Job Description
Join Nexus Staffing Solutions, Minneapolis' premier tech staffing partner, as we revolutionize how top companies connect with elite technical talent. We're seeking a dynamic Senior Technical Recruiter to drive our innovation in connecting Fortune 500 startups with exceptional software engineers, data scientists, and DevOps specialists. This is your chance to shape the future of tech recruitment while accelerating your career in one of America's fastest-growing tech hubs.
In this high-impact role, you'll leverage cutting-edge sourcing strategies to build robust talent pipelines for our diverse client portfolio. You'll collaborate directly with CTOs and engineering leads at companies like Target, Best Buy, and innovative startups, understanding their unique technical needs while representing our agency as the gold standard in talent acquisition.
Responsibilities
- Execute end-to-end recruitment lifecycle for technical roles including sourcing, screening, interviewing, and offer negotiation
- Develop innovative sourcing strategies using Boolean search, LinkedIn Recruiter, and niche tech communities
- Build and maintain relationships with 15-20 active clients across Minneapolis' tech ecosystem
- Manage talent pipeline of 200+ qualified candidates through our proprietary ATS platform
- Conduct technical interviews assessing candidates' coding skills, system design, and problem-solving abilities
- Analyze market trends to provide competitive compensation insights to clients and candidates
- Mentor junior recruiters on advanced technical assessment methodologies
Qualifications
- 5+ years technical recruiting experience with proven success placing software engineers, data scientists, or cloud architects
- Expert knowledge of tech stacks (Java, Python, AWS, React, Kubernetes) and hiring methodologies
- Demonstrated ability to manage high-volume recruitment campaigns for enterprise clients
- Advanced proficiency in Applicant Tracking Systems (Greenhouse, Lever, Workday)
- Certified Technical Recruiter (CTR) or similar technical recruitment certification preferred
- Strong network within Minneapolis tech community (meetups, conferences, user groups)
- Exceptional negotiation skills with 95% offer acceptance rate in previous roles
- Experience with diversity recruitment initiatives and inclusive hiring practices