Lead Recruiter

Modernize Chip Solutions (MCS); Bengaluru; On-site; INR 1,200,000 - 1,600,000; Full time

Job summary

A semiconductor solutions company is seeking a Talent Acquisition Lead to drive recruitment for VLSI and semiconductor positions. The ideal candidate should have over 8 years of experience in technical recruitment and demonstrate success in closing senior-level positions. This role requires excellent communication and stakeholder management skills. Responsibilities include managing the full recruitment cycle and ensuring a strong candidate experience throughout the hiring process. Competitive compensation and growth opportunities are available.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in technical recruitment, specifically in the VLSI/Semiconductor industry.
• Ability to handle high-volume and critical hiring requirements.
• Demonstrated success in closing niche and senior-level positions.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end recruitment for VLSI and Embedded roles.
• Build and maintain a strong candidate pipeline for semiconductor roles.
• Manage full-cycle recruitment including sourcing to offer closure.

Skills

Technical recruitment

Communication

Stakeholder management

Negotiation

Networking

Job description

Job Title: Talent Acquisition Lead – VLSI & Semiconductor

Experience: 8+ Years

Department: Talent Acquisition

Employment Type: Full-time

About the Role

Modernize Chip Solutions (MCS) is looking for a highly driven and experienced Lead Recruiter with proven expertise in hiring for VLSI, Semiconductor, and Embedded domains. The ideal candidate will be responsible for driving end-to-end recruitment, managing hiring strategies, partnering with stakeholders, and ensuring talent needs are fulfilled within timelines.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end recruitment for VLSI, Design Verification, RTL, DFT, PD, STA, Analog Layout, Firmware, and Embedded roles.
• Interact closely with hiring managers and leadership teams to understand manpower needs and build effective hiring plans.
• Source top technical talent using multiple channels: Naukri, LinkedIn, social platforms, events, referrals, and internal databases.
• Manage full-cycle recruitment—sourcing, screening, technical coordination, salary negotiation, and offer closure.
• Build and maintain a strong candidate pipeline for niche semiconductor roles.
• Lead and mentor a small team of recruiters (if applicable).
• Improve and implement recruitment processes, dashboards, and metrics.
• Ensure excellent candidate experience throughout the hiring process.
• Coordinate with operations, HR, and project teams to streamline onboarding.
• Ensure adherence to organizational hiring standards and timelines.
• Manage multiple simultaneous requirements and deliver within strict deadlines.

Required Skills & Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in technical recruitment, specifically in the VLSI/Semiconductor industry.
• Strong understanding of semiconductor roles such as RTL, DV, DFT, PD, STA, Synthesis, CAD, Physical Verification, Analog/Mixed Signal etc.
• Demonstrated success in closing niche and senior‑level positions.
• Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and negotiation skills.
• Ability to handle high‑volume and critical hiring requirements.
• Strong networking skills and ability to build long‑term candidate relationships.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in a startup or fast‑paced semiconductor environment.
• Prior experience handling campus hiring and mid‑to‑senior level hiring mix.
• Knowledge of modern sourcing tools and recruitment analytics.

Seniority level: Not Applicable

Employment type: Full‑time

Job function: Human Resources

Industries: Semiconductor Manufacturing

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