Senior Technical Recruiter

📋 Description

• • As a Senior Technical Recruiter at IXL Learning, you will play a pivotal role in attracting and hiring the exceptional talent that drives our mission of creating personalized learning products used by millions globally.
• • You will be instrumental in managing the full-cycle recruitment process for critical technical roles, ensuring we bring aboard the best individuals to contribute to our innovative educational technology solutions.
• • This role demands a proactive and strategic approach, partnering closely with hiring managers and technical leaders to deeply understand their needs and to collaboratively develop effective recruiting strategies.
• • You will be responsible for identifying, engaging, and nurturing relationships with high-caliber technical candidates, building robust talent pipelines for our engineering, product, and other technical teams.
• • A key aspect of this position involves becoming a knowledgeable ambassador for IXL Learning, effectively communicating our unique company culture, groundbreaking products, and the exciting opportunities available to potential hires.
• • You will meticulously manage candidate interactions throughout the entire hiring journey, ensuring a seamless, efficient, and positive candidate experience that leaves a lasting, favorable impression of IXL Learning, irrespective of the outcome.
• • This includes conducting thorough initial interviews, assessing candidate qualifications against role requirements, and providing constructive feedback to both candidates and hiring teams.
• • A significant part of your responsibility will be to develop and execute compelling closing strategies for candidates, ensuring they have all the necessary information and support to make an informed decision about joining our team.
• • You will leverage a variety of advanced sourcing techniques and platforms to identify passive and active candidates, going beyond traditional methods to uncover top-tier talent.
• • Maintaining accurate and up-to-date candidate records and recruitment metrics within our Applicant Tracking System (ATS) is crucial for tracking progress and optimizing our recruitment efforts.
• • You will contribute to the continuous improvement of our recruitment processes, bringing innovative ideas and best practices to the team.
• • This position offers the opportunity to work within a dynamic and fast-paced environment, contributing directly to the growth and success of a leading EdTech company.
• • You will be an integral part of a collaborative recruiting team, sharing insights and supporting colleagues to achieve collective hiring goals.
• • The role requires a keen eye for talent, an ability to discern potential beyond just technical skills, and a passion for connecting individuals with opportunities where they can thrive and make a significant impact.
• • You will be expected to stay abreast of industry trends and market intelligence to inform recruitment strategies and ensure IXL Learning remains competitive in attracting top technical talent.
• • Your success will be measured by your ability to consistently deliver high-quality candidates, reduce time-to-hire, and contribute to building a strong, diverse workforce that aligns with IXL's mission and values.
• • This role is based in our San Mateo, CA headquarters, offering a hybrid work model with the flexibility of one day per week working from home, balancing in-office collaboration with remote flexibility.
• • You will be a key player in shaping the future of IXL Learning by ensuring we have the right people in place to continue innovating and expanding our reach in the educational technology landscape.
• • The role involves a high degree of autonomy and requires a self-starter mentality, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines effectively.
• • You will be a trusted advisor to hiring managers, providing data-driven insights and strategic guidance on talent acquisition.
• • Your efforts will directly impact the quality of our products and the success of our learners worldwide by helping us recruit the best minds in technology.
• • This is an exciting opportunity to join a mission-driven company that is making a tangible difference in education and to grow your career as a Senior Technical Recruiter.