Technical Recruiting Manager Jobs in Seattle, WA

Job Description

This role focuses on full-cycle technical recruiting, with a strong emphasis on sourcing and hiring Software Development Engineers. The Recruiter 2 manages the end-to-end recruitment process, including sourcing, interviewing, reference checks, offer management, onboarding, and employee status changes. The position requires deep knowledge of talent acquisition practices, the ability to work autonomously, and the judgment to plan and accomplish hiring goals in a dynamic, technology-driven environment. Role is 100% onsite in Seattle, WA

Responsibilities

• Source and attract qualified technical candidates, with a primary focus on Software Development Engineers at the SDE 2 and SDE 3 levels.
• Execute full-cycle recruiting activities, including screening, interviewing, and assessing candidates for technical and non-technical roles.
• Conduct detailed reference checks and verify candidate qualifications to ensure hiring decisions are well-informed and compliant with internal standards.
• Develop and present competitive offers, manage offer negotiations, and guide candidates through the acceptance process.
• Coordinate and conduct orientation activities for new employees to ensure a smooth onboarding experience.
• Perform exit interviews and accurately process changes in employee status, maintaining thorough documentation.
• Leverage applicant tracking systems (ATS) and other recruiting tools to manage pipelines, track candidate progress, and maintain accurate records.
• Collaborate with hiring teams to understand role requirements, define candidate profiles, and align recruiting strategies with business needs.
• Use data, experience, and sound judgment to plan and accomplish hiring goals in a fast-paced technical environment.
• Lead and direct the work of other recruiting team members when needed, providing guidance and sharing best practices.
• Apply a wide degree of creativity and latitude in developing sourcing strategies, including targeting talent from large technology companies.
• Stay familiar with industry trends, technical skill sets, and best practices in talent acquisition to continuously improve recruiting effectiveness.

Essential Skills

• 4+ years of sourcing experience, with a focus on technical recruiting.
• Proven experience in talent acquisition, hiring, and sourcing for technical roles.
• Demonstrated success in technical sourcing for SDE 2 and SDE 3 positions.
• Hands-on experience with applicant tracking systems (ATS) and recruiting platforms.
• Strong technical recruiting background within large technology environments.
• Ability to conduct structured interviews and evaluate candidates against defined role requirements.
• Experience performing reference checks, managing offers, and conducting orientation for new hires.
• Solid understanding of recruiting concepts, practices, and procedures across the talent acquisition lifecycle.
• Capacity to rely on extensive experience and judgment to plan and accomplish recruiting and hiring goals.
• Ability to perform a variety of tasks and manage multiple requisitions simultaneously in a fast-paced setting.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree, ideally in human resources, business, or a related field.
• 5–8 years of experience in recruiting or a related area is strongly preferred.
• Experience recruiting within large technology companies is highly desirable.
• background in technical recruiting for software engineering roles in complex organizations.
• Comfort leading and directing the work of others, including mentoring junior recruiters.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills when partnering with hiring teams.
• Ability to apply creativity and latitude in developing sourcing strategies and solving recruiting challenges.

This is a Contract position based out of Seattle, WA.

The pay range for this position is $50.00 - $50.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

This is a fully onsite position in Seattle,WA.

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 24, 2026.

Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® Platinum Award winner for both client and talent service.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email astoncarteraccommodation@astoncarter.com for other accommodation options.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.