Senior Tech Talent Acquisition Specialist

DataSnipper

Senior Tech Talent Acquisition Specialist responsible for managing technical recruitment lifecycle at DataSnipper. Working closely with engineering and product teams in a hybrid environment.

Posted 5/18/2026full-timeAmsterdam • 🇳🇱 NetherlandsSeniorWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Manage and execute the full recruitment lifecycle for technical roles across Product and Engineering - from intake to offer - delivering a fast, high-quality, and candidate-centric experience.
Partner closely with hiring managers and senior engineering/product leaders to shape hiring strategy, calibrate candidate quality, and drive efficient decision-making throughout the process.
Execute on targeted sourcing strategies to build strong, diverse pipelines; leveraging Boolean search, LinkedIn Recruiter, talent networks, and community-based sourcing.
Drive proactive outreach and headhunting to engage passive talent, using a compelling and personalised approach that reflects the DataSnipper brand.
Conduct structured screening and assessment processes, providing clear and data-informed recommendations to hiring teams.
Guide candidates through the entire process, ensuring a great experience at every touchpoint.
Manage offer negotiations - structuring competitive packages, handling counteroffers, and closing candidates effectively.
Contribute to and execute on the talent strategy for tech hiring in collaboration with the TA team and key stakeholders; including sourcing channels and interview frameworks.
Track and analyse recruitment metrics to identify areas for improvement and share progress with the team.
Actively use AI tools throughout the recruitment workflow - from sourcing and outreach to candidate evaluation - to work efficiently and at scale.
Support broader TA team initiatives such as employer branding, process improvement, and interview enablement for hiring managers.

Requirements

What you’ll need

5+ years of experience in talent acquisition, with a strong focus on technical recruitment (software engineering, product management, and related functions).
A solid understanding of engineering disciplines - you can assess technical backgrounds credibly and have effective conversations with engineers and engineering leaders.
A strong and active network of technical talent you can tap into from day one.
Proven experience managing full-cycle recruitment processes in a fast-paced, high-growth environment.
Strong relationship-building skills - you're confident and credible when working with hiring managers and engineering leaders at various levels.
Experience managing offer negotiations and closing technical candidates.
Organised and structured in your approach - you're able to manage multiple open roles simultaneously while keeping quality and candidate experience high.
Comfortable using AI tools in your day-to-day workflow (e.g. for sourcing, outreach, screening, or process automation) and always looking for smarter ways to work.
Adaptable and resilient - you adjust quickly to changing priorities and manage your workload effectively in a fast-moving environment.
Data-driven approach to recruitment - you track the right metrics and use insights to continuously improve.
A proactive, can-do attitude - you take initiative and get things done without waiting for perfect conditions.
Experience working in a tech scale-up or high-growth SaaS environment is a strong plus.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Equity (Stock Appreciation Rights) to share the company's success and growth
Pension plan with a 6% contribution on top of your base salary
28 vacation days per year (full-time) to support your work-life balance
Hybrid work model with at least 3 days onsite in our Amsterdam office
Daily, freshly prepared lunches by our in-house chef to keep you energized
NS business card for easy commuting to the office
Engage with a vibrant international team spread across seven global offices
Company-wide events like DataSnipper GO where global teams come together
Access to OpenUp, a mental health and wellness platform supporting your wellbeing
Friday drinks and various social activities are designed for team bonding and fun
The autonomy to shape how we hire - this isn't a box-ticking role, it's one where your ideas and expertise genuinely move the needle.

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Hard Skills & Tools

talent acquisitiontechnical recruitmentfull-cycle recruitmentoffer negotiationscandidate assessmentBoolean searchsourcing strategiesdata-driven recruitmentmetrics trackingcommunity-based sourcing

Soft Skills

relationship-buildingorganisedadaptableresilientproactivecandidate-centriceffective communicationinitiativecollaborationcredibility