Roar Global is a platform services company that operates across media sales, content production, team augmentation, and digital consultancy. We empower brands to unlock their growth potential on digital platforms.

Through our brands Roar AdX and 3P Media, we help businesses buy ads on platforms better. We represent industry leaders such as Meta, LinkedIn, and Google in emerging markets, providing strategic consultation and support to 5,000+ clients.

Roar Media specialises in creating platform-specific digital content, tailored to the distinct formats and winning formulas of each platform. With over a decade of experience, we have worked with 300+ global clients.

Roar Apex connects businesses with the top 1% of APAC-based growth marketers and engineers who have expertise in digital platforms.

We have offices in Sri Lanka, Bangladesh, Australia, Laos, Brunei, and Singapore, and are proud to be ranked as one of 50 Best Workplaces™ as well as one of 15 Best Workplaces™ for Millennials in Sri Lanka by Great Place to Work®.

About the Role:

We are looking for an experienced Talent Acquisition Specialist focused in Technical Recruiting to join our dynamic team. This role is crucial in helping us attract and hire top-tier technical talent, particularly for software development, IT, and engineering roles. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in technical recruitment, excellent sourcing skills, and the ability to work closely with hiring managers to meet staffing needs.

Responsibilities:

• Technical Recruitment: Manage the full-cycle recruitment process for technical roles, including software developers, engineers, data scientists, and IT professionals.

• Sourcing & Pipeline Management: Proactively source candidates using various channels, such as LinkedIn, GitHub, Stack Overflow, and niche job boards.

• Collaboration: Work closely with hiring managers to understand the specific technical skill sets required for each role, ensuring alignment with recruitment strategies.

• Screening & Interviewing: Conduct initial candidate screenings to assess technical capabilities and cultural fit. Coordinate and participate in technical interviews with relevant stakeholders.

• Employer Branding: Promote the company’s employer brand and technical opportunities on various platforms to attract high-quality talent.

• Data-Driven Recruitment: Utilise data and metrics to monitor and improve recruitment efficiency, candidate experience, and time-to-hire.

• Candidate Management: Maintain strong relationships with candidates through timely communication, ensuring a positive candidate experience from initial contact to onboarding.

• Recruitment Tools & ATS: Utilise Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) and other recruitment tools to manage candidate pipelines effectively.

Requirements:

• Experience: Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in technical recruitment, with a focus on hiring software developers, engineers, and other technical professionals.

• Technical Skills: Familiarity with programming languages, software development methodologies, and technical tools to effectively screen and communicate with candidates.

• Sourcing Expertise: Strong experience in leveraging various sourcing platforms (LinkedIn Recruiter, GitHub, Stack Overflow, etc.) to find and attract top technical talent.

• Recruitment Tools: Proficient in using Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS), CRM tools, and other recruitment technologies.

• Interpersonal Skills: Excellent communication, relationship-building, and stakeholder management skills. Ability to influence hiring managers and provide consultative advice.

• Attention to Detail: Strong organisational skills, with the ability to manage multiple requisitions at different stages.

• Data-Driven Mindset: Experience in utilising recruitment data and analytics to optimise processes and decision-making.

• Adaptability: Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment, managing multiple priorities with ease.

Perks:

• A spacious office in the heart of Colombo, with an endless supply of tea, coffee, Nescafe and snacks
• An open-minded team that hails from different backgrounds (we don’t discriminate on the grounds of ethnicity, religion, gender or sexuality – all are welcome!)
• Complimentary lunch on all working days
• Monthly team activities, team trips and yearly outbound training trips
• The opportunity to travel across Sri Lanka and meet interesting people from around the world
• An attractive remuneration package

Application process:

At Roar Global, we’re selective about our team, aiming for the top 1% of talent in the industry. Our recruitment process is thorough, focusing on excellence and innovation. Only short-listed candidates will be contacted for further consideration. We appreciate the time and effort all applicants put in.

We are an equal-opportunity employer:

Roar Global is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds, and our hiring decisions are based on merit, qualifications, and business needs. We value diversity and believe it contributes to a more enriching work environment.

If you find this opportunity appealing, please submit your résumé and a portfolio showcasing your relevant work and information on two professional references. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds and experiences.