Lead Technical Recruiter - Remote First

Placements24; Cape Town; Hybrid; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote work

Remote-first culture

Ongoing training and career growth

Performance incentives

Job summary

Placements24 in South Africa seeks a Lead Technical Recruiter to drive remote-first talent acquisition for engineering and IT roles. You will design strategies, lead end-to-end hiring, partner with technical leads, and build a high-performing recruiting team while engaging with passive candidates. The role offers flexibility and remote collaboration across regions, with ongoing training and career growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• 7+ years in technical recruitment with 2+ years in lead/senior role
• Experience recruiting for complex tech roles (Full-Stack, Data Scientists, DevOps, Cloud, Cybersecurity)
• Proficient in ATS/CRM and advanced sourcing techniques
• Strong software development lifecycle and IT infrastructure understanding
• Excellent communication, negotiation and stakeholder management
• Proven ability to thrive in fully remote, autonomous environments

Responsibilities

• Design and implement technical recruitment strategies to attract niche talent
• Manage end-to-end recruitment for engineering, software, and IT infrastructure roles
• Partner with hiring managers to understand role requirements and team dynamics
• Use advanced sourcing (GitHub, Stack Overflow, developer communities) to identify passive candidates
• Conduct rigorous technical screenings and competency-based interviews
• Build and maintain a strong pipeline of qualified candidates
• Foster relationships with tech professionals and influencers
• Ensure a positive candidate experience and timely communication
• Analyse recruitment data to optimise sourcing and selection
• Stay updated on emerging technologies affecting talent acquisition
• Mentor junior recruiters in technical hiring

Skills

Technical recruiting

Sourcing strategies

Candidate engagement

Stakeholder management

Remote work

Team mentorship

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS/Engineering/HR or related field

Tools

ATS/CRM systems

Boolean/Sourcing tools

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a prominent recruitment consultancy, is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Lead Technical Recruiter to spearhead their technical talent acquisition efforts. This position is fundamentally a remote-first role, offering unparalleled flexibility and the opportunity to work from anywhere. You will be responsible for devising and executing sophisticated recruitment strategies for highly specialized technical roles, playing a critical part in attracting and securing top engineering and IT professionals. The ideal candidate will possess a deep understanding of the technology landscape, exceptional candidate engagement skills, and a passion for building high-performing technical teams. This role requires a strategic thinker with a proactive approach to identifying and addressing talent needs in a rapidly evolving market. Join a forward-thinking organization that values innovation, collaboration, and a truly remote working culture. This is an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact and drive success for both our client and the candidates they engage.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and implement innovative technical recruitment strategies to attract niche talent.
• Oversee the end-to-end recruitment process for engineering, software development, and IT infrastructure roles.
• Partner closely with hiring managers and technical leads to deeply understand role requirements and team dynamics.
• Leverage advanced sourcing techniques, including technical Boolean searches, GitHub, Stack Overflow, and developer communities, to identify passive candidates.
• Conduct rigorous technical screening and competency-based interviews.
• Build and nurture a strong pipeline of qualified technical candidates.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with technology professionals and influencers.
• Manage candidate experience to ensure a seamless and positive journey.
• Analyze recruitment data and provide insights to optimize sourcing and selection processes.
• Stay current with emerging technologies and their impact on talent acquisition.
• Mentor junior members of the recruitment team, sharing expertise in technical recruitment.

Requirements

• A minimum of 7 years of dedicated technical recruitment experience, with at least 2 years in a lead or senior capacity.
• Demonstrated success in recruiting for complex technology roles such as Full-Stack Developers, Data Scientists, DevOps Engineers, Cloud Architects, and Cybersecurity Specialists.
• Expertise in using various ATS, CRM systems, and advanced sourcing tools.
• Strong understanding of software development lifecycles, programming languages, and IT infrastructure.
• Exceptional ability to assess technical skills and cultural fit.
• Outstanding communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management abilities.
• Proven ability to thrive in a fully remote, autonomous work environment.
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Human Resources, or a related field is preferred.
• Experience within a fast-paced recruitment consultancy is a significant advantage.
• A strong network within the tech community is highly desirable.

Benefits

• This role offers a highly competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package, commensurate with experience.
• Enjoy the profound benefits of a fully remote work environment, allowing you to structure your work life from any location within Cape Town, Western Cape.
• Our client is committed to fostering professional growth through ongoing training, development programs, and opportunities for career advancement.
• You will join a collaborative and supportive team that embraces diversity and encourages innovation.
• We offer performance incentives, regular virtual team events, and access to state-of-the-art recruitment technology.
• This is a chance to be part of a company that truly values its employees and is at the forefront of talent solutions.