Principal TA Systems Architect

About the role

For our client, we are seeking a Principal TA Systems Architect to join the team of a leader in the Enterprise Technology space. This role will shape the architecture and administration of the talent acquisition systems environment, with a focus on reliability, scalability, and strong data governance. You will partner closely with TA, People, IT, and Security stakeholders to ensure recruiting workflows are well supported and integrated across the broader HR technology ecosystem. The position will also drive roadmap planning, change management, and process improvements that help the recruiting function operate more efficiently and effectively.

Location: Remote - US based candidates only, no visa sponsorship available

Responsibilities

• Own the talent acquisition technology stack, serving as the primary administrator for key systems and recruiting platforms
• Manage the integration layer between TA systems and the broader People technology stack, ensuring seamless data flow
• Triage and resolve system issues, maintaining a responsive feedback loop with users
• Implement change management practices, including sandbox testing and user communications
• Collaborate with TA teams to identify process breakdowns and develop system solutions
• Work with IT and Security to ensure compliance and data integrity across systems
• Develop and maintain a multi-quarter TA systems roadmap, prioritizing initiatives based on business impact

Qualifications

• 5+ years in HR or TA systems, with hands-on ownership of an ATS at scale, preferably Greenhouse
• Experience gathering business requirements and translating them into technical solutions
• Deep administrative expertise in at least one core recruiting platform, with the ability to learn new systems quickly
• Technical fluency with REST APIs, webhooks, and JSON; familiarity with middleware tools like Workato or Zapier
• Experience integrating ATS and HRIS systems and understanding downstream recruiting data flows
• Proven vendor management experience, including renewals and escalations
• Strong partnership skills with non-technical stakeholders, with the ability to identify system issues from user complaints

Benefits

• Comprehensive health and wellness programs
• Flexible work arrangements to support work-life balance
• Professional development opportunities, including access to AI tools
• Employee equity options to share in the company's success
• A supportive culture that values learning and innovation

Pay

$128,000 – $205,000 annually