IT Recruiter with German

Xebia is a global AI-first, digital transformation, and engineering partner. With over 25 years of experience and a team of 5,000 professionals across 16 countries, we help organizations design and build scalable products, platforms, and data-driven solutions. 

We specialize in Artificial Intelligence, Data and Cloud, Intelligent Automation, and Digital Products, combining deep technical expertise with a strong focus on engineering excellence and a people-first culture.  

In the CEE region, we’re a team of nearly 1,000 experts delivering modern applications, data platforms, and AI solutions for clients such as McLaren, Aviva, Deloitte, Spotify, Disney, ING, UPS, Tesco, Truecaller, AllSaints, Volotea, Schmitz Cargobull, Allegro, InPost, and many, many more. We work with leading technologies including AWS, Azure, GCP, Databricks, and Snowflake, and combine strong engineering culture with a consulting mindset and a continuous focus on growth and knowledge sharing. 

About project:

End-to-end IT recruitment and client-facing candidate coordination, with a primary focus on Germany. As an IT Recruiter focused on the DACH region, particularly Germany, you will manage the end-to-end recruitment process: from understanding hiring requirements and sourcing talent through screening, candidate presentation, client interview coordination, feedback and offer support. You will be an active, German-speaking recruitment representative of Xebia in candidate-related conversations with clients, working closely with Sales, Account Management and Delivery.

You will:

Recruitment delivery and client collaboration

• aligning role requirements with Sales, Delivery, and relevant client stakeholders, including technical skills, seniority, timelines, and candidate expectations,

• presenting shortlisted candidates and their relevant experience to DACH clients, particularly in Germany, in both German and English,

• representing Xebia professionally in recruitment-related client discussions,

• scheduling and coordinating client interviews, ensuring both parties are prepared, gathering feedback, and driving timely next steps,

• maintaining transparent communication with clients regarding candidate status and recruitment progress,

• collaborating with Sales, Account Management, and Delivery whenever commercial or delivery alignment is required,

• supporting offer communication, candidate acceptance, and handover to the relevant onboarding teams in collaboration with internal stakeholders.

Sourcing and candidate management

• identifying and engaging IT professionals across Bulgaria and Eastern Europe using LinkedIn Recruiter, job boards, professional communities, and referrals,

• building and maintaining talent pipelines for recurring IT skill sets, including Data Engineering, Cloud/DevOps, Software Engineering, and Architecture,

• conducting screening interviews and assessing technical fit in collaboration with subject-matter experts,

• validating candidate motivation, language skills, availability, and expectations,

• managing the end-to-end candidate journey, from first contact and screening through internal evaluation, client presentation, interviews, feedback, and offer acceptance,

• maintaining proactive, timely, and respectful communication throughout the recruitment process,

• ensuring a smooth candidate experience and effective handover at the point of hiring.

Process, data, and market intelligence

• maintaining accurate ATS records and providing clear updates on pipelines, candidate submissions, interview stages, and hiring progress,

• sharing relevant market insights on candidate availability, skills, and compensation trends across Bulgaria, Eastern Europe, and the DACH region,

• supporting Xebia employer branding and talent-community engagement through relevant recruitment events and channels,

• handling candidate information in accordance with GDPR requirements and Xebia recruitment policies and processes.

Your profile:

• 4+ years of experience in IT recruitment, preferably within IT consulting, staffing, nearshoring, or technology services,

• experience managing full-cycle IT recruitment, including candidate sourcing, shortlisting, stakeholder communication, and interview coordination,

• fluent German (C1 or higher) and English (C1 or higher), both written and spoken,

• confidence presenting candidate profiles and discussing recruitment progress directly with clients,

• good understanding of technical roles across Data & AI, Cloud, and Software Engineering, with the ability to discuss candidate skills credibly,

• strong sourcing and screening skills, including hands-on experience with LinkedIn Recruiter and Boolean search,

• clear communication, stakeholder management, and candidate advocacy skills,

• collaborative and service-oriented approach when working with candidates, clients, and internal teams,

• well-organized, proactive, and comfortable managing multiple recruitment processes and stakeholders in parallel.

• Work from the European Union region and a work permit are required.

Nice to have:

• experience recruiting for German clients or working with hiring teams across the DACH region,

• an established talent network across Bulgaria and wider Eastern Europe,

• experience with applicant tracking systems such as Greenhouse or comparable tools,

• additional language skills, such as Bulgarian, Polish, or Dutch.

Recruitment Process:

CV review – HR call – Interview – Client Interview – Decision