Technical Sourcer (6-month W2 Contract)

As a Technical Sourcer at Talentful, you'll find and attract exceptional software engineering talent, utilizing advanced sourcing techniques such as Boolean searches to target candidates. You'll focus on deeply understanding the client's culture while partnering with stakeholders, enhancing talent practices and ensuring a memorable candidate experience.

To qualify for the Technical Sourcer position at Talentful, you should have at least 2 years of technical sourcing experience in a fast-paced environment, excellent oral and written communication skills, and a proficiency in sourcing strategies, especially within Central and Eastern European markets.

Providing an excellent candidate experience involves clear communication, timely feedback, and creating a welcoming environment. As a Technical Sourcer at Talentful, you’ll collaborate with senior recruiters to ensure that candidates feel valued and informed throughout the hiring process.

Talentful provides a range of benefits for the Technical Sourcer role, including flexible working arrangements, healthcare options, wellness allowances, enhanced parental leave, a retirement plan, and opportunities for personal and professional growth, all aimed at supporting your well-being and career development.

At Talentful, the culture fosters growth and innovation, allowing Technical Sourcers to work alongside phenomenal talent within a supportive environment. The commitment to sharing knowledge, flexible work options, and a focus on individual contributions make it a unique and rewarding place for recruitment professionals.

When answering this question, share specific examples of sourcing methods you've used, such as Boolean searches or leveraging social media platforms. Highlight any successful placements you’ve made and how you’ve navigated through challenges to find the right talent.

Mention a variety of sourcing strategies you've employed to reach out to passive candidates, such as networking, referrals, and advanced search techniques on LinkedIn. Explain your approach in starting conversations and engaging potential candidates.

Discuss your methods for assessing cultural fit, such as understanding the client's company values and mission. Describe how you tailor your questions during the interview process to gauge alignment between the candidate's values and the company's culture.

Use the STAR method to structure your response, focusing on a specific challenge you faced, the actions you took to overcome it, and the results. Highlight your problem-solving skills and how the experience contributed to your growth as a sourcer.

Share your approach to collaborating with hiring managers, emphasizing good communication, setting expectations, and providing market insights. Discuss how you ensure alignment on candidate profiles and expectations.

Mention a mix of platforms you utilize, such as LinkedIn, GitHub, Stack Overflow, and industry-specific forums. Explain how you adapt your approach depending on the role's requirements and candidate demographics.

Outline your time management strategies, such as creating to-do lists and prioritizing tasks based on urgency and impact. Provide an example of how your prioritization led to successful hiring outcomes despite a high workload.

Discuss your understanding of technical assessments, coding challenges, or portfolio reviews. Describe how you collaborate with technical interviewers to ensure you evaluate the candidate's skills thoroughly.

Explain your open-mindedness toward feedback and willingness to adapt your sourcing strategies. Share an example of how you've successfully integrated feedback into your recruiting process to improve outcomes.

Reflect on your experiences and share why you find the work fulfilling, such as finding the perfect match between candidates and companies or positively impacting someone's career journey. Personal stories can add a nice touch while conveying your passion for the role.