Sr. TA Specialist – Technical Sales (Contract)

F5•San Jose, CA

2d•Hybrid

About The Position

We're seeking an experienced Sr. Talent Acquisition Specialist on a contract basis to lead full-cycle recruitment exclusively focused on Technical Sales talent. You'll partner closely with Sales and GTM hiring managers, build robust pipelines of high-performing sales professionals, and help us secure top technical sales talent in highly competitive markets.

Requirements

5–10 years of full-cycle recruiting experience, with significant focus on Technical Sales hiring (SaaS, Cloud, Hardware, or similar tech environments preferred)
Proven track record sourcing and closing high-caliber Technical Sales professionals across a variety of levels and specializations
Deep understanding of Technical Sales roles, career paths, and what motivates top sales talent
Strong proficiency in sourcing tools including LinkedIn Recruiter, Boolean search, and sales-specific talent platforms
Excellent communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills with both candidates and senior Sales leadership
Experience with applicant tracking systems (Greenhouse, Lever, Workday, or similar)
Ability to manage multiple requisitions simultaneously while meeting aggressive hiring timelines
Data-driven mindset with a strong focus on pipeline metrics, time-to-fill, and offer acceptance rates

Responsibilities

Manage end-to-end recruitment for Technical Sales roles, including Solutions Engineers, Account Executives, Account Managers, and Business Development Representatives
Develop creative, targeted sourcing strategies to engage passive Technical Sales talent using LinkedIn, direct outreach, referrals, industry communities, and other channels
Partner with Sales and GTM hiring managers to deeply understand role requirements, territory needs, and ideal candidate profiles
Provide strategic guidance on technical sales talent market trends, compensation benchmarking, and competitive intelligence
Conduct behavioral and competency-based interviews to assess both technical aptitude and sales acumen, as well as cultural fit
Negotiate competitive offers and deliver an exceptional candidate experience from first touchpoint through onboarding
Continuously improve Technical Sales recruiting processes and contribute best practices to the broader Talent Acquisition team
Maintain accurate ATS documentation and deliver regular pipeline reporting and hiring metrics to stakeholders