Technical Recruiter

Team: Human Resource

Location: Bengaluru; for projects across India

Mode: Hybrid

About Kamakhya Analytics:

Our company is a technology-driven research and consulting organisation helping leaders, parties, and institutions decode India's political and policy landscape. We bring together survey science, data analytics, and strategic insight to answer complex questions about public opinion, governance, and performance. From ground-level fieldwork to advanced modelling and interpretation, every project is built for clarity, accuracy, and impact. Our teams manage the complete research cycle: design, execution, data engineering, and delivery under a single framework of discipline, transparency, and speed. Quality and integrity define our work. We apply rigorous controls in sampling and verification, maintain secure and reproducible data systems, and communicate results that withstand scrutiny. Our mission is simple: turn evidence into strategy and insight into action.

About the Role:

We are looking for a Technical Recruiter who will be the driving force behind building and scaling our tech and analytics teams. Your role is to identify, attract, and onboard the best technical talent—from data engineers and software developers to analytics professionals—who can help power Kamakhya's data and technology-led operations. You won't just fill positions; you'll help shape the organization's technical foundation.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and publish compelling job postings for technical roles across relevant job boards and hiring platforms, ensuring optimal visibility and candidate reach.
• Screen and evaluate candidate profiles by reviewing resumes, conducting initial telephonic/virtual screenings, and assessing suitability for technical positions.
• Assess candidates technical competencies through structured interviews, technical assessments, and reference checks, in collaboration with technical stakeholders.
• Coordinate and manage end-to-end interview processes, including scheduling and facilitating technical and behavioral interviews.
• Deliver a positive candidate experience by maintaining clear communication, sharing timely updates, addressing queries, and providing constructive feedback throughout the hiring lifecycle.
• Partner closely with hiring managers and technical teams to understand workforce requirements, role expectations, and team dynamics, ensuring alignment with business goals.
• Build and maintain a strong talent pipeline for current and future technical hiring needs through proactive sourcing and relationship management.
• Support offer preparation and negotiations, ensuring alignment with internal compensation frameworks and market benchmarks.
• Stay up to date with industry trends, emerging technologies, and market dynamics to effectively understand the evolving talent landscape and provide informed hiring recommendations.

Required Experience & Skills:

• 6–9 years of experience as an end-to-end IT Recruiter.
• Must-have technical hiring exposure.
• Proficiency in MS Excel or Google Sheets (for maintaining trackers, reports, and analytics).
• Strong expertise in sourcing and screening across multiple job portals.
• Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills.
• Strong stakeholder management and communication skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
• Adaptability to transition and take on greater responsibilities post-confirmation.

Good to Have Skills:

• Bachelor's Degree or Master's in an HR-related field.
• Prior experience managing the end-to-end recruitment cycle, salary negotiations, internship programs, and fresh graduate hiring.
• Comfortable working with deadlines and ensuring accurate, up-to-date hiring data.
• Understanding of HR tools or ATS platforms.
• Basic knowledge of politics and the nature of India's democracy.
• Good communication skills.
• Openness to travel as needed.

How to Apply:

If you're a professional looking for a high-impact challenge and interested in joining a team of like-minded, motivated individuals who think strategically, act decisively, and get things done, drop an email to [Confidential Information] with the subject line: Tech Recruiter.