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Lead Technical Recruiter roles qualify for EB-2 or EB-3 green card sponsorship when employers can demonstrate a genuine business need and complete PERM labor certification with the Department of Labor. Tech-focused recruiting expertise, sourcing strategy, and cross-functional hiring experience strengthen your sponsorship case at the I-140 stage.
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Job Summary:
The Senior Technical Recruiter is responsible for finding, engaging, and hiring technical and functional talent across North America (the United States, Canada, and Mexico), supporting two of Semtech’s business units as well as operations, sales, quality, and other functional groups. This is a direct-sourcing role for a recruiter who takes pride in reaching candidates that job postings alone will not, and engineering talent is at the core of the portfolio. The Senior Technical Recruiter owns requisitions from intake through offer acceptance, builds pipelines ahead of demand, and acts as a trusted advisor to hiring managers and HR Business Partners. The role operates with high autonomy and uses modern tools, including AI, to work efficiently.
Responsibilities:
- Own full-cycle recruiting for a portfolio of engineering, operations, sales, quality, and other functional requisitions across two business units in the US, Canada, and Mexico, from intake strategy through offer acceptance, while delivering a strong candidate experience.
- Source and engage passive talent directly using LinkedIn Recruiter, Boolean and X-ray search, professional networks, technical communities, and AI-enabled sourcing tools, building proactive pipelines for niche engineering roles before requisitions open.
- Partner with hiring managers, HR Business Partners, and Total Rewards to align on role priorities, hiring timelines, and market realities; prepare compensation proposals and lead offer negotiations in line with regional practices and compliance requirements in each country.
- Maintain accurate, up-to-date candidate records in the applicant tracking system, and provide regular pipeline and hiring progress updates, including the status of every open requisition, to TA leadership, business leaders, and HR Business Partners.
- Track and report key KPI metrics such as time-to-fill, offer acceptance rate, pipeline health, requisition aging, and candidate quality, using the data to sharpen sourcing strategy and improve outcomes.
- Build market intelligence on talent movement and competitor hiring, and develop relationships with universities and industry associations to support a sustainable pipeline of future talent.
Minimum Qualifications (MUST HAVES):
- Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Engineering, Business, or a related field required; equivalent experience considered
- 7+ years of technical recruiting experience required, including a proven track record hiring engineering talent end to end (hardware, software, electrical, or similar disciplines)
- Demonstrated success sourcing passive candidates directly through LinkedIn Recruiter, Boolean and X-ray search, and other channels
- Experience managing multiple requisitions at once across a mix of engineering and non-engineering functions
- Strong stakeholder management skills, with the ability to partner with engineering leaders, business leaders, and HR teams
- Experience with an applicant tracking system and reporting on recruiting metrics
- Ability to work independently and stay proactive in a remote, fast-paced environment
Desired Qualifications (STRONG PLUSES):
- Experience recruiting in the semiconductor, electronics, or broader high-tech industry
- Familiarity with technical roles such as IC design, test, hardware, and software engineering
- Experience with Workday as an applicant tracking system
- Experience recruiting across the US, Canada, and Mexico, including knowledge of regional hiring practices
- Experience recruiting for sales, quality, or operations roles in a technology or manufacturing environment
- Hands-on experience using AI tools to improve sourcing, screening, or process efficiency
- Experience with campus recruiting or building university and industry association partnerships
The intent of this job description is to describe the major duties and responsibilities performed by incumbents of this job. Incumbents may be required to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically included in this description.
All duties and responsibilities are essential job functions and requirements and are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities.
We are proud to be an EEO employer M/F/D/V. We maintain a drug-free workplace.
A reasonable estimate of the base pay range for this position is $93,000 - $145,000. There are several factors taken into consideration in determining base salary, including but not limited to: job-related qualifications, skills, education and experience, as well as job location and the value of other elements of an employee’s total compensation package. Recruiters at Semtech are also eligible to receive an annual bonus and RSUs.
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Locations:
Camarillo, CA
Irvine, CA
San Diego, CA
San Jose, CA
Job Summary:
The Senior Technical Recruiter is responsible for finding, engaging, and hiring technical and functional talent across North America (the United States, Canada, and Mexico), supporting two of Semtech’s business units as well as operations, sales, quality, and other functional groups. This is a direct-sourcing role for a recruiter who takes pride in reaching candidates that job postings alone will not, and engineering talent is at the core of the portfolio. The Senior Technical Recruiter owns requisitions from intake through offer acceptance, builds pipelines ahead of demand, and acts as a trusted advisor to hiring managers and HR Business Partners. The role operates with high autonomy and uses modern tools, including AI, to work efficiently.
Responsibilities:
- Own full-cycle recruiting for a portfolio of engineering, operations, sales, quality, and other functional requisitions across two business units in the US, Canada, and Mexico, from intake strategy through offer acceptance, while delivering a strong candidate experience.
- Source and engage passive talent directly using LinkedIn Recruiter, Boolean and X-ray search, professional networks, technical communities, and AI-enabled sourcing tools, building proactive pipelines for niche engineering roles before requisitions open.
- Partner with hiring managers, HR Business Partners, and Total Rewards to align on role priorities, hiring timelines, and market realities; prepare compensation proposals and lead offer negotiations in line with regional practices and compliance requirements in each country.
- Maintain accurate, up-to-date candidate records in the applicant tracking system, and provide regular pipeline and hiring progress updates, including the status of every open requisition, to TA leadership, business leaders, and HR Business Partners.
- Track and report key KPI metrics such as time-to-fill, offer acceptance rate, pipeline health, requisition aging, and candidate quality, using the data to sharpen sourcing strategy and improve outcomes.
- Build market intelligence on talent movement and competitor hiring, and develop relationships with universities and industry associations to support a sustainable pipeline of future talent.
Minimum Qualifications (MUST HAVES):
- Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Engineering, Business, or a related field required; equivalent experience considered
- 7+ years of technical recruiting experience required, including a proven track record hiring engineering talent end to end (hardware, software, electrical, or similar disciplines)
- Demonstrated success sourcing passive candidates directly through LinkedIn Recruiter, Boolean and X-ray search, and other channels
- Experience managing multiple requisitions at once across a mix of engineering and non-engineering functions
- Strong stakeholder management skills, with the ability to partner with engineering leaders, business leaders, and HR teams
- Experience with an applicant tracking system and reporting on recruiting metrics
- Ability to work independently and stay proactive in a remote, fast-paced environment
Desired Qualifications (STRONG PLUSES):
- Experience recruiting in the semiconductor, electronics, or broader high-tech industry
- Familiarity with technical roles such as IC design, test, hardware, and software engineering
- Experience with Workday as an applicant tracking system
- Experience recruiting across the US, Canada, and Mexico, including knowledge of regional hiring practices
- Experience recruiting for sales, quality, or operations roles in a technology or manufacturing environment
- Hands-on experience using AI tools to improve sourcing, screening, or process efficiency
- Experience with campus recruiting or building university and industry association partnerships
The intent of this job description is to describe the major duties and responsibilities performed by incumbents of this job. Incumbents may be required to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically included in this description.
All duties and responsibilities are essential job functions and requirements and are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities.
We are proud to be an EEO employer M/F/D/V. We maintain a drug-free workplace.
A reasonable estimate of the base pay range for this position is $93,000 - $145,000. There are several factors taken into consideration in determining base salary, including but not limited to: job-related qualifications, skills, education and experience, as well as job location and the value of other elements of an employee’s total compensation package. Recruiters at Semtech are also eligible to receive an annual bonus and RSUs.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Green Card Sponsorship as a Lead Technical Recruiter
Document your specialized recruiting methodology now
Compile evidence of your technical sourcing frameworks, pipeline metrics, and hiring outcomes before you apply. PERM labor certification requires your employer to show the role demands specialized skills, and your documented track record supports that case at the DOL review stage.
Target employers with active PERM filing histories
Search for Lead Technical Recruiter openings at companies that have filed PERM applications for recruiting or HR roles before. Migrate Mate surfaces employers with verified green card sponsorship histories, so you can prioritize outreach to organizations already familiar with the process.
Verify your role maps to the correct SOC code
Lead Technical Recruiter positions typically fall under Human Resources Specialists or related SOC categories. Confirm the mapping using O*NET before your employer files, because the SOC code drives the prevailing wage determination that DOL will apply to your PERM application.
Ask about EB-2 versus EB-3 classification upfront
If you hold a master's degree in HR, organizational psychology, or a related field, ask your sponsoring employer to evaluate EB-2 eligibility alongside EB-3. The classification affects your priority date queue, which matters significantly if you're a national of a high-demand country facing backlogs.
Understand the recruitment test before PERM advertising begins
PERM requires your employer to run a genuine recruitment test, including print and online job postings, to show no qualified U.S. worker was available. Prepare for this window by ensuring your role's requirements are specific and defensible, not so broad that the test produces disqualifying applicants.
Carry your priority date if you change employers mid-process
If your I-485 has been pending for at least 180 days, AC21 portability lets you move to a new employer in a same or similar occupation without restarting. A previously approved I-140 can also transfer your priority date to a new petition, protecting your place in the queue.
Green Card Lead Technical Recruiter: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Lead Technical Recruiter role qualify for EB-2 or EB-3 green card sponsorship?
Both categories can apply depending on your credentials. EB-2 covers candidates with an advanced degree or a bachelor's degree plus five years of progressive experience in technical recruiting or HR. EB-3 covers professionals with a bachelor's degree and skilled workers with at least two years of relevant experience. Your employer and immigration attorney determine the right classification based on your background and the role's requirements.
How is green card sponsorship different from H-1B sponsorship for this role?
Green card sponsorship leads to lawful permanent residence, not a temporary work status. For Lead Technical Recruiter roles, the employer must complete PERM labor certification with the Department of Labor, which includes a prevailing wage determination and a formal recruitment test, before filing an I-140 petition with USCIS. H-1B visa involves an LCA filed with DOL but no recruitment test, and status is temporary and renewable rather than permanent. Priority date backlogs can also affect green card timelines in ways H-1B does not.
How do I find employers who sponsor green cards for Lead Technical Recruiter positions?
Migrate Mate lists U.S. employers with verified green card sponsorship histories, searchable by role and location, so you can focus your applications on companies that have already navigated the PERM process for recruiting and HR positions. This saves significant time compared to cold-applying and asking about sponsorship after an offer.
What does the PERM labor certification process look like for a Lead Technical Recruiter role?
Your employer files a PERM application with the Department of Labor after completing a prevailing wage determination through the OFLC Wage Search and running a recruitment test to confirm no qualified U.S. worker was available for the position. The recruitment test involves mandatory posting steps, including print and online advertising. Once DOL certifies the PERM, your employer files an I-140 immigrant petition with USCIS. You can then apply for adjustment of status or consular processing depending on your priority date and country of birth.
Can I switch jobs after my employer starts the green card process?
You can change employers without losing your place in line under certain conditions. If your I-485 adjustment-of-status application has been pending for at least 180 days, AC21 portability allows you to move to a new employer in the same or a similar occupation. Separately, once an original I-140 was approved, that priority date can carry over to a new employer's I-140 petition, protecting your queue position even if you restart the PERM process with a new company.