Job Description
Join Nexus Talent Partners, a premier tech staffing agency revolutionizing talent acquisition in the Pacific Northwest. We're seeking a dynamic Senior Technical Recruiter to build elite engineering teams for Seattle's most innovative startups and Fortune 500 companies. This hybrid role offers unmatched exposure to cutting-edge projects and career advancement opportunities in one of America's most vibrant tech hubs.
Our ideal candidate thrives in fast-paced environments, possesses deep technical knowledge, and excels at forging meaningful candidate relationships. You'll partner directly with CTOs and engineering leaders to architect talent strategies that drive business growth. At Nexus, we invest in your professional development through quarterly certifications, annual tech conferences, and mentorship from industry veterans.
Responsibilities
- Execute full-cycle technical recruitment for software engineers, data scientists, and DevOps specialists
- Develop and maintain robust pipelines of passive candidates through GitHub, LinkedIn, and niche tech communities
- Conduct technical interviews and assessments evaluating coding proficiency, system design, and problem-solving
- Collaborate with engineering leadership to define role requirements and optimize hiring processes
- Leverage ATS (Greenhouse) and CRM tools to track metrics and improve recruitment efficiency
- Lead employer branding initiatives including tech talks, hackathons, and university partnerships
- Maintain 90%+ placement rate for assigned requisitions while ensuring cultural alignment
Qualifications
- 5+ years technical recruitment experience with proven success in Seattle's tech market
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related technical field
- Expertise in sourcing hard-to-find talent for roles including Python, Java, Kubernetes, and ML/AI
- Certification in technical interviewing (e.g., CTS, CPHR-Tech) preferred
- Deep understanding of Seattle's tech ecosystem and competitive compensation structures
- Proficiency with modern recruitment tools (Greenhouse, Lever, HireVue) and data analytics
- Exceptional communication skills with ability to articulate technical concepts to diverse audiences
- Portfolio demonstrating successful placements at companies like Amazon, Microsoft, or Tableau