Senior Technical Recruiter - IT & Digital

Overview

Authentic. Supportive. Fun. To experience human resources at Ulta Beauty is to step out of the mundane and into an environment alive with optimistic energy. After all, success breeds opportunity, and the opportunities to help drive an organization at the top of its game to even greater heights are as uncommon as they are satisfying.

It’s fast, it’s ambitious, it’s anchored in trust. With the chance to move or flex based on new or existing interests and passions. If you want that rare culture of lived values, where “team” truly means something. Where the drive for excellence is balanced with a genuine desire to help and encourage. And where the mark you make will be seen and recognized—we challenge you to dream bigger. To imagine the possibilities.

THE IMPACT YOU CAN HAVE

As a Technical Recruiter within Ulta Beauty’s Talent Acquisition team, you will lead full-cycle recruitment efforts across our fast-growing IT and Digital organization. Your work will directly fuel Ulta’s digital and technology transformation by attracting high-impact talent in Engineering, Product, Data, Cybersecurity, and Digital Experience—roles that shape the future of our guest and associate experience.

You’ll operate as a true Talent Advisor, partnering closely with business and HR leaders to understand their strategies, challenges, and team dynamics. Using data, talent intelligence, strong sourcing acumen, and inclusive hiring practices, you will influence decisions, shape hiring approaches, and build, high-performing teams. You will also champion an exceptional candidate experience, ensuring every interaction reflects Ulta Beauty’s people-first culture.

Success in this role requires strong corporate IT recruiting experience, demonstrated sourcing capability, business acumen, and excellent communication and relationship-building skills. This position offers meaningful opportunity for impact and growth within a highly collaborative, fast-paced, and evolving environment.

• Talent Advisor & Business Partnership
• Build strong partnerships with hiring leaders to understand business objectives, team structure, talent gaps, and role requirements.
• Consult on hiring strategy, market insights, talent availability, competitive landscape, and process recommendations to influence strong, equitable hiring decisions.
• Provide ongoing coaching to leaders on structured interviewing, inclusive hiring practices, and candidate experience.
• Sourcing Strategy & Talent Pipeline Development
• Develop and execute proactive sourcing strategies to attract top IT and Digital talent across Engineering, Product, Data, Cybersecurity, and Digital Experience.
• Use advanced sourcing techniques (Boolean, LinkedIn Recruiter, HireEZ/SeekOut, talent communities) to identify passive and diverse talent pools.
• Build and maintain deep talent pipelines and networks for priority and evergreen roles, leveraging market research and talent intelligence.
• Full-Cycle Recruitment Excellence
• Lead the end-to-end recruitment process, including intake, sourcing, screening, assessments, interview management, debrief facilitation, offer development, and closing.
• Drive a consistent, high-touch candidate experience from first interaction through offer acceptance.
• Manage all selection logistics including interview scheduling, communication flow, candidate preparation, and post-interview feedback loops.
• Candidate Assessment & Selection
• Evaluate candidate qualifications, technical capabilities, and cultural alignment using structured methodologies and competency-based evaluation.
• Ensure interview teams follow consistent, equitable, and inclusive assessment practices.
• Guide hiring teams through debriefs and decision-making using data, observations, and structured criteria.
• Data, Process Optimization & TA Operations
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date candidate and requisition data within the applicant tracking system.
• Use reporting and analytics to drive insights on funnel health, time-to-fill, conversion rates, and other key KPIs.
• Partner with TA Operations and HR Business Partners to continuously improve processes, tools, and TA best practices.
• Brand, Engagement & Relationship Building
• Serve as an ambassador of Ulta Beauty’s employer brand, effectively sharing our culture, values, and career opportunities.
• Build and nurture long-term relationships with candidates, external talent communities, and internal partners.
• Represent Ulta Beauty at relevant industry events, networking forums, and sourcing channels.
  

The Essentials Of Success

• 5+ years of full-cycle, corporate IT recruiting experience, with proven success hiring across IT and Digital functions (Engineering, Product, Data, Cybersecurity, etc.) required
• Demonstrated expertise in sourcing and engaging passive talent using advanced search techniques (Boolean, LinkedIn Recruiter, SeekOut/HireEZ, talent mapping).
• Strong understanding of the latest technologies, digital trends, and talent market dynamics.
• Proficiency with applicant tracking systems (iCIMS preferred), recruitment workflows, and data accuracy best practices.
• AIRS certification or similar sourcing accreditation preferred.
• Work Location: Corporate Headquarters — Bolingbrook, IL
• Minimum on-site requirement: 6 days per month
• Relocation assistance is not offered
• Remote work arrangements will not be considered for this role
  
  

The pay range for this position is $77,600.00 - $112,000.00 / Year with the opportunity for eligible associates to earn additional compensation pursuant to the Company’s bonus plan. Exact pay will be based on factors including, but not limited to relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, level, shift, geographic location, and business and organizational needs. Full-time positions are eligible for paid time off, health, dental, vision, life and disability benefits. Part-time positions are eligible for dental, vision, life, and disability benefits. For additional information concerning our benefits, visit our Benefits and Career Development page: https://learn.bswift.com/ulta

About

At Ulta Beauty (NASDAQ: ULTA), the possibilities are beautiful. Ulta Beauty is the largest North American beauty retailer and the premier beauty destination for cosmetics, fragrance, skin care products, hair care products and salon services. We bring possibilities to life through the power of beauty each and every day in our stores and online with more than 25,000 products from approximately 500 well-established and emerging beauty brands across all categories and price points, including Ulta Beauty’s own private label. Ulta Beauty also offers a full-service salon in every store featuring—hair, skin, brow, and make-up services.

We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with arrest records, conviction records, or other criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of any applicable state and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and the New York City Fair Chance Act.