Senior Technical Recruiter

At Parallel Systems, the Senior Technical Recruiter is responsible for driving the recruitment process for our software and hardware teams. This includes partnering with hiring managers to develop effective sourcing and assessment strategies, engaging with passive candidates to gauge their fit, maintaining a pipeline of potential candidates, and ensuring a smooth interview process tailored to our company’s needs.

Candidates applying for the Senior Technical Recruiter role at Parallel Systems should have a minimum of 3 years of experience in engineering recruiting, especially focused on passive candidate generation and engagement. In addition, a strong business-facing background and familiarity with recruiting tools like LinkedIn Recruiter and ATS systems are essential.

Parallel Systems is deeply committed to diversity and inclusion, offering equal opportunities to all qualified applicants. We strive to create a workplace where everyone, regardless of background, can thrive. Our recruitment practices are designed to remove biases, and we provide reasonable accommodations during the hiring process to ensure all candidates can participate fully.

The work environment at Parallel Systems is dynamic and fast-paced, reflecting our status as a tech startup. As a Senior Technical Recruiter, you'll enjoy collaborating with a diverse team that encourages knowledge sharing and mentorship, making it an ideal setting for personal and professional growth.

In addition to a competitive salary ranging from $90,000 to $140,000, Senior Technical Recruiters at Parallel Systems also receive equity and comprehensive benefits. We believe in supporting your career growth and well-being as part of our inclusive workplace.

To attract passive candidates, I focus on building strong relationships and maintaining an active network within the industry. I leverage LinkedIn and other platforms to engage in proactive outreach, providing insights into our company culture and the unique opportunities at Parallel Systems to pique their interest.

Assessing fit goes beyond technical skills for me. I look at candidates holistically, evaluating their motivations, cultural alignment, and interpersonal skills through behavioral interviews and situational questions, ensuring they can effectively integrate into the Parallel Systems environment.

I thrive on collaboration with hiring managers. I actively engage them throughout the recruitment process, seeking their feedback on candidates and adjusting strategies based on their insights about role requirements and team dynamics to ensure successful hires.

I keep an eye on various metrics, including time-to-fill, candidate satisfaction scores, and interview-to-offer ratios. Analyzing these metrics helps me refine our strategies and improve the overall efficiency of the recruitment process at Parallel Systems.

Prioritization is key in handling competing deadlines. I assess the urgency and importance of each role, communicate efficiently with stakeholders, and use organizational tools to ensure that I'm addressing needs promptly while maintaining a high-quality candidate experience.

Data is essential in shaping my recruitment strategies. I utilize analytics to identify trends in candidate sourcing and assess the effectiveness of our interviewing processes, allowing for continuous improvement and alignment with our company goals at Parallel Systems.

In my previous role, I noticed the interview process was lengthy and cumbersome. I collaborated with hiring teams to streamline the evaluation process, reducing the time candidates spent interviewing and significantly improving our offer acceptance rates, which I successfully implemented at Parallel Systems.

I believe the most important quality is adaptability. In the fast-paced environment of a startup like Parallel Systems, being able to pivot strategies based on market conditions, candidate feedback, and the dynamic needs of the business is critical for success.

I prioritize transparency and communication with candidates. Keeping them informed about every step of the process, providing timely feedback, and showing appreciation for their time ensures that candidates feel valued, which enhances their overall experience when applying to Parallel Systems.

I am drawn to Parallel Systems due to its innovative approach to decarbonizing freight and commitment to building a diverse team. I believe my proactive, data-driven recruitment style aligns perfectly with your mission, and I am excited about the opportunity to contribute to a company leading the charge in changing the transportation industry.