Engineering Matching Specialist

Andela is seeking a Matching Specialist to join their SMB/Enterprise team within the Engineering Vertical. This role involves connecting clients with the best engineers in Andela's talent network by gathering client requirements, identifying qualified engineers, and facilitating the matching process. The Matching Specialist should have a strong knowledge of technology and engineering concepts, as well as the ability to advise clients on hiring strategies and provide guidance on different solutions. This position requires strong organizational skills, the ability to navigate ambiguity, and the flexibility to work in a fast-paced, cross-cultural environment.

• Be responsible for the entire Matching Process from gathering requirements to placing an engineer on the job
• Understand customer’s needs and be able to effectively craft and convey the best solution that fits their unique needs, including advising on likely resourcing strategies, expected timelines, and any talent-related constraints
• Translate business and functional requirements from clients into documented technical specifications to aid in matching clients with the appropriate engineers
• Own resourcing logistics and matchmaking, while providing insight into the process to relevant teams
• Provide transparency on the availability of our engineers to revenue-driving teams and collaborate closely with recruiters to proactively bolster available talent with in-demand skills
• When talent supply is unavailable, partner with recruiting team to strategize the best solution
• Develop a deep understanding of engineers currently available, including their technical abilities, prior industry experience, and growth desires
• Ensure 100% data accuracy in Andela’s systems around engineer profiles, availability, and engagements
• Conduct informational and pre-vetting sessions with engineers concerning the placement and resourcing process
• Perform activities related to supporting customer accounts, and engagements including preparation, onboarding, delivery management
• Actively participate in driving growth to Andela’s network and customer accounts
• Take part in creating and improving the team’s processes, policies, platform support
• Maintain deep awareness of trends in software development and standard methodologies in distributed work

• Experience in software development, technology consulting, or technical product/project management (4+ years)
• Understanding of the entire SDLC/ADLC in different areas of Technology
• Familiarity with technology concepts including cloud computing, mobile, applications design/development/hosting, DevOps, IoT, databases, analytics, machine learning, algorithms
• Four-year degree from an accredited university, preferably in Business, Operations, Engineering, or Computer Science

• Fully remote work culture
• Bring your own device stipend
• Flexible working hours
• Equity as part of compensation package
• Healthcare and 401k (US only)
• Andela Affinity Groups
• Growth and development paths
• Generous Paid Time Off, Parental Leave, Compassionate Leave
• Reimagined global benefits at Andela
• Equal employment opportunities and workplace
• Respectful and inclusive work environment
• Prohibition of discriminatory practices
• Harassment-free workplace
• Acceptance of all individuals, regardless of background or orientation