Senior Technical Recruiter – 6-month Contract

Backblaze

. Own full-cycle recruiting for primarily technical roles, including engineering and infrastructure, with flexibility to support non-technical roles .

Posted 9/30/2026full-timeRemote • Colombia, Costa Rica, MexicoSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

Role fit

Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in full-cycle technical recruiting, with a strong focus on sourcing and engaging talent across LATAM and U.S. markets. Proficient in using data-driven strategies and AI sourcing tools to enhance candidate pipelines and improve recruiting performance.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Full-Cycle RecruitingTechnical SourcingGreenhouse ATSData-Driven RecruitingFluent in English

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Hard Skills

Technical RecruitingSourcing Using LinkedIn RecruiterAI Sourcing ToolsCandidate Pipeline ManagementInterview Coordination

Soft Skills

Strong Communication SkillsPartnership SkillsAbility to Influence Hiring Decisions

Tools & Technologies

GreenhouseGemHireEZJuicebox

Industry Keywords

LATAM MarketsCloud InfrastructureSaaS CompaniesOpen Source EngineeringAI/ML Engineering

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

CloudOpen Source

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Own full-cycle recruiting for primarily technical roles, including engineering and infrastructure, with flexibility to support non-technical roles
Partner with hiring managers to define role requirements, hiring strategy, and ideal candidate profiles
Source, engage, and attract technical talent across LATAM and U.S. markets using AI-first sourcing tools and other channels
Build and maintain candidate pipelines across key regions and talent segments
Conduct initial screens assessing technical alignment, experience, and culture fit
Deliver a consistent, high-quality candidate experience throughout the hiring process
Manage candidate pipelines and activity in Greenhouse, ensuring accurate tracking and communication
Collaborate with recruiters to support global hiring efforts
Provide light coordination support across regions for smooth interview processes
Use data and metrics to track pipeline health, identify bottlenecks, and improve recruiting strategies

Requirements

What you’ll need

Proven experience as a technical recruiter with a strong focus on technical roles, owning full-cycle recruiting for engineering or technical roles
Strong sourcing background using LinkedIn Recruiter and AI sourcing tools (Gem, HireEZ, Juicebox, etc.)
Experience hiring across LATAM and/or the U.S.; strong understanding of regional talent markets
Comfortable operating in a fast-paced, contract environment with evolving priorities
Ability to flex across technical and non-technical roles based on business needs
Strong partnership skills with hiring managers and ability to influence hiring decisions
Strong communication skills with ability to engage and close passive candidates
Experience using ATS platforms such as Greenhouse
Data-driven mindset with ability to track and improve recruiting performance
Fluent in English
Bonus: experience recruiting for cloud infrastructure, storage, or SaaS companies
Bonus: familiarity with open source or AI/ML engineering roles
Bonus: experience supporting global hiring teams
Bonus: deep knowledge of LATAM markets, including Mexico, Brazil, Argentina, and Colombia

Benefits

Comp & perks

Temporary, full-time 6-month contract role
Equal Opportunity Employer
Diversity, equity, and inclusion commitment
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