Technical Recruiter

Riva; Edmonton; Hybrid; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a vibrant Edmonton-based software development company as a Technical Recruiter. Play a pivotal role in attracting and hiring top technical talent while fostering an inclusive hiring culture. Enjoy a robust compensation package including paid vacation, wellness time, and professional development opportunities.

Benefits

Paid vacation starting with 3-weeks

Paid wellness time for mental health

Professional development allowance

RRSP/TFSA matching

Extended health care benefits

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of technical roles and sourcing strategies.
• Experience managing end-to-end recruitment processes independently.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead full-cycle recruitment for technology-based roles.
• Collaborate with hiring managers to develop effective sourcing strategies.
• Conduct structured interviews and manage candidate communications.

Skills

Communication

Adaptability

Analytical Thinking

Talent Management

Education

3+ years of recruitment experience

Proficiency in applicant tracking systems

Tools

BambooHR

Job description

Current job opportunities are posted here as they become available.

Riva is seeking a driven and proactive Technical Recruiter to join our growing HR team. In this role, you will play a key part in attracting and hiring technical talent that drives innovation and excellence. You’ll work remotely, collaborating across time zones, and help shape the future of our team by bringing in individuals who align with our values and vision.

WHAT YOU WILL BE DOING

Reporting to the Human Recourses Manager, you will lead full-cycle recruitment efforts for technical roles. You will work closely with hiring managers to ensure we are identifying, attracting, and hiring the best candidates efficiently and inclusively. You’ll take ownership of the entire recruitment process, from crafting job descriptions to onboarding, ensuring a high-quality experience for both candidates and internal stakeholders.

More specifically your responsibilities include:

Lead full-cycle recruitment for a variety of roles, with a strong emphasis on technology-based positions

Collaborate with hiring managers to understand hiring needs and develop effective sourcing strategies

Create and post compelling job ads that attract the right talent

Source, screen, and assess candidates using a variety of channels and tools

Conduct structured interviews and participate in selection discussions with hiring teams

Manage candidate communication and ensure a thoughtful and inclusive candidate experience

Create and maintain job descriptions and interview guides

Track and report on recruitment metrics and outcomes to drive continuous improvement

Assist with onboarding coordination and documentation

Champion equitable hiring practices and a strong employer brand

Continuously improve recruitment processes and candidate pipelines

You may also be required to recruit for other non-technical roles and assist the HR team with other HR-related activities from time to time

WHAT YOU BRING TO THE ROLE

You’re a hard-working, self-motivated go-getter who understands the fast-paced world of recruitment. You’re adaptable, detail-oriented, and communicate clearly. You have a strong sense of urgency and know how to prioritize in a dynamic environment. You love helping others succeed, take initiative, and don’t wait to be told what to do. Most importantly, you care deeply about building inclusive teams and a welcoming candidate experience.

More specifically, you bring:

Three (3)+ years of recruitment experience, in technology heavy companies or B2B SaaS environments

Experience recruiting for a range of technical roles (e.g., developers, QA, DevOps, etc.)

Experience managing end-to-end recruitment processes independently

Strong understanding of technical roles, industry trends, and sourcing strategies

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Comfort working across time zones and collaborating remotely

High level of professionalism, confidentiality, and integrity

Proficiency in applicant tracking systems (ATS) and job boards

Strong organizational skills and the ability to handle high volumes of candidate communications in a timely fashion

Familiarity with employment legislation and hiring best practices in Canada and internationally

Bonus Points For:

Experience coordinating onboarding or working with HR systems like BambooHR

Past experience building recruitment campaigns or managing employer brand initiatives

CORE COMPETENCIES FOR SUCCESS

Integrity & Accountability: Acting with honesty and responsibility, taking ownership of actions and decisions. Navigating organizational dynamics.

Communication: Conveying information clearly and effectively across all levels and listens actively.

Collaboration: Inspires and motivates others, embraces diverse perspectives, and works effectively in teams to achieve shared goals.

Adaptability & Stress Tolerance: Staying effective and calm under pressure, readily adjusting to change.

Analytical Thinking & Decision Making: Analyzing data and situations to make well-informed decisions.

Strategic Alignment & Partnerships: Ensures internal alignment on goals and fosters strong external relationships to drive growth and collaboration.

Operational Alignment & Coordination: Ensures that operational activities are coordinated, efficient, and focused on achieving strategic objectives.

Talent Management & Development: DCultivates talent by providing development opportunities and fostering a high-performance culture.

MORE ABOUT RIVA

We are an Edmonton-based software development company with a global footprint. Our Relationship Engine creates seamless data flow between applications like email, calendar, contacts, and tasks and CRM – synchronizing data and eliminating the need for task switching, application toggling, and data entry duplication across platforms.

We offer a work culture that fosters diversity, equity, inclusion, and fun. Where curiosity is rewarded, and each day offers the chance to learn, grow, and contribute to the efforts of people you like, respect, and value.

WHAT WE BRING TO THE TABLE

Total compensation package including:

RRSP/TFSA matching

Paid vacation starting with 3-weeks

Paid wellness time allowing for flexible discretionary allocation for mental health, personal benefits, and personal time

Paid time off to volunteer with charities of your choice

Extended health care benefits, dental and life insurance

Professional development and training allowance for career advancement

Must hold a valid work permit or be a permanent resident or citizen of Canada.

Riva is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender perception or identity, national origin, age, marital status, protected veteran status, or disability status.

While we appreciate every submission, only those selected to proceed will be contacted.