Remote Technical Recruiter - Software Development

Placements24; London Borough of Newham; Hybrid; GBP 18,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Remote work flexibility

Career development

Work with innovative tech companies

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a skilled Remote Technical Recruiter to focus on Software Development roles. This fully remote position allows you to work from anywhere within South Africa, supporting clients with presence in the Eastern Cape.

You will manage end-to-end recruitment, source top engineers, conduct technical and behavioral interviews, build a strong pipeline, and collaborate with hiring managers to understand requirements.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years of experience in technical recruitment.
• Strong focus on Software Development and stacks (Java, Python, JavaScript, C#, React, Angular).
• Proficient with sourcing tools: LinkedIn Recruiter, Boolean search, and technical communities.
• Experience with remote work and ATS; highly organized and reliable.

Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end recruitment for software development roles (Frontend, Backend, Fullstack, Mobile).
• Develop and execute creative sourcing strategies to attract top engineering talent.
• Conduct in-depth technical screenings and behavioral interviews.
• Build and maintain a strong pipeline of software engineering candidates.
• Partner with hiring managers to understand technical requirements and team dynamics.
• Negotiate offers and manage the closing process.
• Stay current with trends in software development and tech talent market.
• Maintain candidate records in ATS.
• Contribute to team knowledge sharing and best practices.
• Ensure compliance with recruitment policies and procedures.

Skills

Sourcing

Interviewing

Communication

Negotiation

Remote work

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS/Engineering/HR

Tools

LinkedIn Recruiter

Boolean search

Tech communities

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a leading recruitment consultancy, is actively seeking a skilled and experienced Remote Technical Recruiter to focus on Software Development roles. This is a fully remote position, allowing you to work from anywhere within South Africa, while supporting clients who may have a presence or operations in the Eastern Cape. You will be responsible for managing the full recruitment lifecycle for a variety of software engineering positions, from junior to senior levels. The ideal candidate has a deep understanding of software development technologies, excellent sourcing capabilities, and excels in a remote, fast-paced environment. You will play a critical role in helping tech companies find the talent they need to drive innovation.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end recruitment processes for software development roles (e.g., Frontend, Backend, Fullstack, Mobile Developers).
• Develop and execute creative sourcing strategies to attract top engineering talent using diverse channels.
• Conduct in-depth technical screenings and behavioral interviews to assess candidate qualifications and fit.
• Build and maintain a strong pipeline of software engineering candidates through proactive networking and engagement.
• Partner closely with hiring managers to understand technical requirements and team dynamics.
• Negotiate offers and manage the closing process, ensuring a positive candidate experience.
• Stay current with the latest trends in software development, programming languages, and the tech talent market.
• Maintain accurate and detailed candidate records within the Applicant Tracking System (ATS).
• Contribute to team knowledge sharing and best practices in technical recruitment.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant recruitment policies and procedures.

Requirements

• Minimum of 3 years of experience in technical recruitment, with a strong focus on Software Development.
• Proven ability to source and attract developers with various technical stacks (e.g., Java, Python, JavaScript, C#, React, Angular).
• Excellent understanding of the software development lifecycle and methodologies.
• Strong proficiency with sourcing tools, including LinkedIn Recruiter, Boolean search, and technical communities.
• Exceptional communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently, manage workload effectively, and maintain high productivity in a remote setting.
• Experience using Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS).
• A bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Human Resources, or a related field is preferred.
• Detail-oriented and highly organized.
• Reliable internet connectivity and a dedicated home office setup are mandatory.
• While the role is remote, candidates familiar with the East London, Eastern Cape economic landscape may have an edge.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance-driven bonus structure.
• Fully remote working environment with significant flexibility.
• Opportunities to work with innovative technology companies.
• Professional development and continuous learning in the tech recruitment space.
• Be part of a dynamic and supportive remote team.
• Access to leading recruitment technology and resources.
• Comprehensive benefits package.
• Work on challenging and impactful software development roles.