Senior Technical Recruiter

Matrix USA; United States; On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full benefits package

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

401K

Job summary

Matrix USA is seeking a Senior Technical Recruiter with deep expertise across Data Engineering, Machine Learning, AI, and Software Engineering to own end‑to‑end hiring for highly technical roles. You will partner with engineering leadership to build pipelines, craft precise job descriptions, and drive candidates through rigorous technical assessments in a fast‑paced, global environment.

You will lead sourcing across LinkedIn, GitHub, Stack Overflow, Kaggle, and other communities, and help shape

Qualifications

• 5–8+ years of experience recruiting for Data, ML, AI or Software Eng roles.
• Proven track record in hiring senior and specialized technical profiles in fast‑paced settings.
• Strong understanding of modern data stacks, ML systems, and cloud technologies.
• Experience using ATS, sourcing platforms, and analytics‑driven recruiting tools.

Responsibilities

• Own full‑cycle recruiting for Data Engineers, ML Engineers, Data Scientists, MLOps Engineers, and Software Engineers.
• Write technically accurate job descriptions for advanced data and ML roles.
• Proactively source senior talent using LinkedIn, GitHub, Stack Overflow, Kaggle, and professional communities.
• Evaluate candidate backgrounds across data platforms, ML frameworks, cloud technologies, and software architectures.
• Partner with engineering leaders to define role requirements and hiring priorities.
• Maintain candidate lifecycle records in ATS and report on pipeline health and time‑to‑fill.

Skills

Technical recruiting

Senior profiles

Stakeholder management

ATS & sourcing tools

Data/ML/AI recruiting

Tools

LinkedIn

GitHub

Stack Overflow

Job description

Senior Technical Recruiter – Data, Machine Learning & Software Engineering

About The Role

We are seeking a Senior Technical Recruiter with deep expertise in hiring across Data Engineering, Machine Learning, AI, and Software Engineering roles. This is a highly technical recruiting position requiring strong domain understanding of modern data stacks, ML systems, and engineering workflows—not just resume matching.

You will act as a strategic partner to engineering leadership, owning end-to-end hiring for complex technical roles and driving talent pipelines in a competitive market.

Key Responsibilities

Technical Sourcing & Talent Identification

• Own full-cycle recruiting for Data Engineers, ML Engineers, Data Scientists, MLOps Engineers, and Software Engineers
• Write and publish technically accurate job descriptions for advanced data and ML roles
• Proactively source senior and niche technical talent using LinkedIn, GitHub, Stack Overflow, Kaggle, professional communities, and networking channels
• Evaluate candidate backgrounds across data platforms, ML frameworks, cloud technologies, and software architectures

Technical Screening & Candidate Evaluation

• Conduct in-depth technical screening calls to assess hands‑on experience, system design understanding, and problem‑solving skills
• Partner with technical interviewers to align on assessment strategies and hiring standards
• Distinguish between academic ML profiles and production‑grade engineering experience
• Ensure high‑quality signal before advancing candidates to technical interview stages

Stakeholder & Hiring Manager Partnership

• Collaborate closely with engineering leaders, data architects, ML leads, and product teams to define role requirements and hiring priorities
• Translate business and technical needs into clear sourcing strategies
• Advise stakeholders on market trends, talent availability, and compensation benchmarks

Pipeline & Market Intelligence

• Build and maintain long‑term pipelines for critical data and ML skill sets
• Track emerging technologies across AI/ML, Big Data, cloud analytics, and data platforms
• Monitor competitive hiring trends and candidate expectations in global markets

Recruitment Operations & Reporting

• Manage candidate lifecycle within ATS and recruitment tools with strong attention to detail
• Maintain accurate documentation on interviews, feedback, and hiring decisions
• Produce recruitment metrics and insights on pipeline health, time‑to‑fill, and quality of hire

Required Qualifications

• 5–8+ years of experience as a Technical Recruiter, with a strong focus on Data, ML, AI, or Software Engineering roles
• Demonstrated ability to recruit senior and specialized technical profiles in fast‑paced environments
• Solid working knowledge of modern data and ML ecosystems, including:

• Data Engineering & Big Data platforms
• Machine Learning frameworks and pipelines
• Cloud environments (AWS, Azure, GCP)
• Software engineering best practices

• Proven experience conducting technical screening conversations with credibility
• Strong stakeholder management and communication skills
• Experience using ATS, sourcing platforms, and analytics‑driven recruiting tools

This role offers a unique opportunity to work at the forefront of technology, connecting talented professionals with exciting career paths in machine learning and big data. If you’re passionate about recruitment and thrive in a dynamic environment, we’d love to hear from you!

About Matrix

Matrix is a global, dynamic, and fast‑growing technology services and consulting company with over 17,000 employees worldwide. Founded in 2001, Matrix has grown through significant organic expansion and strategic acquisitions, executing some of the largest and most impactful technology projects in the market.

We specialize in the design, development, and implementation of advanced technologies, software solutions, and digital products. Our services include infrastructure and consulting, IT outsourcing and offshore delivery, training and assimilation programs, and acting as a trusted implementation and delivery partner for the world’s leading software vendors.

With deep expertise across both the private and public sectors—spanning Finance, Telecom, Healthcare, Hi‑Tech, Education, Defense, and Security—Matrix serves a strong customer base in Israel alongside a continuously expanding global client portfolio.

At Matrix, our people are at the heart of our success. We are a community of talented, creative, and dedicated professionals who are passionate about innovation and excellence. We actively attract, develop, and retain top talent, recognizing that every employee’s contribution is critical to our continued growth and future success.

Matrix’s success is built on a challenging and engaging work environment, competitive compensation and benefits, and meaningful career development opportunities. We foster a diverse, inclusive culture that encourages collaboration, continuous learning, and growth—together.

Join the winning team. Be challenged, grow your career, and enjoy the journey in a highly respected global organization.

Matrix offers a competitive base salary and a full benefit package.

• Benefits include medical, dental, 401K, STD, HSA, PTO, and more

To learn more, visit: www.matrix-ifs.com

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER: Matrix is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Prohibits Discrimination and Harassment of Any Kind. Matrix is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions at Matrix are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion or belief, family or parental status, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate. Matrix will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics. Matrix encourages applicants of all ages.