Job Summary
The Senior Technical Sourcer will shape and deliver sophisticated talent-sourcing strategies for Microsoft AI’s frontier research and engineering teams. Working closely with technical leaders, this role identifies and engages exceptional candidates, builds strong talent pipelines, and applies AI-enabled tools alongside in-depth research to reach specialists in highly technical fields.
Responsibilities
- Create and carry out advanced sourcing plans aligned with the hiring needs of Microsoft AI research and engineering teams.
- Partner with technical leaders to understand role requirements, advise on talent markets, and develop effective candidate pipelines.
- Find, engage, and attract top-tier technical talent across specialized and competitive domains.
- Use AI-powered sourcing tools and thorough research methods to uncover qualified candidates.
- Conduct deep research into technical areas such as AI/ML research, distributed systems, and complex engineering.
- Build credibility and influence with senior stakeholders to advance sourcing priorities.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree.
- At least 6 years of experience in technical sourcing or talent acquisition; 8 or more years is preferred.
- Strong expertise sourcing talent in AI/ML research, distributed systems, or other complex engineering domains.
- Ability to influence senior stakeholders and work effectively with technical leaders.
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