Technical Recruiter

About the company

Ultimate Peaks Talent & Strategy is a Saudi-based executive search and HR advisory firm supporting startups, scale-ups, and technology-driven organizations across the GCC. We specialize in recruiting top technical, data, and AI talent to help companies build high-performing teams.

Role summary

The technical recruiter will source, screen, and deliver highly qualified candidates for technical roles across software engineering, data, product, and AI functions. This is a commission-only position ideal for experienced recruiters who excel in independent, results-driven work.

Key responsibilities

• Source candidates for technical roles including software engineering, data engineering, data science, AI/ML engineering, DevOps, cloud, product, and cybersecurity.
• Conduct candidate screening and evaluate technical and behavioral competencies.
• Manage the full recruitment cycle from sourcing to offer acceptance.
• Coordinate interviews and maintain clear communication with clients and candidates.
• Build and maintain a strong pipeline of technical talent.
• Utilize LinkedIn Recruiter and other sourcing platforms to attract qualified candidates.
• Track candidate activity in ATS/CRM systems.
• Collaborate with the Ultimate Peaks team to ensure timely delivery and quality of hires.

Preferred skills

• Experience recruiting in software engineering, data, AI/ML, cloud, or cybersecurity.
• Familiarity with GCC hiring practices and local employment trends.
• Strong sourcing capabilities across LinkedIn, GitHub, StackOverflow, and tech communities.
• Ability to manage multiple requisitions simultaneously.

Requirements

• 1-5+ years of experience in technical recruitment (agency or in-house).
• Strong understanding of technical roles, programming languages, and engineering stacks (e.g., JavaScript, Python, cloud, AI/ML tools).
• Proven ability to source and close high-quality candidates.
• Experience using ATS, CRM, LinkedIn Recruiter, and job boards.
• Strong communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to work independently in a target-driven environment.
• Fluency in English; Arabic is a strong advantage.
• Based in KSA or familiar with the GCC talent market.