Technical Recruiter & People Operations Specialist

About the Role

We are looking for a proactive, people-oriented Technical Recruiter & People Operations Specialist to join a growing, dynamic startup and take ownership of its recruitment initiatives and support the development of its global team.

This role is ideal for someone who genuinely enjoys connecting with people, understands the technical hiring landscape, and thrives in an environment where initiative, adaptability, and ownership are essential.

The primary focus will be managing end-to-end recruitment for senior-level technical positions, particularly Software Engineers, alongside other technical and non-technical roles. Additionally, this person will contribute to People Operations initiatives, helping create a positive employee experience and supporting the company's continued growth.

We are looking for someone who doesn't simply wait for instructions but actively identifies opportunities for improvement, brings solutions to the table, and takes responsibility for moving initiatives forward.

Key Responsibilities

1. Technical Recruitment (Primary Focus)

• Own the full-cycle recruitment process, from job posting and sourcing to screening, interviewing, and offer coordination.
• Develop effective sourcing strategies to identify and attract high-quality technical talent, particularly Senior Software Engineers and other specialized technical professionals.
• Build and maintain a strong pipeline of qualified candidates for current and future hiring needs.
• Conduct initial interviews to assess technical experience, communication skills, cultural alignment, and long-term potential.
• Partner closely with hiring managers and leadership to understand role requirements, hiring priorities, and team needs.
• Coordinate technical assessments, interviews, feedback, and candidate follow-ups.
• Deliver an exceptional candidate experience through consistent communication and timely updates.
• Track recruitment metrics, identify bottlenecks, and continuously improve hiring processes.
• Support recruitment for non-technical positions as needed.

2. People Operations

• Support onboarding and offboarding processes, ensuring a smooth experience for team members.
• Assist with employee engagement, retention, and internal communication initiatives.
• Help coordinate performance review cycles, employee feedback initiatives, and other people-related programs.
• Maintain accurate employee records and support the organization of HR documentation.
• Assist with developing and improving internal policies, processes, and People Operations workflows.
• Act as a point of contact for team members regarding general HR and people-related matters.
• Identify opportunities to improve the overall employee experience and strengthen company culture.

3. Process Improvement & Startup Support

• Take ownership of recruitment and People Operations initiatives with minimal supervision.
• Identify inefficiencies and proactively recommend practical solutions.
• Help establish scalable recruitment and people processes as the company grows.
• Adapt to changing priorities and contribute beyond the traditional boundaries of the role when necessary.
• Work closely with leadership and a distributed global team to support organizational objectives.

Requirements

• 3+ years of experience in full-cycle recruitment, with a strong emphasis on technical recruitment.
• Demonstrated experience sourcing and recruiting Software Engineers, preferably Senior and specialized technical profiles.
• Experience recruiting for international companies or working with distributed teams is highly desirable.
• Familiarity with technical roles, technologies, and the skills required across software development teams.
• Previous experience supporting People Operations or HR initiatives.
• Excellent verbal and written English communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build meaningful relationships with candidates, employees, and leadership.
• Highly organized, detail-oriented, and capable of managing multiple recruitment processes simultaneously.
• Comfortable working independently and taking ownership of projects.
• Strong problem-solving skills and a proactive, solutions-oriented mindset.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced startup environment where priorities can evolve.

Ideal Candidate Profile

Beyond technical recruiting experience, we are looking for someone who:

• Has a genuine passion for people: Enjoys building relationships, understanding people's motivations, and helping organizations find and retain great talent.
• Demonstrates strong ownership: Takes responsibility for outcomes rather than simply completing assigned tasks.
• Is proactive and resourceful: Anticipates challenges, identifies opportunities, and brings solutions without constantly requiring direction.
• Is adaptable: Comfortable navigating ambiguity, changing priorities, and the evolving needs of a growing startup.
• Has a growth mindset: Excited about building processes, improving systems, and growing alongside the company.
• Is committed to long-term growth: Interested in becoming a strategic partner to leadership as the recruitment and people functions evolve.

Work Environment & Expectations

• Full-time position within a growing, international startup.
• Primarily Monday through Friday, with flexibility when occasional urgent business needs arise.
• Ability to manage competing priorities and respond appropriately to time-sensitive situations.
• A collaborative environment that values initiative, accountability, communication, and continuous improvement.
• Opportunity to take meaningful ownership of recruitment and People Operations as the organization scales.

What Success Looks Like

The successful candidate will:

• Consistently attract and present high-quality technical candidates.
• Independently manage recruitment pipelines and hiring priorities.
• Build strong relationships with candidates and internal stakeholders.
• Improve recruitment processes and contribute to more efficient hiring.
• Take an active role in supporting employee engagement and People Operations.
• Become a trusted partner to leadership and a key contributor to the company's long-term growth.