Job Title: Technical (Software) Talent Acquisition Leader.

Location: Bangalore.

Experience 8-12 yrs.

Job Type: Full-Time, Hybrid.

Reports To: Chief Operations Officer (COO).

Seeking an experienced and dynamic Technical Talent Acquisition Leader to spearhead our efforts in identifying, attracting, and hiring top-tier software engineering talent. This role will be crucial in scaling our engineering teams, ensuring we continue to build high-performing, innovative, and diverse teams that align with our company's growth objectives.

Key Responsibilities:

Talent Acquisition Strategy:

- Develop and implement a comprehensive talent acquisition strategy specifically for software engineering roles.

- Collaborate with senior leadership to forecast hiring needs and define role requirements.

Sourcing and Recruitment:

- Lead the end-to-end recruitment process for technical positions, including sourcing, interviewing, and hiring.

- Utilize various sourcing methods (e., job boards, social media, networking, events) to attract passive candidates.

- Maintain a pipeline of qualified candidates through ongoing relationship management.

- Possess a wide recruitment network of software engineers and leaders that could be tapped into for the staffing requirements.

Team Leadership:

- Manage, mentor, and develop a team of technical recruiters, providing guidance and support to meet hiring targets.

- Foster a collaborative and results-oriented team culture.

Candidate Experience:

- Ensure a positive candidate experience throughout the recruitment process.

- Implement best practices for interviewing and candidate evaluation.

Compensation Strategy and Negotiation:

- Work on the compensation and benefits proposal for each of the selected candidates.

- Work with the Kickdrum HR and Leadership teams to come up with compelling Compensation and Benefits strategies.

Employer Branding:

- Enhance Kickdrum's employer brand within the software engineering community.

- Partner with marketing and HR to create compelling recruitment campaigns and materials.

Data-Driven Recruitment:

- Leverage data and analytics to measure recruitment performance and make informed decisions.

- Track key metrics such as time-to-hire, cost-per-hire, and candidate quality.

Diversity and Inclusion:

- Promote diversity and inclusion in the hiring process, ensuring a diverse candidate pool.

- Implement strategies to reduce biases in recruitment.

Stakeholder Management:

- Build strong relationships with hiring managers and key stakeholders to understand their needs and provide regular updates on recruitment progress.

- Act as a trusted advisor on all matters related to talent acquisition.

Qualifications:

- Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field (Master's preferred).

- Proven experience in technical recruitment, specifically within the software industry.

- Strong leadership and team management skills.

- In-depth knowledge of sourcing techniques and tools.

- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.

- Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.

- Proficiency in applicant tracking systems (ATS) and recruitment software.

- Passion for technology and staying updated with industry trends.