Frederick Pufahl
Tuckerton,NJ
Summary
Experienced Senior Technical Recruiter with a proven history of 9 years specializing in the recruitment of top-tier Software Engineers, Machine Learning Engineers, Data Scientists, Product Designers, DevOps Engineers, and HRIS/ERP Analysts. Adept at building strong relationships with internal stakeholders and clients to understand organizational needs and deliver strategic talent acquisition solutions. Demonstrated ability to source, attract, and keep top talent in competitive markets, resulting in successful team-building and organizational growth. Results-focused Technical Recruiter committed to client service and creative recruitment strategies. Successfully identifies and closes top industry talent.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Senior Technical Recruiter
RBC US Cash Management group
02.2023 - Current
- Provide outstanding Partnership to hiring managers to shape and best match their needs and the talent in the market
- Partner with team and other resources to identify, engage, evaluate, and recruit candidates
- Manage executive search process and engagements from inception to completion (e.g., identifying qualified external talent, managing clients, engaging candidates, providing exceptional experiences for candidates, and partnering with human resources and other stakeholders)
- Foster trust-based relationships with candidates, Gaining a close understanding of their requirements and concerns
- Working diligently with a DEI initiative
- Assessing Candidates for potential roles
- Conducting Phone Screens as well as technical assessments
- Scheduling Technical and onsite interviews.
- Developed strong relationships with hiring managers, understanding their unique needs and requirements.
- Conducted comprehensive candidate screenings to ensure proper fit for organizational culture and role requirements.
Senior Technical Recruiter
Nike Global Technology Operations (Contract)
02.2022 - Current
- Managed candidate pipelines and supported regular communication to ensure a positive candidate experience throughout the recruitment process
- Conducted in-depth technical interviews and assessments to evaluate candidates' qualifications and fit for specific roles
- Negotiated offers and facilitated the hiring process, providing guidance to both candidates and hiring managers to ensure a smooth transition from offer acceptance to onboarding
- Achievements: Served as the team lead for a dynamic recruitment unit comprising seven members, encompassing a diverse blend of contractors, full-time employees, and Statement of Work (SOW) contributors
- Successfully reduced Time-to-Fill (TTF) to an impressive 51 days, perfecting recruitment processes and ensuring timely placement of high-caliber candidates
- Led full-cycle recruitment efforts for software engineering, data science, data engineering, machine learning, AI, and cloud technology positions, collaborating closely with hiring managers to understand staffing needs and develop effective sourcing strategies
- Utilized advanced sourcing techniques, including Boolean searches, LinkedIn Recruiter, HireEZ, and GitHub, to identify and engage passive candidates with specialized skill sets
- Managed candidate pipelines and supported regular communication to ensure a positive candidate experience throughout the recruitment process
- Conducted in-depth technical interviews and assessments to evaluate candidates' qualifications and fit for specific roles
- Negotiated offers and eased the hiring process, providing guidance to both candidates and hiring managers to ensure a smooth transition from offer acceptance to onboarding
- Achievements: Successfully led the Engineering Solutions Delivery (ESD) Pooled Hiring initiative for P1 and P2 Software Engineers, serving as a key member and facilitating interviewer and Codility training for interview teams
- Served as the point of contact for any questions and concerns, ensuring a seamless and efficient hiring process
- Served as the team lead for a dynamic recruitment unit comprising seven members, encompassing a diverse blend of contractors, full-time employees, and Statement of Work (SOW) contributors
- Consistently achieved an average of 1.75 hires per week, demonstrating a strong commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives in the recruitment process
- Exceeded KPI with 56.25% diverse slates for eligible requisitions, emphasizing a commitment to diversity and inclusion in the recruitment process
- Enhanced candidate sourcing by implementing advanced search techniques and utilizing multiple platforms.
- Developed strong relationships with hiring managers, understanding their unique needs and requirements.
- Conducted comprehensive candidate screenings to ensure proper fit for organizational culture and role requirements.
- Streamlined interview scheduling for increased efficiency in the hiring process.
- Reduced time-to-hire by optimizing job postings for maximum visibility and applicant engagement.
- Negotiated competitive compensation packages on behalf of clients, securing top talent while maintaining budgetary constraints.
- Managed full-cycle recruiting processes, ensuring timely placement of top-tier candidates.
- Established a robust referral program, increasing the quality of applicants and reducing recruitment costs.
Senior Recruiter
Digital Ocean (Contract)
06.2021 - 01.2022
- Enhanced candidate pipeline by utilizing various sourcing strategies, including social media, networking events, and job postings.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of industry trends and labor market data to inform recruitment strategies accordingly.
- Conducted thorough candidate screenings, resulting in higher quality interviews and placements.
- Assisted hiring managers in creating accurate job descriptions that accurately reflected role requirements and attracted qualified applicants.
- Operated and maintained applicant tracking and candidate management systems.
Technical Recruiter
Uber
12.2017 - 06.2021
- Successfully filled numerous hard-to-source roles by utilizing creative search methods and tapping into niche networks.
- Partner with Hiring Managers for intake meetings to gain a deeper understanding of role requirements, discuss ideal candidate profile, go over sourcing strategy, and determine interview structure
- Utilize ATS systems (Greenhouse, Oracle HCM for Recruiting/HR purposes
- Extended and negotiated offers with candidates; collaborated closely with hiring managers and HRBPs in offer details while using market knowledge to consult and influence when needed
- Roles Filled: Software Engineering, Data Science/Machine Learning, Data Analytics, Product Design, Product Management, DevOps, & HRIS/ERP/CRM Enterprise Systems.
- Developed strong rapport with candidates, providing support during interviews, offer negotiations, and onboarding process.
- Streamlined recruitment processes for improved efficiency, utilizing applicant tracking systems and recruiting software.
- Increased candidate placement rates by implementing comprehensive sourcing strategies and maintaining relationships with passive talent.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Human Resources Management
Fordham University
Bronx, New York 03.2026
Skills
- Candidate assessment
- Data-driven decision-making
- Technical knowledge
- Recruitment Marketing
Certification
- SHRM-CP
- CTR
- CPSP
Military Experience
Underwater Search and Rescue Swimmer, United States Navy, Various Commands, 07/01/97, 08/01/17
Work Availability
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Work Preference
Work Type
Full TimeContract WorkWork Location
HybridRemoteImportant To Me
Company Culture401k match4-day work weekCareer advancementTeam Building / Company RetreatsHealthcare benefitsFlexible work hoursStock Options / Equity / Profit SharingWork from home optionTimeline
Senior Technical Recruiter
RBC US Cash Management group
02.2023 - Current
Senior Technical Recruiter
Nike Global Technology Operations (Contract)
02.2022 - Current
Senior Recruiter
Digital Ocean (Contract)
06.2021 - 01.2022
Technical Recruiter
Uber
12.2017 - 06.2021
Bachelor of Arts - Human Resources Management
Fordham University
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