the Role :
We are seeking a Senior Talent Acquisition Specialist to drive high-impact hiring initiatives across the Semiconductor, Automotive, IoT, Embedded Systems, and Smart Device engineering domains. This is a strategic, fast-paced, and stakeholder-intensive role that requires deep understanding of complex technical skill sets and the ability to manage end-to-end hiring cycles for niche engineering talent.
The ideal candidate brings strong experience in domestic technical recruitment, exceptional stakeholder management, and the capability to build high-quality talent pipelines for critical engineering positions.
Key Hiring & Delivery Management
- Lead the full-cycle recruitment process for specialized engineering roles including Embedded Systems, Connectivity (Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, GNSS), Firmware Development, Automotive ECU / Diagnostics, Device Drivers, and IoT Engineering.
- Engage with delivery managers and business leaders to understand workforce planning, hiring forecasts, project priorities, and capability requirements.
- Translate technical job descriptions into effective sourcing strategies aligned with business timelines and talent availability in the domestic market.
Talent Sourcing & Market Intelligence
Develop multi-channel sourcing strategies using Naukri, LinkedIn, Indeed, referrals, internal databases, and targeted networking.Build and maintain high-quality candidate pipelines across semiconductor, automotive, and IoT domains.Conduct technical screening to evaluate skill relevance, domain exposure, project complexity, and suitability for specific roles.Provide insights on talent availability, compensation benchmarks, competitor hiring patterns, and emerging niche skills within the engineering ecosystem.Stakeholder Management & Candidate Experience
Partner closely with hiring managers, technical interview panels, and leadership teams to ensure alignment on recruitment priorities.Manage interview logistics, selection processes, and candidate progression with high accuracy and speed.Ensure a premium candidate experience by maintaining consistent engagement, effectively managing objections, and minimizing drop-offs.Collaborate with HR operations to ensure seamless offer rollout and onboarding coordination.Reporting & Process Excellence
Publish structured daily / weekly hiring dashboards, pipeline progress reports, and SLA adherence metrics.Ensure compliance with internal recruitment standards, documentation practices, and ATS workflows.Continuously optimize sourcing processes, evaluation methods, and conversion strategies.Required Skills & Experience :
2-8 years of experience as a Domestic Technical Recruiter with strong exposure to engineering and R&D hiring.Proven experience hiring for Embedded, Connectivity, Firmware, Semiconductor, Automotive, and IoT technologies.Strong understanding of technical concepts such as C / C++, RTOS, Linux kernel, BSP, BLE / Wi-Fi stacks, embedded protocols, ECU systems, and system-level software.Expertise in sourcing platforms : Naukri, LinkedIn Recruiter, Indeed, ATS systems, and specialized talent networks.Strong negotiation skills, communication capabilities, and the ability to influence stakeholders at multiple levels.Demonstrated ability to meet aggressive hiring targets within fast-paced project delivery environments.(ref : iimjobs.com)