Tech Sourcer (Contract)

databricks; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

Databricks Inc. in Bangalore is seeking a Sourcer (Tech) to drive engineering talent recruitment as we scale our India office. This six-month contract offers the chance to define sourcing strategies, engage with passive candidates, and partner with hiring managers across Engineering, IT, Security, and tech solutions.

You will shape pipelines, act as a brand ambassador, and push for diverse and inclusive hiring while keeping candidates engaged throughout the process.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Sourcer or similar role in technology
• Experience in leadership hiring is a plus
• Ability to assess technical and non-technical roles across experience levels
• Hands-on with sourcing using multiple tools and platforms
• Experience hiring across Big Data, ML, infrastructure domains is a plus

Responsibilities

• Drive talent acquisition by sourcing and engaging with engineers in Bangalore
• Build a strong pipeline of top-tier candidates for Databricks India
• Collaborate with APJ recruiting team and hiring managers to shape sourcing strategies
• Ensure a positive candidate experience and act as a Databricks brand ambassador
• Promote diversity and inclusion in technical hiring

Skills

Talent sourcing

Tech recruiting

Stakeholder management

Sourcing strategies

Candidate engagement

Job description

We are looking for aSourcer (Tech) to help us grow our office in Bangalore. You will be the driving force behind finding and engaging with some of the finest Engineering talent in the industry as we scale our team from the ground up. This is an exciting time to be part of the rocketship and the Databricks expansion in India. This is a 6 month contract, with an opportunity to get the same extended.

Sourcers at Databricks are subject matter experts when it comes to talent attraction and are given full autonomy to bring new ideas and creative approaches to life.

You will work with hiring managers as a strategic partner advising on things such as sourcing strategies, passive engagement strategies, competitive intelligence, DEI, and talent insights. You will have an opportunity to work on multiple positions across Engineering / Tech Solutions / IT / Security and many more!
If you're someone who's passionate about recruiting, sourcing, enjoys using alternative techniques to find diverse talent pools, and relishes having the creative freedom to try new things.

The impact you will have:

• Drive talent acquisition efforts by extensively sourcing and engaging with highly skilled professionals in Bangalore.
• Contribute to the growth and success of Databricks in India by building a strong pipeline of top-tier candidates.
• Collaborate with the APJ recruiting team and hiring managers to understand the hiring needs and develop effective sourcing strategies.
• Ensure a positive candidate experience throughout the sourcing and evaluation process, acting as a brand ambassador for Databricks.
• Play a key role in building a diverse and inclusive workforce, promoting equal opportunity and representation in technical roles.

What we look for:

• Proven experience as a Sourcer or similar role in the technology industry
• Having experience in leadership hiring is a plus
• Strong understanding of technical / non tech roles, and the ability to effectively assess candidates' technical skills across all experience levels (Entry to Senior)
• Extremely hands on with sourcing, leveraging different tools & platforms to source & recruit strong Tech & Non Tech talent
• Expertise in hiring Software Engineers across domains like Big Data, ML, Infrastructure, Databases , Storage etc is a plus
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage candidates, build relationships, and effectively represent Databricks' values and culture.
• Familiarity with applicant tracking systems (ATS) and other recruitment software for efficient candidate management and tracking.
• Someone who thinks beyond the usual tools and creates innovative solutions to finding, engaging & hiring the very best people.

About Databricks

Databricks is the Data and AI company. More than 20,000 organizations worldwide — including adidas, AT&T, Bayer, Block, Mastercard, Rivian, Unilever, and 70% of the Fortune 500 — rely on the Databricks Data + AI Platform to build and scale data and AI apps, analytics and agents. Headquartered in San Francisco with 30+ offices around the globe, Databricks offers a unified platform that includes Genie, Lakebase, Agent Bricks, Lakeflow, Lakehouse, and Unity Catalog. To learn more, follow Databricks on LinkedIn , X , YouTube , Instagram .

Benefits

At Databricks, we strive to provide comprehensive benefits and perks that meet the needs of all of our employees. For specific details on the benefits offered in your region click here.

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

At Databricks, we are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive culture where everyone can excel. We take great care to ensure that our hiring practices are inclusive and meet equal employment opportunity standards. Individuals looking for employment at Databricks are considered without regard to age, color, disability, ethnicity, family or marital status, gender identity or expression, language, national origin, physical and mental ability, political affiliation, race, religion, sexual orientation, socio-economic status, veteran status, and other protected characteristics.

Compliance

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