Recruiter -China

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. DataDirect Networks (DDN) 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 is the global leader in AI and multi-cloud data management at scale. Our cutting-edge data intelligence platform is 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 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 in China. This is contract role.

You will partner closely 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 DDN China. 

Key Responsibilities:

• Source, attract, and recruit top Engineering & non-Engineering (GTM) talent across the China
• Develop and implement effective recruitment strategies
• Manage full-cycle recruitment process
• Build and maintain a strong talent pipeline
• Collaborate with hiring managers to define job requirements and evaluate candidates
• Utilize various sourcing channels, including job boards, social media, and professional networks
• Conduct initial screenings and coordinate interviews
• Negotiate job offers and assist with onboarding processes.
• Regularly manage pipeline activity, maintain data integrity, and proactively share data-driven updates with internal stakeholders to inform recruitment strategies.

Requirements:

• Must speak Chinese and English.
• Proven experience in technical recruitment, specifically for engineering roles in China
• In-depth understanding of the China job market and regional hiring practices
• Excellent knowledge of recruitment tools, applicant tracking systems, and sourcing techniques
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to understand and articulate complex technical requirements

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in the data storage, AI, or HPC industries
• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business, or related field
• 5 years of recruiting experience in the technology sector.
• 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.