Technical Talent Acquisition Partner – Game (Contract)

Prodigy Education, a global leader in game-based learning, is on a mission to make every student in the world love learning. We believe learning should be as fun as playing a video game. This is central to our educational philosophy, because when you love what you do, you do it better. Visit www.prodigygame.com to learn more.

With Prodigy, kids practice standards-aligned skills in Math and English as they play our fun, adaptive learning games. All with teacher and parent tools to support their learning in class and at home.

We are looking for an experienced Technical TA Partner with a deep understanding of technical recruitment within the game industry. In this role, you will leverage your expertise to attract and hire top technical talent across various specializations, supporting teams that develop innovative gaming experiences. Your insight into industry trends and talent pools, particularly within game development, will be essential as you build relationships with candidates and stakeholders alike, helping shape the future of our growing team

Please note that this is a 6 month contract.

Your Impact

• Source top talent globally by leveraging diverse gaming communities, technical networks, and social media platforms.
• Use your data-driven insights to guide equitable and informed hiring decisions, shaping the future of our projects.
• Manage end-to-end recruitment across both tech and non-tech roles, ensuring a seamless and inclusive candidate experience that reflects our commitment to excellence.
• Drive innovative recruitment strategies while maintaining a strong focus on cultural and team alignment.
• Ensure operational efficiency by optimizing recruitment processes and workflows, contributing to a streamlined and effective hiring process.

About You

• You have 7+ years technical recruitment experience
• You bring 3+ years of experience in gaming industry recruitment, with a particular focus on Free-to-Play (F2P) models.
• You are skilled in recruiting for both technical and non-technical roles, with the ability to advise senior leaders throughout the hiring process.
• As a problem solver, you effectively use all available resources to create and execute sourcing strategies that attract top talent.
• You thrive in an environment where ambiguity and change are constant, you will adapt quickly and find innovative solutions to evolving challenges.
• You embody our values by leading with a user-first approach, fostering a culture of continuous learning, and demonstrating accountability in every aspect of your work.
• Strong operational skills enable you to enhance recruitment efficiency, ensuring a smooth and transparent process for candidates and stakeholders alike.
• You are committed to inclusive hiring practices, ensuring a diverse and equitable candidate pool for all roles.

Working At Prodigy

• Be part of a mission-driven organization dedicated to helping every student in the world love learning! At Prodigy Education, your work positively impacts the lives of millions of students and teachers worldwide.
• Join a company which empowers a Growth Mindset among its team members, so you grow as we do. You’ll also work on award-winning products which harness the magic of math and power of language for students in grades 1st-8th.
• We understand that a thriving team is at the core of our success. So, on top of an inspirational mission and rewarding work, our Total Rewards Program reflects our commitment to your financial, physical, and mental well-being.
• It’s not just about the work though; it’s about the culture. As the Toronto Star reports in a recent feature on Prodigy: “Prodigy’s secret sauce is that it sees its corporate culture as something that is built slowly from the ground up and is always evolving.” Check it out here.
• #LI-Hybrid

Prodigy Math is used by almost one million teachers a year, and was named the most popular supplemental education platform in classrooms in the United States! Our products have also won numerous consumer awards, including the Mom’s Choice Award, Parent and Teacher Choice Awards, and National Parenting Product Award.

Come as you are. We believe the power of our collective potential will transform education. We are building towards a diverse, inclusive, and equitable workplace to empower and create access and opportunity for all. We welcome applications from people from all underrepresented groups, including (but not limited to) people of any gender, age, or religion, members of the LGBTQIA2+ community, BIPOC and other underrepresented races and nationalities, people with disabilities, veterans, and anyone who may contribute to the further diversification of Prodigy Education. If you feel like you don’t have all the qualifications for this position and are willing to use your initiative to learn the rest, we’d still love for you to apply!

We are an equal opportunity employer and are committed to providing employment accommodation in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005 (AODA). Prodigy Education will provide accommodations to job applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment process. If you require accommodation, please notify us at jobs@prodigygame.com, and we will work with you to meet your needs.

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