Technical Sourcer/Researcher

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Philippines.

📋 Description

• Conduct in-depth research to visualize talent ecosystems within targeted sectors such as AI/ML, Fintech, SaaS, and other rapidly growing fields.

• Identify concentrations of top Engineering, Product, and Design talent by mapping team structures, reporting lines, and headcount at selected companies.

• Monitor talent mobility, promotion trends, and organizational changes at startups with high talent density.

• Provide market maps that offer our recruiters and clients a clear, actionable overview of the available talent landscape.

• Create and maintain strong, high-quality candidate pipelines for Engineering, Product, and Design positions across various levels of seniority.

• Utilize LinkedIn Recruiter at an advanced level — crafting precise Boolean searches, applying filters, and discovering candidates not visible through standard searches.

• Source candidates beyond LinkedIn by employing role-specific platforms and methodologies — including GitHub, patent databases, Crunchbase, academic publications, conference speaker lists, and open-source contribution histories.

• Extend beyond candidate identification to furnish insights that assist our clients in making informed hiring decisions.

• Investigate headcount trends, funding rounds, team growth trajectories, and competitor hiring activities within the target sectors.

• Keep accurate, well-organized, and readily actionable Google Sheets for all active market maps and candidate lists.

• Collaborate closely with recruiters and managing partners to comprehend search requirements and translate them into focused research strategies.

• Clearly and proactively communicate research findings — including market limitations, talent availability, and competitive dynamics that may impact the search.

⛳️ Requirements

• A minimum of 5 years of experience in sourcing and recruiting specifically for Engineering, Product, and Design roles within the US venture-backed startup ecosystem, from Seed to Series D stages.

• Mastery of LinkedIn Recruiter — adept at utilizing Boolean logic, filters, and platform features to discover candidates that keyword searches overlook.

• Familiarity with startup environments — understanding the intricacies of venture-backed company cultures, recognizing organizations with high talent density, and knowing how to attract talent in this context.

• Analytical mindset — finding enjoyment in dedicating hours to researching a niche and deriving satisfaction from compiling a comprehensive, well-sourced list of 100 meticulously matched candidates.

• Strong data organization skills — ensuring your Google Sheets are clean, logical, and beneficial to anyone who accesses them.

🏝️ Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses.

• Opportunities for professional development and career advancement.

• Flexible work arrangements and a supportive company culture.