Director of Talent & People Strategy – Software/Technology Remote / New York 120 – 200K Overview A growing software company is seeking a sharp, experienced Director of Talent & People Strategy to help build a new approach to hiring, developing, and retaining exceptional technical talent. As AI transforms software development, the company is rethinking how teams are structured and what makes a great hire. The focus is shifting toward highly capable, independent professionals who can take ownership of entire projects, solve complex problems, and leverage AI to deliver results. We’re looking for someone who understands the software world, knows how to recognize exceptional technical talent, and can build a recruitment and people strategy around this evolving model. This is not a traditional HR or recruitment management role. You’ll work directly with executive leadership to shape the company’s approach while remaining hands-on in sourcing, interviewing, assessing, and securing talent. The right person brings strong technical recruiting experience, excellent judgment, a valuable network, and a genuine understanding of people. Someone who knows what works but is also comfortable challenging established methods and building something new. Key Responsibilities Develop and own the strategy for attracting, assessing, recruiting, and retaining high-performing software professionals Identify candidates capable of independently owning complex projects using AI and modern development tools Build sourcing pipelines and leverage existing technical networks to attract exceptional talent Personally lead recruiting campaigns, screening, interviewing, and candidate evaluations Design effective technical assessments and interviewing processes that identify real-world problem-solving ability Evaluate technical candidates independently, bringing in subject-matter experts when needed Develop creative strategies to attract and retain talent beyond compensation alone Partner with executive leadership on workforce strategy, team structure, and evolving business needs Build and refine performance evaluation, feedback, and employee engagement practices Develop onboarding, professional development, and retention initiatives as the organization grows Continuously test, measure, and improve recruiting and people strategies Ideal Candidate Significant experience recruiting and evaluating technical talent within the software industry Strong understanding of software development, technical roles, and how AI is changing the development process Ability to assess technical capabilities, problem-solving skills, and independent execution Established network of software professionals and proven success attracting high-caliber candidates Experience building recruiting strategies and processes from the ground up , not just managing established functions Hands-on recruiter who is comfortable personally sourcing, screening, and interviewing candidates Strategic thinker with strong business judgment and the ability to influence executive decisions Excellent people skills, with a genuine passion for employee engagement, development, and retention Creative, resourceful, and willing to experiment with new approaches Strong track record of measurable recruiting and people-related achievements Comfortable in an evolving environment where strategies may need to be tested, adjusted, or completely rethought We’re looking for someone who doesn’t just know how to recruit software talent, but understands what makes people exceptional—and how to build an organization that attracts and keeps them. Send resumes to: Baila@maiplacement.com