments.

3. Stakeholder Management & Talent Advisory (3+ years)

• Ability to influence hiring managers using market intelligence, compensation trends, recruiting analytics, and talent availability.

Team Expectations

The successful recruiter will:

• Own recruiting activities from intake through start date.
• Source and attract highly qualified technical talent.
• Manage multiple high-priority requisitions.
• Build strong relationships with hiring managers.
• Communicate effectively with candidates and stakeholders.
• Maintain exceptional organization and follow-up throughout the hiring process.