Who is Trace3?
Trace3 is a leading Transformative IT Authority, providing unique technology solutions and consulting services to our clients. Equipped with elite engineering and dynamic innovation, we empower IT executives and their organizations to achieve competitive advantage through a process of Integrate, Automate, Innovate.
Our culture at Trace3 embodies the spirit of a startup with the advantage of a scalable business. Employees can grow their career and have fun while doing it!
Trace3 is headquartered in Irvine, California. We employ more than 1,200 people all over the United States. Our major field office locations include Denver, Indianapolis, Grand Rapids, Lexington, Los Angeles, Louisville, Texas, San Francisco.
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Street-Smart - Thriving in Dynamic Times
We are flexible and resilient in a fast-changing environment. We continuously innovate and drive constructive change while keeping a focus on the “big picture.” We exercise sound business judgment in making high-quality decisions in a timely and cost-effective manner. We are highly creative and can dig deep within ourselves to find positive solutions to different problems.
Juice - The “Stuff” it takes to be a Needle Mover
We get things done and drive results. We lead without a title, empowering others through a can-do attitude. We look forward to the goal, mentally mapping out every checkpoint on the pathway to success, and visualizing what the final destination looks and feels like.
Teamwork - Humble, Hungry and Smart
We are humble individuals who understand how our job impacts the company's mission. We treat others with respect, admit mistakes, give credit where it’s due and demonstrate transparency. We “bring the weather” by exhibiting positive leadership and solution-focused thinking. We hug people in their trials, struggles, and failures – not just their success. We appreciate the individuality of the people around us.
About the Role:
The Senior Talent Acquisition Partner serves as a strategic advisor and consultative partner to hiring managers, anticipating and fulfilling Trace3’s talent needs. This role is key in driving the full-cycle recruitment process, with a strong focus on early talent identification, attracting high-caliber technical candidates, evaluating fit, and ensuring a seamless, positive candidate experience. In close collaboration with leadership and the People & Organizational Health team, the Senior Talent Acquisition Partner will design and execute a forward-thinking talent strategy—one that not only meets immediate hiring goals but also supports long-term business growth by bringing in emerging top talent.
What You'll Do:
- Understand vision and business objectives as it relates to Talent Acquisition, while influencing and executing recruiting strategies to support the talent needs of the company
- Lead the full lifecycle recruiting process from start to finish including sourcing, screening, scheduling, interviewing, recommending a qualified talent pool, and offer negotiation
- Spend time with Regional and Business Unit Leaders to fully understand the business, the key talent needs, and the value proposition for prospective candidates
- Use innovative sourcing techniques, understand, and leverage market conditions for targeted sources to prepare distinct and effective recruiting approaches to those markets
- Own the role of workforce planning and forecasting consultant for the hiring teams
- Provide consultative guidance and meaningful feedback from various touch points in the interview process to inform hiring managers and influence the efficiency and effectiveness of the hire
- Understand and anticipate current market trends specifically in the Information Technology field, and their effects on talent acquisition and retention
- Provide and ensure an exceptional and one-of-a-kind candidate experience for all Trace3 candidates (FTE, W2PE, C2C, 1099)
- Proactively generate a continual, diverse pipeline of highly qualified candidates
- Ensure data accuracy across recruiting systems, tools, and metrics, providing reliable reporting for Leadership, Finance, and other teams who rely on our data
- Participate and support ancillary People and Organizational and Talent Acquisition projects and initiatives; support M&A integration efforts as it relates to recruiting
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business, or related field
- Seven years of experience with a proven track record of high-volume in-house recruitment experience in the high-tech industry
- Experience with technical recruiting for Modern Infrastructure, Data and Analytics, Security, Cloud, and AI positions; Experience recruiting in the VAR space desirable
- Hands-on experience with applicant tracking systems (Greenhouse preferred)
- Successful track record of filling a high volume of positions in a high growth environment
- Must have significant knowledge of best hiring practices, behavioral-based interview techniques, compensation, applicant tracking processes, and recruitment metrics
- Skilled in using various sourcing techniques (e.g., LinkedIn Recruiter, Boolean search, talent pools) to identify and engage top talent
- Understanding of labor laws and recruiting compliance standards
- Solid and persuasive verbal, written, and consulting communication skills; ability to market the Trace3 value proposition with candidates and influence them to join the organization
- Exceptional interpersonal, social and communication skills with strong business acumen and demonstrated ability to quickly establish rapport, build credibility and create partnerships at all levels within the company
- Highly organized, detail-oriented, excellent time management skills and able to effectively prioritize tasks in a fast-paced, high-volume, and evolving work environment
- Comfortable managing multiple and changing priorities, and meeting deadlines in an entrepreneurial environment
- Strong ability to operate independently
The Perks
- Comprehensive medical, dental and vision plans for you and your dependents
- 401(k) Retirement Plan with Employer Match, 529 College Savings Plan, Health Savings Account, Life Insurance, and Long-Term Disability
- Competitive Compensation
- Training and development programs
- Major offices stocked with snacks and beverages
- Collaborative and cool culture
- Work-life balance and generous paid time off
Our Commitment
At the core of Trace3's DNA is our people. We are a diverse group of talented individuals who understand the importance of teamwork and demonstrating leadership, character, and passion in all that we do.
We’re committed to fostering an inclusive workplace where everyone feels respected, valued, and empowered to grow. We recognize that embracing diversity drives innovation, improves outcomes, fosters collaboration, boosts teammate satisfaction, and builds a more inclusive culture.
As an equal opportunity employer, Trace3 bases all employment decisions based on individual qualifications, merit, and business requirements. We do not engage in discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including gender identity, sexual orientation, and pregnancy), national origin, age (40 or older), disability, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.
Any demographic information provided is strictly voluntary, kept confidential in accordance with Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) regulations, and will not be used in employment decisions, including hiring, promotions, or mentorship programs. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all.
If you require a reasonable accommodation to complete the application process or participate in an interview, please email [email protected].
***To all recruitment agencies: Trace3 does not accept unsolicited agency resumes/CVs. Please do not forward resumes/CVs to our careers email addresses, Trace3 employees or any other company location. Trace3 is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes/CVs.
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business, or a related field
- Seven years of high-volume, in-house recruiting experience in the high-tech industry
- Technical recruiting experience for Modern Infrastructure, Data and Analytics, Security, Cloud, and AI positions
- Experience recruiting in the VAR space
- Hands-on experience with applicant tracking systems; Greenhouse preferred
- Proven success filling a high volume of positions in a high-growth environment
- Knowledge of hiring practices, behavioral interviewing, compensation, applicant tracking processes, and recruitment metrics
- Sourcing experience using LinkedIn Recruiter, Boolean search, and talent pools
- Understanding of labor laws and recruiting compliance standards
- Strong verbal, written, consulting, interpersonal, and communication skills
- Business acumen and ability to establish rapport and build partnerships across the organization
- Strong organization, detail orientation, time management, prioritization, and independent work skills
Trace3 Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Trace3 and has not been reviewed or approved by Trace3.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — PTO is offered as flexible or unlimited for many salaried roles, with company language emphasizing generous time off and work-life balance. Remote-work programs and flexible schedules reinforce practical access to time away.
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Healthcare Strength — Core coverage includes medical, dental, vision, HSA, life insurance, and long‑term disability, with multiple plan options in some locations. Mental‑health benefits and first‑of‑month eligibility contribute to a comprehensive offering.
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Strong & Reliable Incentives — Revenue and presales roles feature competitive base pay with meaningful on‑target earnings potential, and performance bonuses are part of the total rewards mix. This structure can deliver strong outcomes for high performers.
Trace3 Insights
What We Do
Trace3, a pioneer in business transformation solutions, empowers organizations to lead their market space by keeping pace with the rapid changes in IT innovations ensuring relevance to specific business initiatives required to maximize revenue generation by leveraging the latest Silicon Valley, cloud, big data and datacenter technologies maximizing organizational health. We have a unique ability to deliver optimal solutions combined with our talented team and over 10 years of documented best practices that unify people, process and technology. Over 2,000 globally recognized companies trust in Trace3 to stay relevant and innovative in today’s highly competitive market.
