Talent Sourcer

JOB TITLE: Talent Sourcer

LOCATION: Austin, TX

DURATION: 6 Months

PAY RANGE: $45 - $75/hr.

TOP 3 SKILLS:

5+ years of sourcing or recruiting experience, including at least 2+ years supporting semiconductor R&D, hardware engineering, or silicon engineering roles (GPU, SoC, RTL, Design Verification, Physical Design, Architecture).

Proven experience sourcing passive semiconductor talent across competitive markets using Boolean search, talent mapping, market research, LinkedIn Recruiter, and ATS platforms.

Demonstrated success filling or supporting searches for highly technical roles in semiconductor engineering functions (e.g., GPU, SoC, RTL, DV, physical design).

Company:

Our client is a global technology leader known for its innovative consumer electronics, mobile devices, and cutting-edge semiconductor solutions.

Job Description:

We are seeking a strategic and highly skilled Talent Sourcer to join our client, and identify and engage top-tier engineering talent across GPU and SoC development domains.

This position owns proactive talent mapping and pipeline development for complex, hard-to-fill technical searches, partnering closely with recruiters and hiring managers to shape recruitment strategy and influence outcomes. The ideal candidate brings strong semiconductor market insight, a creative and data-driven sourcing approach beyond traditional techniques, and the ability to engage highly experienced, passive engineering talent.

Key Responsibilities:

Own full sourcing strategy and execution for complex semiconductor R&D roles by defining target profiles, building high-quality pipelines, and aligning to hiring priorities across various GPU, SoC, and system-level engineering teams.

Leverage advanced sourcing techniques, including Boolean search, talent mapping, and market intelligence, to identify and engage passive candidates across GPU, CPU, NPU, RTL, Design Verification, Physical Design, Performance/Power, and Architecture.

Identify, engage, and influence top engineering talent through tailored outreach and compelling storytelling leveraging recruitment marketing assets and social platforms to proactively position SARC/ACL and strengthen brand presence in highly competitive markets beyond active requisitions.

Collaborate closely with recruiters and hiring managers to calibrate searches, provide real-time market insights, and continuously refine strategy to improve efficiency and hiring outcomes.

Requirements:

5+ years of sourcing or recruiting experience, with 2+ years supporting semiconductor R&D, hardware engineering, or related technical roles.

Proven experience sourcing for GPU, SoC, Architecture, RTL, Design Verification, Physical Design, or related silicon engineering functions.

Demonstrated success in identifying and engaging passive talent in competitive semiconductor markets.

Advanced expertise in Boolean search, talent mapping, and market research.

Hands-on experience with LinkedIn Recruiter, ATS platforms, and other sourcing tools.

Strong understanding of semiconductor talent landscapes and key competitors.

Proven ability to influence and

sell

opportunities to highly experienced technical talent.

Excellent communication, organization, and collaboration skills, with the ability to navigate ambiguity in a fast-paced, global environment.

BENEFITS SUMMARY:

Individual compensation is determined by skills, qualifications, experience, and location. Compensation details listed in this posting reflect the base hourly rate or annual salary only, unless otherwise stated. In addition to base compensation, full-time roles are eligible for Medical, Dental, Vision, Commuter and 401K benefits with company matching.

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