Remote Principal Technical Recruiter

Placements24; Cape Town; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote

Remote-first

Professional development

Global network

Job summary

Placements24 is recruiting a Principal Technical Recruiter for a fully remote, South Africa–based role, focusing on attracting top engineers, data scientists, cybersecurity experts, and cloud specialists for a global client network.

You will lead end-to-end recruitment, build long-term client relationships, mentor junior recruiters, and stay ahead of tech trends to anticipate hiring needs in a remote-first setup.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of dedicated experience in technical recruitment.
• Experience recruiting for niche and senior-level tech roles.
• Strong knowledge of programming languages, software development methodologies, and IT infrastructure.
• Proven ability to build and manage large talent pipelines for technical roles.
• Excellent remote communication and stakeholder management.
• Proficiency with modern ATS and recruitment technologies.
• Able to thrive in an autonomous, fully remote work environment.
• Strong network within the technical community is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Lead recruitment for highly specialized technical roles (software, data, cybersecurity, cloud).
• Develop and execute sourcing strategies to attract passive and active candidates.
• Build relationships with clients and advise on technical talent acquisition.
• Conduct in-depth technical interviews and assessments.
• Manage end-to-end recruitment pipeline from sourcing to offer.
• Collaborate with hiring managers to understand requirements and team dynamics.
• Mentor junior recruitment team members and share best practices.
• Stay updated on technologies and market trends to anticipate needs.
• Contribute to process and tool improvements in a remote setting.

Skills

Technical recruitment

Sourcing strategies

Stakeholder management

Interviewing

Remote work

ATS proficiency

Networking in tech

Tools

ATS software

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a globally recognized recruitment consultancy, is seeking an exceptional, fully remote Principal Technical Recruiter to join their innovative team. This pivotal role is designed for a seasoned professional who excels in identifying and attracting top-tier technical talent in a remote-first capacity. You will be instrumental in supporting critical hiring initiatives for leading technology companies, ensuring they secure the best engineers, developers, and IT specialists. Operating from anywhere within South Africa, you will leverage a fully remote infrastructure to connect with candidates and clients worldwide. This position demands a strategic mindset, a proactive approach, and a commitment to delivering unparalleled recruitment solutions.

Key Responsibilities

• Spearhead the recruitment process for highly specialized technical roles, encompassing software engineering, data science, cybersecurity, and cloud computing.
• Develop and execute innovative sourcing strategies to attract passive and active technical candidates across diverse platforms and networks.
• Build and nurture strong, long-term relationships with clients, acting as a trusted advisor on technical talent acquisition.
• Conduct in-depth technical interviews and assessments to evaluate candidates' skills, experience, and potential.
• Manage the end-to-end recruitment pipeline, from candidate sourcing and engagement to offer extension and negotiation.
• Collaborate closely with hiring managers to deeply understand their technical requirements and team dynamics.
• Mentor and guide junior recruitment team members, sharing best practices and expertise in technical recruitment.
• Stay abreast of emerging technologies and market trends to anticipate future talent needs.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of recruitment processes and tools within a remote setting.

Requirements

• Minimum of 7 years of dedicated experience in technical recruitment, with a significant portion focused on high-demand tech roles.
• Proven ability to recruit for niche and senior-level technical positions.
• Exceptional understanding of various programming languages, software development methodologies, and IT infrastructure.
• Demonstrated success in building and managing extensive talent pipelines for technical roles.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills, adapted for remote interaction.
• Proficiency with modern Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) and recruitment technologies.
• Ability to thrive in an autonomous, fully remote work environment.
• A strong network within the technical community is highly advantageous.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses, reflecting your senior level.
• The flexibility and autonomy of a 100% remote position, allowing work from anywhere in South Africa.
• Comprehensive professional development opportunities and continuous learning resources.
• Access to a global network of clients and high-caliber technical talent.
• State-of-the-art remote work tools and technologies.
• A collaborative and supportive virtual team culture.
• Opportunity to shape and lead technical recruitment strategies for leading organizations.