Technical Recruiter (Contract)

Zscaler is a publicly traded cybersecurity company serving thousands of enterprises globally. The company operates the Zero Trust Exchange platform, a cloud-based security system distributed across more than 200 data centers worldwide that protects users, devices, and applications from cyberattacks and data loss. Zscaler is actively building an AI-native workplace where human expertise combines with machine intelligence to address complex security challenges.

The company is seeking a Technical Recruiter to join its Talent Acquisition Team for a six-month fixed contract position. You'll work hybrid from the Santa Clara headquarters, present on-site Tuesday through Thursday, and report directly to the Head of Technical Recruiting. This role focuses on identifying, engaging, and hiring strong technical talent while maintaining alignment with immediate team goals and inclusive hiring standards.

What you'll do

• Manage complete recruiting cycles for technical positions, from initial candidate identification through offer negotiation and closure, while maintaining a consistently positive experience at every stage.

• Work closely with hiring managers and leadership to develop customized recruitment strategies that support immediate organizational priorities.

• Independently shepherd hiring teams from recruitment planning meetings through final offer stages with minimal oversight.

• Advance inclusive hiring practices with attention to both speed and thoughtful execution.

• Build and maintain quality candidate pipelines using strategic sourcing methods across multiple technical searches in a competitive market.

What you'll bring

• Four or more years of full-cycle technical recruiting experience, ideally in-house with enterprise software, cloud infrastructure, or cybersecurity companies.

• Hands-on proficiency with strategic sourcing tools including LinkedIn Recruiter, SeekOut, and niche technical communities, plus advanced search methodologies.

• Demonstrated ability to partner effectively with hiring managers and cross-functional teams to drive candidate searches and close roles quickly.

• Strong capability to generate interest in technical opportunities while delivering responsive, candidate-centered service.

• Demonstrated comfort with AI tools and a track record of incorporating new technologies into daily problem-solving workflows.

• Bachelor's degree in a related field or equivalent professional experience and training.

Nice to have

• Proven use of AI-powered sourcing tools, talent intelligence platforms, or automated pipeline acceleration workflows.

• Prior recruiting experience in software engineering, distributed systems, AI/ML engineering, data science, or security research.

• Experience building diverse talent pipelines through structured, inclusive hiring practices.

• Success operating in both rapid-growth and mature enterprise environments.

What they offer

• Base pay range of $65,000 to $75,000 USD annually.