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 and matching them with suitable engineers. The Matching Specialist will need to have a wide knowledge and hands-on experience in technology, as well as an understanding of the engineering lifecycle. Responsibilities include handling open jobs, updating systems, collaborating with different teams, and ensuring data accuracy. The ideal candidate should be highly organized, flexible, and comfortable working in a fast-paced 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

• 4+ years of experience working in software development, technology consulting, or technical product/project management
• Understanding of the entire SDLC/ADLC in different areas of Technology
• Familiarity with technology concepts including, but not limited to: 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 professional work environment
• Prohibition of discriminatory practices
• Inclusive and diverse community