Offer summary

Qualifications:

Experience sourcing for tech roles in the US market., Strong knowledge of technical domains like AI, Data Engineering, and Software Development., Excellent communication skills in English, both written and verbal., Proficiency with sourcing tools such as LinkedIn, GitHub, and ATS..

Key responsibilities:

Proactively source and screen candidates for technical roles.

Collaborate with recruiters and hiring managers to understand role requirements.

Build and maintain talent pipelines using sourcing tools and strategies.

Engage candidates through professional communication and conduct initial screenings.

Job description

Job Title: Candidate Sourcer (US Tech Market)

Location: Remote. Must be based in Cape Town

Reporting to: Senior Consultants

Compensation: Up to R41,500/month + Quarterly Incentives

Working Hours: EST hours or at least 4 -5 hours of daily overlap with EST

About the Role

We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Tech Candidate Sourcer to join our fast-growing team. You'll play a pivotal role in identifying and engaging top-tier talent for some of the most innovative and fast-paced startups in the US tech space.

This is a remote role designed for someone who thrives in a high-performance, tech-driven environment and has a deep understanding of the technical talent landscape, particularly within the US.

Key Responsibilities

Proactively source and screen candidates across various technical role,s including Frontend, Backend, Data Engineering, AI, and Machine Learning.
Collaborate with recruiters and hiring managers to understand role requirements and hiring priorities.
Build and maintain high-quality talent pipelines using sourcing tools, platforms, and Boolean search strategies.
Engage candidates with clear, professional, and timely communication via Slack, video calls, and email.
Conduct initial screenings and assess candidate suitability for technical roles.
Stay up-to-date with the latest hiring trends and developments in the tech industry.

Requirements

Proven experience sourcing for early-stage or high-growth tech companies in the US market.
In-depth knowledge of technical domains: Software Engineering, AI/ML, Data Engineering, Frontend/Backend Development.
Demonstrated success in identifying and engaging candidates with niche or hard-to-find technical skill sets.
Excellent English communication skills, both written and verbal.
Ability to work EST hours or ensure a daily 45-hour overlap with the EST time zone.
Familiarity with US universities, tech programs, and top academic institutions.
Strong proficiency in using sourcing tools (LinkedIn, GitHub, ATS, etc.), and collaboration tools (Slack, video conferencing platforms).
Comfortable conducting video interviews and outreach in a professional manner.
Highly responsive, detail-oriented, and self-motivated with a passion for tech recruitment.

Preferred

Previous experience working with US-based hiring teams and supporting international recruitment processes.
Interest in working from a shared Cape Town office (optional, not required).

Incentives