Sourcer/Recruiter

DDN Storage is seeking great candidates to join our dynamic team of passionate customer-enabling technologists!

This is an incredible opportunity to be part of a company that has been at the forefront of AI and high-performance data storage innovation for over two decades. DDN Storage is a global market leader renowned for powering many of the world's most demanding AI data centers, in industries ranging from life sciences and healthcare to financial services, autonomous cars, Government, academia, research and manufacturing.

"DDN's A3I solutions are transforming the landscape of AI infrastructure." – IDC

“The real differentiator is DDN. I never hesitate to recommend DDN. DDN is the de facto name for AI Storage in high performance environments” - ~ Marc Hamilton VP, Solutions Architecture & Engineering | NVIDIA

DDN Storage is the global leader in AI and multi-cloud data management at scale. Our cutting-edge storage and data management solutions are designed to accelerate AI workloads, enabling organizations to extract maximum value from their data. With a proven track record of performance, reliability, and scalability, DDN Storage empowers businesses to tackle the most challenging AI and data-intensive workloads with confidence.

Our success is driven by our unwavering commitment to innovation, customer-centricity, and a team of passionate professionals who bring their expertise and dedication to every project. This is a chance to make a significant impact at a company that is shaping the future of AI and data management.

Our commitment to innovation, customer success, and market leadership makes this an exciting and rewarding role for a driven professional looking to make a lasting impact in the world of AI and data storage.

As a Recruiter/Talent Sourcer at DDN, you will play a critical role in identifying and engaging top-tier talent to meet our growing needs. You will partner closely with our recruiting team and hiring managers to build a strong pipeline of candidates for various technical and non-technical roles. Your proactive approach and deep understanding of the talent landscape will be essential in finding the best talent for DataDirect Networks.This is a remote contract position.

Key Responsibilities:

• Talent Sourcing & Research:

  • Utilize various sourcing channels, including social media, job boards, and networking platforms, to identify potential candidates.
  • Develop and execute creative sourcing strategies to build a pipeline of high-quality candidates.
  • Conduct market research to identify trends and insights in the talent landscape.

• Candidate Engagement:

  • Engage with passive candidates through targeted outreach and personalized communication.
  • Build and maintain relationships with candidates to create a positive candidate experience.
  • Maintain a network of potential candidates for future openings.

• Collaboration:

  • Partner with recruiters and hiring managers to understand job requirements and develop sourcing strategies.
  • Provide regular updates on sourcing progress and candidate pipeline status.
  • Assist in screening and qualifying candidates to ensure they meet the required skills and qualifications.

• Data Management & Reporting:

  • Track and manage candidate information using our applicant tracking system (ATS).
  • Analyze sourcing metrics and provide insights to improve sourcing effectiveness.
  • Maintain accurate records of candidate interactions and sourcing activities.

Qualifications:

• Proven experience as a Talent Sourcer, Recruiter, or similar role in the technology or data storage industry.
• Strong understanding of sourcing techniques and tools, including LinkedIn Recruiter, job boards, and social media platforms.
• Minimum of 4 years of engineering recruitment experience.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to engage and influence candidates.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple sourcing projects simultaneously.
• Familiarity with applicant tracking systems (ATS) such as iCIMS and other HR software.
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills and the ability to maintain accurate records.
• Passion for staying updated with industry trends and best practices in talent sourcing.
• Experience working in a fast-paced, high-growth technology environment

DDN has a very strong orientation towards these 4 characteristics and any successful employee will demonstrate these capabilities: 

Self-Starter - Takes independent action to identify and solve problems. Seeks out relevant information needed to make decisions. Gets involved with new initiatives. 

Success/Achievement Orientation - Delivers quality results consistently. Targets, achieves (or exceeds) measurable results. Sets challenging goals, focuses on critical priorities, and is accountable. 

Problem Solving - Recognizes problems and responds with a systematic assessment that identifies and addresses cause of issue. Practical, realistic, and resourceful. 

Innovative - Builds and improves key business processes that enhance the effectiveness of DDN. Generates new ideas, challenges the status quo, and solves problems creatively.

DataDirect Networks, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, gender expression, transgender, sex stereotyping, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, protected Veteran Status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

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