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Technical Sourcer (Games-WesternHemisphere)- Contingent Contract
Location
California
Posted
106 days ago
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Seniority
Mid Level
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Technical Sourcer (Games-WesternHemisphere)- Contingent Contract
Side
About the Company Side is a global video game development and services provider, offering technical and creative solutions to many of the largest developers and studios around the world. Founded in 2009 and drawing on 30+ years' experience from our parent company in Japan, Side has since grown to become a global force with 15+ studios in over a dozen countries across North America, Europe, South America, and Asia. Our industry-leading services include game development, art production, audio production, quality assurance, localization, localization QA, player support, community management, and datasets. About the Role As a Technical Sourcer (Western Hemisphere), you will support Side’s global gaming & codev hiring efforts with a primary focus on LATAM, Canada and US Regions. This is a fully remote, contract-based role designed for a sourcing specialist rather than a full-cycle recruiter. You will be responsible for identifying, engaging, and screening technical game development talent across a wide range of disciplines, before handing qualified candidates off to the recruiting team for full lifecycle management. If you are highly skilled at precision sourcing, talent mapping, and early-stage technical screening within the games industry, this role is for you. Key Responsibilities Technical Sourcing & Talent Mapping - Proactively source game development talent across AMERICAS and LATAM regions - Build and maintain pipelines across the full spectrum of game development roles, including: - Engineering (gameplay, engine, tools, UI, AI, etc.) - Art (character, environment, concept, VFX, technical art) - Animation and Technical Animation - Game Design (systems, level, narrative, UX) - Production and other specialized disciplines - Execute advanced Boolean searches and targeted sourcing strategies across LinkedIn, ATS platforms, portfolios, and online communities - Identify and engage passive candidates aligned with Side’s co-development and studio support needs Screening & Candidate Qualification - Conduct initial candidate screening to assess technical alignment, experience, availability, and interest - Evaluate candidate fit against role requirements prior to handoff - Prepare clear, structured candidate summaries for recruiter handoff - Ensure a smooth transition of qualified candidates into the recruitment process Pipeline Management - Develop and maintain long-term talent pipelines for current and future hiring needs - Track, update, and maintain candidate records accurately and on time within internal systems - Partner closely with recruiters to prioritize pipelines based on project timelines and hiring demand Stakeholder Collaboration - Collaborate with recruiters to understand role requirements, technical nuances, and hiring priorities - Provide insights on regional talent availability, market conditions, and sourcing challenges across North Americas and Latin America - Support hiring strategy through proactive sourcing recommendations Market Intelligence & Process - Monitor hiring trends, talent movement, and regional nuances within local gaming markets - Contribute to continuous improvement of sourcing strategies, tools, and documentation - Ensure a professional, inclusive, and compliant candidate outreach experience Working Conditions - Contract role - Fully remote - Western Hemisphere focus (US, Canada, Latin America) - Application must be submitted in English
Job Requirements
- Qualifications Required:
- 3+ years of experience as a technical sourcer or recruiter with a strong sourcing focus
- Proven experience sourcing for game development roles
- Experience sourcing talent across Western Hemisphere regions
- Strong understanding of the full range of game development disciplines and roles
- Advanced Boolean or Xray search and sourcing techniques
- Experience conducting early-stage candidate screening
- Excellent written communication skills in English and French
- Preferred Qualifications:
- Background in or strong understanding of game development lifecycles and outsourced production models.
- Co-development or agency hiring experience
- Familiarity with tools like LinkedIn Talent Insights, TestGorilla, or HireRight
- Experience working with globally distributed recruiting teams
- Experience supporting contract or project-based hiring models
Benefits
- What We Offer:
- You will be working for the pre-eminent global provider of specialist services to the games industry, supporting some of the biggest game clients, titles, projects, and technologies in the world.
- Competitive compensation based on experience and region.
- Remote first studio with flexible hours for contractors.
- Side offers a collaborative, inclusive, and globally diverse work environment, with opportunities to learn, grow, and contribute to meaningful game development projects. We are committed to fostering a workplace inclusive of LGBTQ+, all ages, ethnicities, religions, and abilities, with a strong focus on employee well-being
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