Technical Sourcer
Indigo, Remote
Harnessing nature to help farmers sustainably feed the planet
We’re an international AgTech startup pioneering an ambitious mission in a high-growth industry where agriculture meets technology to solve our toughest climate and economic challenges. Through the use of data-driven insights, natural microbiology, and innovative digital technologies, Indigo is partnering across the supply chain, ultimately cultivating a scalable climate solution and enhanced partner ecosystem that beneficially serves farmers, consumers, and the planet alike.
Our mission is unique, and therefore our teams are too: from multigenerational farming gurus who understand the land as though it were an extension of themselves, to cutting-edge techies on the frontier of innovation, our teams are a reflection of the range of the stakeholders we serve: the Earth, the Farmer, and the Consumer.
We are currently seeking a Technical Sourcer who will work cross-functionally with key technology stakeholders and other members of the Engineering and People team to efficiently and thoughtfully hire a large volume of software engineering professionals. An ability to creatively leverage your passion for, and prior knowledge of the tech community is a must. This role will be a core part of tech recruiting and talent brand, and will require outstanding people skills, a strong ability to execute, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.
Responsibilities
Be a thought partner to the Engineering and Product TA partners to successfully lead recruiting efforts for open roles:
- Meet weekly with Software Product and Engineering recruiters to drive efficient progress on all roles, reporting relevant metrics and data
- Contribute to new ideas for improving the recruiting process and diversity and inclusion efforts
- Track candidate pipelines in real-time and provide insights to Hiring Managers regarding DEI metrics, blockers, and candidate feedback in order to adjust sourcing & hiring strategy
Become an expert on Indigo’s recruiting process and provide insights and recommendations to hiring managers for all open roles to TA partners (primarily Engineering):
- Understand Indigo’s overall recruiting process and facilitate various meetings as needed
- Actively source strong tech candidates for key open Engineering and/or Product Design & IT positions
- Within 3 weeks, successfully step in as the primary screener for candidates at top of the funnel
- Confidently conduct in-person & Zoom interviews and reference calls
- Manage technology used to complement the hiring process including digital interviews, relocation software, and assessment tools
- Manage additional recruiting projects as needed
Ensure a top-notch Talent-brand and own Candidate and Customer Experience:
- Identify key tech conferences, events and meetups where Indigo should have a strong presence to build the brand, and ensure strong Indigo representation at these events
- Work closely with the Recruiting Operations team to create strong content for Indigo brand, with an emphasis on tech space
- Ensure an exceptional recruiting experience for candidates and for Indigo employees
Establish a strong presence for Indigo at selected top-tier tech undergraduate and graduate programs:
- Work with team to build excellent partnerships with career departments on campus
- Build excellent relationships with “technology” focused clubs and programs on campus
- Understand timelines so that Indigo effectively recruits at key points in the campus life cycle
- Represent Indigo on campus as one of the most desirable places to work for tech-focused grads
Communicate Indigo’s story in a clear and compelling way that excites candidates:
- Learn the Indigo story, key elements of the talent brand proposition, and demonstrate a strong ability to communicate the story and reasons to work at Indigo
- Ensure any external recruiter partners know the Indigo story and are seen as an extension of the Indigo Recruiting team
Competencies
Passionate about learning and embodies Indigo’s mission and core values
Passion for people; genuinely interested and curious about what motivates and excites people
Outstanding written and oral communication skills
Ability to work quickly and thrive in a fast-paced environment
Comfortable with ambiguity; able to take initiative when path is not clear
Positive attitude and high energy; approaches situations with optimism and enthusiasm
Highly data-driven
Strong organizational skills with a natural affinity towards process and getting things done
Good with follow-up and follow-through
Collaborative; excellent team player
Qualifications
3 years (minimum) in a full cycle tech sourcing role at a fast-paced software company or recruiting firm, specializing in software engineering
Strong network and understanding of the professional tech community
Startup + hyper-growth experience strongly preferred
Proven track record with sourcing tech candidates from a variety of diverse talent pools
Demonstrated passion for building tech talent brand in a growing organization
Strong network and understanding of the professional tech community
Indigo is committed to living our values, specifically “creating a work environment where everyone feels respected, connected, and has opportunities to learn and grow.” As part of living our values, we strive to create a diverse and inclusive work environment where everyone feels they can be themselves and has an equal opportunity of succeeding.