Senior Technical Recruiter

SteerBridge, Inc.; Vienna (VA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan with matching

Paid Time Off

Paid Federal Holidays

Job summary

SteerBridge, Inc. is seeking a Senior Technical Recruiter to drive full-cycle recruiting for technical and specialized roles.

You will collaborate with hiring managers to define requirements, design interview plans, and prioritize openings, while building proactive talent pipelines for current and future needs. The ideal candidate brings strong experience in technical recruiting, market knowledge, and stakeholder management, with a focus on delivering a positive candidate experience in a

Qualifications

• Five or more years of full-cycle recruiting experience.
• Experience hiring for technical or specialized roles in competitive markets.
• Experience with ATS, LinkedIn Recruiter, Boolean search, and sourcing tools.
• Strong communication, candidate assessment, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage full-cycle recruitment for technical and specialized roles from intake through onboarding handoff.
• Partner with hiring managers to define job requirements, interview plans, and hiring priorities.
• Develop sourcing strategies using LinkedIn Recruiter, Boolean search, referrals, and networks; build pipelines for current and future needs.

Skills

Full-cycle recruiting

ATS proficiency

LinkedIn Recruiter

Boolean search

Stakeholder management

Negotiation

Candidate assessment

Tools

Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS)

LinkedIn Recruiter

Job description

SteerBridge is a modern technology company delivering innovative, mission‑focused solutions to the U.S. Government and private sector. Leveraging deep expertise in federal acquisition, digital transformation, and emerging technologies, we deliver agile, commercial‑grade capabilities that accelerate operational effectiveness and drive measurable mission success.

At the core of SteerBridge is our people—especially the veterans whose leadership, problem‑solving mindset, and commitment to excellence elevate every project we support. We don’t simply hire exceptional talent; we cultivate it, creating meaningful career pathways for veterans, military spouses, and professionals who share our passion for advancing technology and strengthening the missions we serve.

Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced and results-driven Senior Technical Recruiter to support SteerBridge’s talent acquisition efforts across technical and specialized positions. This role will manage full-cycle recruiting, develop proactive sourcing strategies, build strong talent pipelines, and partner with hiring managers to deliver qualified candidates in support of business and mission needs. The ideal candidate brings strong technical recruiting expertise, sound market knowledge, excellent stakeholder management skills, and a commitment to a positive, equitable candidate experience.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage full-cycle recruitment for technical and specialized roles, such as software engineering, cloud, cybersecurity, data, DevOps, IT, and technical leadership, from intake through onboarding handoff.

• Partner with hiring managers to define job requirements, set interview plans, and align on hiring priorities.

• Develop sourcing strategies using LinkedIn Recruiter, Boolean search, referrals, and professional networks, and build pipelines for current and future needs, including hard‑to‑fill roles.

• Advise stakeholders on talent availability, market conditions, candidate expectations, and compensation.

• Conduct recruiter screens to assess candidates’ technical background, experience, and alignment with role requirements.

• Coordinate interviews, gather timely feedback, and keep candidates engaged through a consistent, job‑related evaluation process.

• Manage offers, including presentation, negotiation, and follow‑up.

• Maintain accurate, confidential ATS records and track recruiting metrics to identify process improvements.

Required Qualifications

• Eligibility Requirements: U.S. citizenship is required for this position under applicable federal contract requirements.

• Five or more years of full-cycle recruiting experience, including demonstrated success hiring for technical or specialized roles in competitive talent markets.

• Experience with applicant tracking systems (ATS), LinkedIn Recruiter, Boolean search, and other sourcing tools.

• Strong communication, candidate assessment, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience recruiting for federal government contractors, public‑sector technology programs, or mission‑focused organizations.

• Experience recruiting for cleared, senior‑level, or leadership technical positions.

• Working knowledge of technical job families and talent markets, such as cloud computing, cybersecurity, software development, data engineering, AI/ML, infrastructure, or DevOps.

• Ability to manage multiple requisitions and competing priorities, with strong organization, attention to detail, discretion, and a commitment to fair and inclusive hiring.

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Life Insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with matching
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Federal Holidays

$80,000 - $90,000 a year

The posted compensation range reflects the scope and requirements of this position. A final offer will be determined based on the candidate’s relevant experience, skills, education, certifications, and work location, along with the responsibilities of the position. Where applicable, contract requirements, wage determinations, and federal contract labor categories may also inform the offer.

SteerBridge also offers benefits that may include health and life insurance, paid time off, paid holidays, disability coverage, retirement savings, and professional development opportunities. Benefits vary by position and eligibility.

SteerBridge is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer

We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace where all qualified applicants and employees are treated with respect and dignity—regardless of race, color, gender, age, religion, national origin, ancestry, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by law.

We also provide reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities in accordance with applicable laws. If you require assistance during the application process, we encourage you to reach out so we can support your needs.