Job Title: Sourcing SpecialistJob Description

The Talent Acquisition Sourcer will focus on identifying, engaging, and pre-qualifying top talent for mission-critical IT roles across the enterprise. This role requires leveraging proactive sourcing strategies, market insights, and data-driven approaches to build strong pipelines for hard-to-fill technical positions, including software engineering, infrastructure, cybersecurity, data analytics, DevOps, and IT leadership.

ResponsibilitiesBuild robust candidate pipelines for IT roles at all levels using direct sourcing, Boolean search, social recruiting, referrals, and external communities.Map tech talent markets to understand skill availability, competitive benchmarks, compensation trends, and proactive pipelines for future needs.Maintain and manage talent pools in ATS (e.g., Workday) to support ongoing requisitions and future demand.Initiate outreach to passive and active tech professionals via LinkedIn, GitHub, Stack Overflow, Slack communities, and networking events.Develop compelling outreach messaging tailored to IT personas and the employer brand.Screen, assess, and evaluate candidates' technical experience and cultural fit prior to submission.Provide market insights and regular updates on pipeline health, challenges, and competitor activity.Support interview scheduling, data tracking, and candidate feedback loops to ensure efficient process flow.Continuously refine sourcing strategies based on analytics, feedback, and evolving hiring needs.Contribute to employer branding initiatives focused on IT talent attraction, including events, digital content, and coding bootcamp partnerships.Essential Skills3+ years of technical sourcing experience in a fast-paced, high-volume environment (agency, corporate, or RPO) with demonstrated success in IT/technology roles.Strong understanding of tech roles and competencies (software development, cloud, cybersecurity, infrastructure, data).Advanced Boolean search and sourcing tool proficiency (LinkedIn Recruiter, GitHub, ATS, job boards).Excellent communication, candidate engagement, and stakeholder management skills.Ability to multitask and work in a fast-paced environment with changing priorities.Additional Skills & QualificationsExperience working west coast hours (8-5 PT).Experience participating in two rounds of interviews.Work Environment

This position is fully remote, allowing you to work from the comfort of your own space while adhering to west coast hours (8-5 PT).

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Los Angeles, CA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $25.00 - $28.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully remote position.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Feb 10, 2026.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.