Talent Acquisition Specialist

Celebal Technologies; Bogotá; Hybrid; COP 72,000,000 - 144,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Celebal Technologies is seeking an IT Talent Acquisition Specialist / Technical Recruiter to manage end-to-end recruitment for Data Engineering, Data Analytics, AI/ML, and related roles in Colombia and beyond. The role emphasizes sourcing Databricks skills, screening, and coordinating interviews with hiring managers.

The candidate will build a robust pipeline, coordinate with stakeholders, and negotiate contracts while ensuring a positive candidate experience in a hybrid Bogotá setting.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in IT recruitment, technical talent acquisition, or IT staffing.
• Experience hiring for Data Engineering, Data Analytics, Data Science, AI/ML, and Data & AI consulting roles.
• Good understanding of the Databricks ecosystem and related technologies.
• Strong proficiency in LinkedIn sourcing, Boolean search strings, and candidate screening.
• Ability to interpret technical job descriptions and identify relevant skills in candidate profiles.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, stakeholder management, and organizational skills.
• Ability to manage multiple open positions in a fast-paced recruitment environment.
• Willingness to work from the Bogotá office or follow a hybrid arrangement.

Responsibilities

• Manage the end-to-end recruitment lifecycle for technical positions, from sourcing and screening to interview coordination and offer closure.
• Recruit professionals for Data Engineering, Data Science, AI/ML Engineering, Data Architecture, and Databricks-related roles.
• Understand technical job descriptions and identify candidates whose skills align with client requirements.
• Source candidates through LinkedIn Recruiter, job portals, referrals, professional networks, and Boolean search techniques.
• Identify candidates with experience in the Databricks ecosystem, including Delta Lake, Unity Catalog, Medallion Architecture, and Delta Live Tables (DLT).
• Conduct initial screening calls to assess technical experience, communication skills, availability, location, work authorization, and compensation expectations.
• Build and maintain a pipeline of qualified candidates for current and upcoming Data & AI requirements.
• Coordinate interviews with hiring managers and clients, collect feedback, and manage candidate follow-ups.
• Negotiate compensation and contract rates within approved budgets.
• Maintain accurate candidate records, recruitment trackers, and ATS/CRM updates.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to meet recruitment targets and hiring timelines.
• Provide a positive candidate experience throughout the recruitment process.

Skills

IT recruitment

Data Engineering

Data Analytics

Data Science

AI/ML

Databricks ecosystem

LinkedIn sourcing

Boolean search

Stakeholder management

Hybrid work

Job description

Job Title: IT Talent Acquisition Specialist / Technical Recruiter

Work Mode: Work from Office / Hybrid

Job Type: Contract / Contract-to-Hire

Job Overview

Celebal Technologies is seeking an experienced IT Talent Acquisition Specialist / Technical Recruiter with a strong background in recruiting professionals across Data Engineering, Data Analytics, Artificial Intelligence (AI), and Machine Learning (ML).

The ideal candidate should have a good understanding of the Databricks ecosystem, experience in technical recruitment, and the ability to source and assess qualified candidates for Data & AI opportunities. The candidate will manage end-to-end recruitment activities, collaborate with hiring managers, and build a strong pipeline of technical talent in Colombia and other relevant markets as required.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the end-to-end recruitment lifecycle for technical positions, from sourcing and screening to interview coordination and offer closure.
• Recruit professionals for Data Engineering, Data Science, AI/ML Engineering, Data Architecture, and Databricks-related roles.
• Understand technical job descriptions and identify candidates whose skills align with client requirements.
• Source candidates through LinkedIn Recruiter, job portals, referrals, professional networks, and Boolean search techniques.
• Identify candidates with experience in the Databricks ecosystem, including Delta Lake, Unity Catalog, Medallion Architecture, and Delta Live Tables (DLT).
• Conduct initial screening calls to assess technical experience, communication skills, availability, location, work authorization, and compensation expectations.
• Build and maintain a pipeline of qualified candidates for current and upcoming Data & AI requirements.
• Coordinate interviews with hiring managers and clients, collect feedback, and manage candidate follow-ups.
• Negotiate compensation and contract rates within approved budgets.
• Maintain accurate candidate records, recruitment trackers, and ATS/CRM updates.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to meet recruitment targets and hiring timelines.
• Provide a positive candidate experience throughout the recruitment process.

Required Skills and Qualifications

• Proven experience in IT recruitment, technical talent acquisition, or IT staffing.
• Experience hiring for Data Engineering, Data Analytics, Data Science, AI/ML, and Data & AI consulting roles.
• Good understanding of the Databricks ecosystem and related technologies.
• Strong proficiency in LinkedIn sourcing, Boolean search strings, and candidate screening.
• Ability to interpret technical job descriptions and distinguish relevant technical skills in candidate profiles.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, stakeholder management, and organizational skills.
• Ability to manage multiple open positions in a fast-paced recruitment environment.
• Willingness to work from the Bogotá office or follow a hybrid working arrangement.

Technical Knowledge – Data & AI

The candidate should have a working understanding of the following technologies and terminology:

• Databricks: Lakehouse Platform, Delta Lake, Unity Catalog, Delta Live Tables (DLT), Medallion Architecture, and Databricks SQL.
• Data Engineering: Apache Spark, PySpark, Python, SQL, ETL/ELT, and data pipelines.
• Cloud Platforms: Microsoft Azure, AWS, and Google Cloud Platform (GCP).
• Data Integration: Azure Data Factory, dbt, and related data integration tools.
• AI/ML & GenAI: Machine Learning, Generative AI, Large Language Models (LLMs), and AI engineering.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience recruiting for Databricks-focused consulting firms, technology service providers, or system integrators.
• Experience sourcing niche technical talent in Colombia or across Latin American markets.
• Familiarity with local hiring practices, compensation expectations, and contract recruitment.
• Knowledge of Spanish and English to support candidate communication and stakeholder coordination, as required.
• Familiarity with recruitment ATS/CRM platforms and candidate pipeline management.