Technical Talent Acquisition Specialist

exagens; Montreal; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A mission-driven startup in Montreal is seeking a Technical Talent Acquisition Specialist to lead the recruitment of top engineering talent. This role offers high autonomy and the chance to shape company culture while working in a supportive, remote-friendly environment.

Benefits

High autonomy

Flexibility

Supportive team

Qualifications

• 4+ years of experience in tech recruitment.
• Strong sourcing and outreach skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead the end-to-end recruitment process for technical roles.
• Proactively source and engage experienced developers.
• Use data to track recruitment performance.

Skills

Sourcing

Communication

Stakeholder Management

Tools

LinkedIn Recruiter

Job description

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Base pay range

CA$70,000.00/yr - CA$90,000.00/yr

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At exagens, we’re using cutting-edge technology, data analysis, behavioral theory and more to curate memorable individualized digital journeys. Already in use by millions of people worldwide, we’re hard at work expanding the capabilities of our products and growing our market presence.

As we scale our development team, we’re looking for a Technical Talent Acquisition Specialist based in Montreal with solid experience to help us attract and hire top engineering talent who align with our values and ambitions.

What You’ll Do

• Lead the end-to-end recruitment process for technical roles, from refining job descriptions to final candidate recommendations.
• Proactively source and engage experienced developers through platforms like LinkedIn, GitHub, job boards, and professional networks.
• Conduct initial assessments to evaluate technical capabilities and cultural fit.
• Partner with leadership and developers to understand team needs and ensure hiring aligns with business goals.
• Participate in events, meetups, or online campaigns to promote the company and strengthen our employer brand.
• Maintain a structured and efficient recruitment pipeline, ensuring a smooth candidate experience.
• Use data and insights to track recruitment performance and continuously improve the process.
• Take an active role in shaping and promoting our company culture
• Lead or support initiatives to boost team spirit, engagement, and collaboration

What We’re Looking For

• 4+ years of experience in tech recruitment (in-house or agency)
• Strong sourcing and outreach skills (LinkedIn Recruiter, boolean search, etc.)
• Solid understanding of developer roles and modern tech stacks
• Passion for building inclusive, collaborative team environments
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
• A self-starter who thrives in fast-moving, ambiguous environments

Nice to Have

• Background in employer branding or talent marketing
• Familiarity with developer communities or startup hiring best practices
• Experience in internal culture-building or employee engagement

Why Join Us?

• Be part of a mission-driven startup with high impact potential
• Shape the future of our development team and company culture
• High autonomy, flexibility, and opportunity to make a direct impact
• Supportive team, remote-friendly, and room to grow as we scale

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Human Resources and Administrative

• Industries

  Software Development

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