Senior Talent Acquisition Specialist

There is energy here…energy you can feel crackling at any of our international locations. It’s an energy generated by enthusiasm for our work, for our teams, for our results, and for our customers. Lattice is a worldwide community of engineers, designers, and manufacturing operations specialists in partnership with world-class sales, marketing, and support teams, who are developing programmable logic solutions that are changing the industry. Our focus is on R&D, product innovation, and customer service, and to that focus, we bring total commitment and a keenly sharp competitive personality.

Energy feeds on energy. If you flourish in a fast paced, results-oriented environment, if you want to achieve individual success within a “team first” organization, and if you believe you can contribute and succeed in a demanding yet collegial atmosphere, then Lattice may well be just what you’re looking for.

Job Description:

SUMMARY
Own end-to-end talent acquisition for Lattice Semiconductor's engineering organization — starting with India engineering operations and expanding into global sourcing support, including the US. Recruit specialized semiconductor engineering talent using advanced sourcing, AI/ML tools, and unconventional hiring strategies, with deep expertise in identifying passive, niche technical talent. Balance fast-paced hiring execution with rigorous quality standards. Advise leadership on competitive talent landscape and market positioning in low-power FPGA innovation, across both India and global markets.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Own end-to-end recruiting — from sourcing through offer close — for niche FPGA/semiconductor talent (behavioral modeling, EDA tools, silicon validation, RTL design, circuit design)
• Build and execute proactive, deep sourcing strategies for niche technical talent; leverage advanced Boolean search, X-ray, headhunting, and AI/ML recruiting tools
• Source passive candidates through unconventional channels (industry hackathons, technical communities, open-source contributors, referral networks) to compete for specialized talent in competitive markets
• Partner closely with local India hiring managers to build full end-to-end recruiting ownership in the first ~6 months, then expand scope to support US-based sourcing needs
• Track hiring metrics and provide data-driven insights on market dynamics, talent availability, and competitive hiring trends affecting Lattice's ability to attract top engineering talent, in India and globally
• Advise leadership on competitive talent positioning, market intelligence, and retention strategies for critical engineering roles
• Collaborate with global TA team on recruitment initiatives and cross-regional talent strategies aligned with Lattice's product roadmap

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• 8+ years talent acquisition experience; 3+ years strategic, end-to-end recruiting for engineering/semiconductor companies with a focus on specialized technical talent
• Deep, demonstrated sourcing expertise with a proven track record identifying passive candidates in niche technical markets
• Proficiency with AI/ML recruiting tools and contemporary technology platforms; track record of using data to optimize hiring velocity and quality
• Deep understanding of the semiconductor/EDA engineering talent landscape in India, with working knowledge of the US talent market and global competitive dynamics
• Proven success owning full-cycle, end-to-end recruiting for specialized technical talent while maintaining hiring quality and cultural fit
• Strong business acumen with ability to translate engineering product strategies into talent initiatives; executive-level communication skills

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Highly desired: hands-on, hardcore sourcing experience across North America (NA), APAC, and India talent markets
• Master's degree in HR, Business, or Engineering-related field; talent acquisition or recruiting certification
• Prior experience recruiting for semiconductor companies, including sourcing into the US market;
• Experience with AI/ML recruiting platforms; background in startup or high-growth product companies
• Demonstrated track record of building talent pipelines in competitive semiconductor markets globally; strong product and business mindset

Additional Information:

This position requires a successful background and reference checks and satisfactory proof of your right to work in:

Lattice recognizes that employees are its greatest asset and the driving force behind success in a highly competitive, global industry.  Lattice continually strives to provide a comprehensive compensation and benefits program to attract, retain, motivate, reward and celebrate the highest caliber employees in the industry. 

Lattice is an international, service-driven developer of innovative low cost, low power programmable design solutions.  Our global workforce, some 1,000 strong, shares a total commitment to customer success and an unbending will to win.  For more information about how our FPGA, CPLD and programmable power management  devices help our customers unlock their innovation, visit www.latticesemi.com.  You can also follow us via Twitter, Facebook, or RSS. At Lattice, we value the diversity of individuals, ideas, perspectives, insights and values, and what they bring to the workplace.  Applications are welcome from all qualified candidates.