Sr. Technical Sourcer - Executive/Research

FocusKPI, Inc.; Mountain View (CA); Hybrid; USD 76,000 - 92,000; Full time

Job summary

FocusKPI, Inc. is seeking a Sr. Technical Sourcer - Executive/Research to support a high-tech SaaS client, focusing on AI/ML research and leadership hiring across robotics, CV, ML, and data science roles.

You will develop proactive sourcing strategies, screen candidates, and partner with recruiters and Hiring Managers to build a strong pipeline for executive and senior tech roles in consumer electronics and software technology.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of sourcing experience within an Advanced Technology organization.
• Bachelor's Degree preferred or equivalent.
• Experience sourcing for research scientist and engineer roles, and engaging with niche talent from unique sources.
• Experience in technology leadership sourcing for Director+ level positions in AI, GenAI, ML, CV, Robotics.

Responsibilities

• Source and screen candidates and consult with recruiters and Hiring Managers throughout the hiring process.
• Develop impactful, proactive sourcing strategies incorporating multi-channel search techniques.
• Build and maintain a strong network of potential candidates with a deep, research-oriented industry understanding.
• Promote employer brand and utilize advertising techniques to attract top talent.
• Measure conversion rates from passive candidates to applicants, interviews, offers, and hires.
• Demonstrate diversity awareness and use sources that reach diverse populations.

Skills

AI/ML sourcing

Executive/leadership sourcing

Sourcing advanced tech

Research scientist roles sourcing

Robotics/ML/CV data

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

LinkedIn

GitHub

Slack

X-Ray searches

Job description

FocusKPI is seeking a Sr. Technical Sourcer - Executive/Research to join one of our clients, a high-tech SaaS company. The main requirement (skill set) is to source candidates with experience in AI/ML Research and Leadership/Executive roles in Consumer Electronics/Software Tech.

The client is at the forefront of research and development in North America; join a high-performing, world-class Talent Acquisition team! They provide great visibility across multiple business segments, where you will work in a collaborative team environment with the broader HR team.

They are looking for a Sr. Technical Sourcer to work closely with engineering teams to build a strong candidate pipeline across a broad spectrum of roles (Robotics, AI, Machine Learning, Computer Vision, SoC, Digital Health, Data Science) at various levels, including executive-level sourcing.

Responsibilities include sourcing and screening candidates and consulting with recruiters and Hiring Managers throughout the hiring process.

Work Location

Mountain View, CA (Onsite role, 5 days/week)

Duration

3-month contract with potential to extend depending on your performance

Pay Range

$55 - 67/hr

Responsibilities

• Develop impactful, proactive sourcing strategies that incorporate multi-channel search and sourcing techniques.
• Build and maintain a strong network of potential candidates with an active market presence and a deep, research-oriented understanding of the industry.
• Work closely with hiring teams to effectively source and qualify target candidates, set clear expectations, and demonstrate a strong understanding of broader business needs.
• Promote their employer brand while utilizing various advertising techniques to attract top talent.
• Measure conversion rates, including the number of passive candidates who turn into applicants, get invited to interviews, get offers, and get hired.
• Demonstrate diversity awareness and utilize sourcing techniques that reach diverse populations.
• Maintain market/business intelligence regarding the function and business unit. Align with hiring managers to build overall understanding of position requirements.
• Work closely with supporting team members, recruiters, and coordinators to establish successful recruitment processes.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of sourcing experience within an Advanced Technology organization
• Bachelor's Degree preferred or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
• Experience sourcing for research scientist and engineer roles, and engaging with niche talent from unique sources. (Technical sourcing for heavy research scientist and research engineer roles, and leadership roles that come up occasionally.)
• Experience working on technology leadership sourcing (mainly in areas of AI, GenAI, ML, CV, Robotics, etc.) for Director+ level positions.
• History of finding potential candidates on social media and professional networks (eg LinkedIn, Slack, and GitHub).
• Ability to analyze data, understand and present market data for sourcing strategies and calibration.
• Expertise in sourcing talent focused on research skills through X-Ray searches of research publication sites, conferences, etc.
• Candidates with experience sourcingin AI/ML Research and Leadership/Executive roles in Consumer Electronics/Software Technology as a mandatory skill set.
• Candidates with sourcing experience for robotics-related roles.
• Expertise in crafting and sending recruiting emails.
• Experience coordinating with hiring managers to determine position requirements.
• Experience working on innovative technology sourcing (mainly in areas of Robotics, AI, GenAI, ML, CV, etc.) positions.
• Self-motivated individual with the ability to thrive in a team-based or independent environment.
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Limited supervision and the exercise of discretion.
• A tenacious drive to win and persistence to push beyond adversity to solve the most challenging problems.
• Self-starter with an incredible work ethic and a strong team play.
• Exceptional ability to tell the company's story in a way that speaks to a job seeker's motivation, career goals, and interests.
• Excellent collaboration and communication skills.
• Proven ability to work effectively and prioritize your workload.

Thank you!

FocusKPI Hiring Team

Founded in 2010, FocusKPI, Inc. (FocusKPI) is a data science and technology firm specializing in predictive analytics practices and methodologies. FocusKPI is a US company headquartered in Silicon Valley, California, with an East Coast office in Boston, Massachusetts.