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Jordan Nevels

Los Angeles,,California

Summary

Professional Technical Recruiter with 7+ years experience in identifying and attracting top technical talent. Skilled in full-cycle recruiting, including sourcing, screening, and onboarding. Strong focus on collaboration, adaptability, and achieving measurable results. Known for reliability, deep understanding of industry trends, and exceptional communication abilities.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Technical Recruiter

Vaco
11.2024 - Current
  • Technology recruiter focused on Software Engineering (Frontend, Backend, Fullstack), Data Science, DevOps/SRE, Mobile Development, QA, Product Management, and Design.
  • Placed top-tier engineering and product talent at startups, mid-sized tech companies, and enterprise clients across various industries (e.g., SaaS, fintech, e-commerce, and AI).
  • Utilizing LinkedIn Recruiter to source and find tech talent throughout the US.
  • Created compelling job descriptions and employer branding campaigns to attract diverse candidates in tech, including underrepresented groups in engineering and product.
  • Sourced, vetted, and submitted qualified candidates for roles ranging from IC to executive-level (e.g., Software Engineers, Data Scientists, SREs, PMs, and Designers).

Technical Recruiter

Pindrop
10.2023 - 11.2024
  • Full-cycle technical recruiter specializied in Software Engineering, Security, and Deepfake Technology roles.
  • Successfully hired 20+ candidates across both technical and non-technical functions, supporting rapid team growth.
  • Managed an active requisition load of 6–12 positions simultaneously across multiple departments.
  • Collaborated with hiring managers to scope new roles and design tailored interview processes aligned with team goals.
  • Utilized Greenhouse (ATS/CRM) to track pipeline metrics and implement data-driven improvements to sourcing strategies and candidate experience.

Technical Recruiter

Merit
11.2021 - 06.2023
  • Led end-to-end engineering recruitment as the sole Technical Recruiter at Merit, an early-stage startup, building the foundation of the company’s technical team
  • Increased technical hires by 30% in the first year by implementing targeted sourcing strategies, optimizing online platforms, and fostering strong partnerships with hiring managers.
  • Focused on recruiting Frontend, Backend, and Fullstack Engineers, along with Product Managers and Engineering Leaders.
  • Sourced diverse technical talent using platforms like Hired, LinkedIn Recruiter, and Lever.

Technical Recruiter

SingleSprout
04.2018 - 10.2021
  • Top revenue producer in the Los Angeles office; credited with placing the highest revenue-generating hire in company history.
  • Successfully recruited top-tier talent across a wide range of technical roles, including Software Engineering (Frontend, Backend, Fullstack), Data Science, DevOps/SRE, Mobile Development, QA, Product Management, and Design.
  • Proactively sourced and engaged passive candidates using LinkedIn, GitHub, Stack Overflow, and advanced boolean search techniques.
  • Consistently met or exceeded weekly recruiting KPIs through strategic phone screens, personalized outreach campaigns, and thorough candidate interview preparation.
  • Mentored and trained junior technical recruiters, contributing to team performance and process consistency across the org.

Education

Bachelor of Arts (BA) - General Studies, Sports Management

The University of Arizona
Tucson, AZ

Skills

  • ATS: Greenhouse, Lever
  • Technical Sourcing
  • LinkedIn Recruiting
  • Talent acquisition
  • Salary negotiation

Certification

  • Product Management Professional Program, University of California San Diego Division of Extended Studies

Timeline

Technical Recruiter

Vaco
11.2024 - Current

Technical Recruiter

Pindrop
10.2023 - 11.2024

Technical Recruiter

Merit
11.2021 - 06.2023

Technical Recruiter

SingleSprout
04.2018 - 10.2021

Bachelor of Arts (BA) - General Studies, Sports Management

The University of Arizona

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