About this role
About BlueQuo
At BlueQuo, we’re building something big, a fast-growing company powered by people who love talent management, technology, and the growth world. We tackle challenges and make a real impact. We’re a 20-person startup with high energy, a collaborative mindset, and the ambition to do things right from the start.
We are looking for an experienced Mid-Senior Technical Sourcer for our client based in Cape Town, South Africa. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment and has a strong track record of sourcing high-quality technical talent across multiple disciplines.
As a strategic partner to recruiters and hiring managers, you will play a critical role in building robust talent pipelines, engaging passive candidates, and driving innovative sourcing strategies to support business growth.
As a strategic partner to recruiters and hiring managers, you will play a critical role in building robust talent pipelines, engaging passive candidates, and driving innovative sourcing strategies to support business growth.
Key Responsibilities
- Partner closely with recruiters and hiring managers to deeply understand technical hiring needs, team structures, and role requirements
- Proactively source and engage passive candidates across platforms such as LinkedIn, GitHub, Stack Overflow, and niche communities
- Design and execute advanced sourcing strategies using Boolean search, market mapping, and talent intelligence techniques
- Build and maintain strong talent pipelines for critical and future technical roles
- Conduct initial screening conversations to assess candidate fit, motivation, and alignment
- Provide market insights, including talent availability, competitor activity, and salary benchmarks
- Champion diversity sourcing initiatives and inclusive hiring practices
- Track and report on sourcing metrics and pipeline health
- Continuously refine sourcing processes and contribute to employer branding initiatives
Requirements
What We’re Looking For
- 5–7 years of experience in technical sourcing or recruitment, preferably within tech or high-growth environments
- Proven experience sourcing for a wide range of technical roles (e.g., Software Engineers, DevOps, Data Engineers, Product/Tech Specialists)
- Strong expertise in Boolean search, LinkedIn Recruiter, and other sourcing tools
- Demonstrated ability to engage and convert passive candidates
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
- Ability to operate independently and manage multiple roles simultaneously
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience working in international or distributed teams
- Familiarity with the South African and global tech talent markets
- Knowledge of technical stacks, programming languages, and modern development practices
- Experience using recruitment analytics and data to drive decisions
- Background in employer branding or talent marketing initiatives
Key Skills
- Advanced sourcing and research techniques
- Talent mapping and market intelligence
- Relationship building and candidate engagement
- Strategic thinking
- Data analysis and reporting
- Strong organizational and time management skills
Benefits
- High-impact role in a fast-growing People Tech company.
- Opportunity to shape and scale our growth strategy in international markets.
- Dynamic and collaborative environment aligned with our values.
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