Talent Acquisition Specialist – IT Staffing(Contract Hiring)
Company: MappOptimist Technologies
Experience: 2–5 Years
Employment Type: Full-Time
Location: Remote
MappOptimist Technologies is a global IT consulting and staffing company delivering skilled technology professionals to clients across the USA, UK, UAE, Europe, and other international markets. We specialize in contract staffing, dedicated teams, and technology consulting across AI, Cloud, Salesforce, Microsoft Technologies, Blockchain, Data Engineering, and Software Development.
Role Overview
We are looking for an experienced IT Talent Acquisition Specialist who can proactively build a strong database of contract IT professionals before client requirements arise. The ideal candidate should be highly skilled in sourcing, engaging, screening, and maintaining relationships with freelance and contract developers across multiple technologies.
Key Responsibilities
- Build and maintain a database of pre-screened IT professionals.
- Source contract developers through LinkedIn, Upwork, Toptal, GitHub, Indeed, Naukri, Wellfound, and other professional communities.
- Identify candidates across technologies including:
- AI/ML & GenAI
- Data Engineering
- Blockchain
- Web & Mobile
- Cloud & DevOps
- Salesforce
- Microsoft Dynamics 365
- SailPoint & IAM
- Conduct initial HR screening calls.
- Assess communication skills, availability, notice period, hourly/monthly rates, location, and contract preferences.
- Maintain accurate candidate records in ATS/Google Sheets/CRM.
- Build long-term relationships with high-quality contractors.
- Coordinate interviews between candidates and clients.
- Ensure the talent pipeline remains updated and deployment-ready.
Required Skills
- 2–5 years of IT recruitment experience.
- Experience in contract staffing or IT staffing.
- Excellent English communication skills (written and verbal).
- Strong sourcing expertise using LinkedIn Recruiter, job portals, and professional communities.
- Ability to identify quality technical talent.
- Experience maintaining candidate databases and ATS.
- Comfortable working with international clients and time zones.
- Strong negotiation and follow-up skills.
- Self-driven, organized, and target-oriented.
Preferred Skills
- Experience recruiting for US, UK, or Middle East clients.
- Understanding of C2C, W2, 1099, or offshore staffing models.
- Familiarity with major cloud and software technologies.
Platforms You'll Use
- LinkedIn Recruiter
- Upwork
- Toptal
- Wellfound
- Indeed
- Naukri
- GitHub
- Stack Overflow
- Dice (preferred)
- Monster
- Internal referrals
Success Metrics (KPIs)
- 300–500 new qualified candidates added every month.
- 90% profile accuracy.
- 100% candidate verification.
- Less than 24-hour response time for new requirements.
- Strong candidate engagement and database freshness.
Benefits:
Application Question(s):
- 1. How many years of IT recruitment experience do you have?
2. Have you worked in IT Contract Staffing?
3.Which markets have you recruited for?
4. Which sourcing platforms have you used?
5. Approximately how many technical candidates have you sourced in the last 12 months?
6. Have you recruited for any of the following technologies?
7. Are you comfortable conducting HR screening interviews independently?
8. Rate your English communication skills.
9. Have you used any ATS or CRM?
10. How soon can you join?
11. What is your current CTC?
12. What is your expected CTC?
13. Are you comfortable working with international clients and overlapping time zones when required?
14. This role requires proactive sourcing and building a ready-to-deploy talent pipeline before client requirements arrive. Are you comfortable working in such an environment?
Work Location: Remote
