Launchpad Technologies Inc.
Semi-Senior Talent Acquisition Specialist
Launchpad, a people-first technology company, is a leader in North America´s rapidly growing tech sector. Through two solutions, Launchpad supports its clients with digital transformation:
- PaasportTM, our iPaaS solution, streamlines software integration and automates workflows.
- Nearshore Staff Augmentation, our managed IT staffing service, connects top IT talent across various geographical regions, bringing industry expertise to leading clients.
Based in Vancouver, Canada, our operational footprint spans across North and South America, with a second headquarters in Santiago, Chile.
In 2023, our unwavering dedication to innovation garnered recognition as a Deloitte Technology Fast 50™ Program Company. Our clientele boasts industry leaders such as Walmart, GM, TIME Magazine, Salesforce, Tableau, Splunk, Bolt.com, Freedom House, and more.
At Launchpad, we genuinely care about our people as individuals. If you are looking for a team that values growth, drive, and passion for your craft, if you’re seeking a place to achieve your goals and dreams with fairness and integrity, then we’d love to hear from you.
Job Overview: We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Semi-Senior Talent Acquisition Specialist to join our Talent Acquisition Team. The ideal candidate will have a passion for technology and a keen interest in building a career in recruitment. This role involves identifying and engaging qualified IT professionals for various roles, supporting the recruitment process, and collaborating with hiring managers to understand their needs.
Key Responsibilities:
- Source and screen potential IT candidates through various channels, including job boards, social media, among others.
- Assist in drafting and posting job advertisements on relevant platforms.
- Conduct initial screens and interviews to assess candidate qualifications and cultural fit.
- Coordinate and schedule interviews between candidates and hiring managers.
- Maintain and update the applicant tracking system (ATS) with candidate information and recruitment progress.
- Build and maintain a pipeline of qualified IT professionals for future openings.
- Support the recruitment team with administrative tasks and other duties as needed.
- Foster strong relationships with candidates and provide a positive candidate experience.
Qualifications:
- +3 years of previous experience in IT Recruitment.
- Strong understanding of IT roles: development (front, back, full-stack), testing, data engineering, cloud engineering, systems administration, etc.
- Experience working with Greenhouse ATS.
- Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
- Strong interest in IT and technology.
- Excellent communication skills both in English and Spanish.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Proficiency in using Google Workspace.
Why work for Launchpad?
- 100% remote
- People first culture
- Excellent compensation in US Dollars
- Hardware setup for working from home
- Work with global teams and prominent brands based in North America, Europe, and Asia
- Training allowances
- Personal time off (PTO) for vacations, study leave, personal time, etc.
- ...and more!
At Launchpad, we genuinely care about our people as individuals. If you are looking for a team that values growth, drive, and passion for your craft, if you’re seeking a place to achieve your goals and dreams with fairness and integrity, then you are the future of Launchpad. Launchpad is committed to fostering a diverse and representative workforce and an inclusive work environment where all employees are respected and treated equally.
Are you ready to elevate your career at Launchpad? We want to hear your story! Contact us today.
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