
Nastasija Živković
Senior Tech Talent Acquisition Partner
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9 people recommend
Serbia
Mobility: Dublin, Manchester, ...
Freelance, open to permanent contract
Can come onsite
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About me
Intro
Experienced Talent Acquisition Partner with a strong track record of hiring for high-growth technology companies across Europe. I specialize in building and nurturing networks of highly skilled professionals - from entry-level talent such as junior software engineers, SDRs, and support specialists, to executive-level hires including VPs of Engineering, Heads of Sales, and Chief Product Officers. I bring structure, speed, and precision to each search while keeping candidate experience at the center. I’ve successfully led end-to-end recruitment efforts for a wide variety of technical roles - including Backend Engineers (Java, Node.js, Python, Go, Kotlin, Ruby), Frontend Engineers (React, Vue, Angular, Next.js), Fullstack Engineers, DevOps Engineers, Mobile Developers (Swift, Kotlin, React Native), Data Engineers, QA Engineers, Platform Engineers, SREs, and Engineering Managers. On the infrastructure side, I’ve worked with candidates skilled in Docker, Kubernetes, Terraform, AWS, GCP, Azure, and CI/CD pipelines. I also support hiring in Product Design (UX/UI), Product Management, and Automation Testing. I partner closely with technical leadership to recruit AI-focused roles such as Machine Learning Engineers, MLOps Engineers, Computer Vision Scientists, NLP Researchers, and AI Product Managers, particularly in AI-first startups and deep tech environments. On the commercial side, I have supported high-velocity hiring for Sales Development Representatives (SDRs), Account Executives (AEs), Customer Success Managers (CSMs), Growth Marketers, Product Marketing Managers, and Revenue Operations Specialists. I’m also experienced in recruiting for niche and highly technical roles in fields like Quantum Computing, Robotics, Perception, and ADAS - often requiring close collaboration with founders, CTOs, and deep tech researchers to align on hiring criteria and build custom search strategies. Throughout all my work, I’ve demonstrated strong stakeholder management skills - collaborating with hiring managers, department heads, founders, and external partners to build scalable hiring processes and align on hiring priorities. I bring a structured approach to sourcing through tools like LinkedIn Recruiter, GitHub, and specialized job boards, using Boolean search logic and targeted outreach to connect with top-tier talent across domains. My goal is to continue supporting mission-driven companies by helping them identify and hire exceptional talent - with a mix of strategic advisory, hands-on sourcing, and human-centered communication.
Work experience
Senior Tech Talent Acquisition Partner
Tribe.xyz
Jun 2022 - Present
4 years 5 months
Our consultancy focuses on delivering recruiting solutions to fast-growing companies. Besides active delivery, we focus on improving our day-to-day performance by building analytics, sourcing, marketing, and recruiting tools. Currently, we are a team of recruiters and sourcers across Europe and Africa. We have delivered projects at Spotify, Zalando, Wolt, Glovo, N26, TIER Mobility, SolarisBank etc. My main responsibilities are: - Driving end-to-end recruitment process (for sales roles, tech roles, etc), from job posting to the offer stage - Managing stakeholders and collaborating with hiring managers to understand their hiring needs best - Learning and Development - Interviewing external and internal candidates - Working on different ATSs (Greenhouse, Gem, Cats, SmartRecruiters, Recruitee) for perfect alignment with the client - Maintaining accurate and concise records and reports of all phases of the recruitment process - Working with stakeholders on creating contracts, working agreements and job descriptions - Taking part in internal recruitment for Tribe.xyz and internal projects I specialize in hiring for tech roles across backend (Java, Python, Go, C++, Rust, Node.js, Ruby, Kotlin, Scala, .NET/C#), frontend (JavaScript, TypeScript, React, Angular, Vue.js), and fullstack positions. I’ve also worked on searches involving cloud-native, microservices, and event-driven architectures, and AI-focused roles such as Machine Learning Engineers, MLOps Engineers, Computer Vision Scientists, NLP Researchers, and AI Product Managers. I have also worked on multiple go-to-market roles such as Sales Development Representatives (SDRs), Account Executives (AEs), Enterprise Sales, Product Marketing Managers, Growth Marketers, and Partner Managers. Beyond general software engineering, I’ve recruited for niche and emerging industries such as ADAS, Robotics, and Quantum Computing, where technical depth and precise sourcing make all the difference.
Lead Talent Acquisition Partner
eleQtron GmbH
Nov 2024 - Dec 2025
1 year 2 months
57 Siegen, Germany
Siegen/Hamburg Via Tribe.xyz At eleQtron, Germany’s first commercial quantum hardware manufacturer, I supported hiring in one of the most advanced areas of deep tech. The company develops and operates scalable quantum computers based on their proprietary MAGIC (Magnetic Gradient Induced Coupling) technology, which uses microwave control of qubits—offering greater precision, robustness, and scalability compared to laser-based systems. eleQtron’s mission is to deliver practical, commercially viable quantum computers capable of solving complex problems far beyond the reach of classical supercomputers. Their systems are designed to enable breakthroughs across industries such as pharmaceuticals, logistics, materials research, and finance. - My focus was on hiring highly specialized technical talent. I led recruitment efforts for roles including Quantum Gate Engineer, Microwave Engineer, Cryogenics and Vacuum Engineer, Microfabrication Engineer, and Test & Verification Engineer. - I also supported hiring for fullstack developers working on quantum control and interface layers, as well as collaborated on select leadership roles like Lead Project Manager and Head of People to help scale the company’s technical teams.
Senior Talent Attraction Partner
FERNRIDE
Apr 2024 - Oct 2024
7 months
Munich, Germany
Via Tribe.xyz Creators of the world's leading human-machine collaboration technology, Fernride is accelerating the transition towards automated sustainable logistics. Roles I got the pleasure of working on: Robotics, Controls, Perception, Software Development;
Tech Talent Acquisition Partner
ABOUT YOU
Jul 2023 - May 2024
11 months
Hamburg, Germany
Via Tribe.xyz ABOUT YOU is one of the fastest-growing e-commerce companies in Europe and Hamburg’s first unicorn since 2018. As a fashion and technology corporation, along with our strong team, we aim to digitalize the classic shopping stroll by creating an inspiring and personalized shopping experience on the smartphone. Currently, ABOUT YOU is available in 25 European markets. We are looking forward to expanding further and bringing our inspiring platform to fashion fans all over Europe. ABOUT YOU has created sales in excess of €1,90 Mio. in the fiscal year 2022/23 and is now one of the largest fashion e-tailers in Germany. We pride ourselves on SCAYLE, our own backend backbone as a licensed product. This is a real game changer in terms of high-scale eCommerce infrastructures. I work on roles such as Senior Frontend Developers (React.js, Vue.js), Backend Developers (Node.js, PHP), Fullstack Engineers, QA Engineers, DevSecOps Engineers, and Data Engineers, Product Managers. I have also covered building robust pipelines for Sales Development Representatives (SDRs), Account Executives (AEs), Enterprise Sales, Product Marketing Managers, Growth Marketers, and Partner Managers. I contributed to headcount planning, role scoping, hiring process design, and ensured alignment between hiring managers and talent teams.
Tech Talent Acquisition Partner
Boost IT
Jun 2022 - Jul 2023
1 year 2 months
Lisbon, Portugal
Via Tribe.xyz Boost IT is a recruitment company aiming to connect talented people to companies, and help them both grow and excel. We offer a variety of solutions, including Outsourcing, Specialized Recruitment, and Nearshore services. Our headquarters are located in the modern area of the cosmopolitan city of Lisbon, Parque das Nações, the technology and innovation hub of the city, only 10 minutes away from the airport, 5 minutes away from the metro/train stations and bus stops, and from Web Summit. Portugal has an abundant pool of technical resources, highly motivated, and with a strong culture based on proactiveness and empowerment. The ecosystem is based on value-driven innovation and our teams understand the benefits of being first and better. Our management team has over 10 years of experience in delivering technological solutions in Portugal and the world, building elite teams for demanding international clients and providing exclusive spaces for their clients or integrating teams in their offices. - I focused on recruiting for a broad range of technical roles across backend, frontend, data, and infrastructure domains. I worked on positions such as Backend Developers (Go, Java, Python), Frontend Developers (Vue.js, React), Data Engineers (Scala, Spark, Big Data), AI Engineers, IT Operations Technicians, and Network Engineers. -Specialized in commercial recruitment, with a strong focus on high-impact roles like Account Executives, Growth Marketing Managers, Customer Success Leads, and Implementation Specialists. Built and maintained top-of-funnel pipelines, led structured interviews, and closed critical hires across customer-facing and sales functions.
Tech Talent Acquisition Manager
MVP Match
Jun 2022 - Dec 2022
7 months
Berlin, Germany
Via BoostIT/Tribe.xyz - Contract MVP Match is on a mission to connect the world's best tech talent with the most ambitious companies to solve challenging problems and create amazing digital products that delight their users. We do this by attracting, interviewing, testing, handpicking & perfectly matching the world’s best freelance Engineers, Designers, PMs and AI/Data Experts with you just-in-time at a transparent price. This whole process is powered by our very own proprietary technology (our platform) that automates, centralizes information, helps us match, keep our freelancers happy and maximize the quality of our network. Our network counts over 6000 people with whom we have completed over 300 successful projects for pre-seed startups over fast-scaling ventures like WeFox, HeyCar or TaxFix to multinational enterprises such as Oliver Wyman, KPMG or PwC. - My main focus was on hiring frontend (JavaScript, TypeScript, React, Angular), backend (Node.js, Python, Java), and mobile (React Native, Swift, Kotlin) engineers for high-impact product teams. I worked directly with clients such as Haiilo, an employee communications platform that helps companies connect with their people through a unified intranet, and VAHA, a connected fitness mirror that brings personalized workouts and interactive training into the home.
IT & Gaming Specialist Recruiter
BPS TECH
Mar 2021 - Jul 2022
1 year 5 months
Belgrade, Serbia
My duties include: - Account management - Finding and engaging technical and artistic talent with a focus on Lead and Senior positions with focus on Tech and Gaming industry - Conducting technical interviews and preparing profiles - Following candidates through the selection process - Handling client expectations and managing their needs - Working in the international gaming and IT market
Annmis and Nezza Staffing Agency
Sep 2017 - Dec 2020
3 years 4 months
Recruitment Onboarding Specialist
Jun 2019 - Dec 2020
1 year 7 months
Created and led the course for learning and improving Technical Recruiter Skills. - The course included an overview of IT recruitment, understanding job requirements, sourcing and screening candidates, technical screening, interviewing candidates, salary negotiation, candidate management, diversity and inclusion, and legal and ethical considerations.
IT Recruiter & Consultant
Sep 2017 - Dec 2020
3 years 4 months
- Identifying, recruiting and placing highly experienced and skilled Information Technology professionals on both project based work and permanent opportunities. - Responsible for placing candidates in fields such as Application Development (Frontend, Backend, Fullstack), Mobile Development, Android, iOS, Cloud, DevOps, Data Analytics, Data Science, Information Security, Business Intelligence and Marketing roles; - Proactively market potential candidates to hiring managers. - Developing and maintaining a strong pipeline of qualified IT talent. - Negotiating salaries with candidates. - Successfully placing well qualified Technical consultants to work.
Education
University of Belgrade
Faculty of Law, Law
Licenses & certifications
Beginners guide: Practical Quantum Computing with IBM Qiskit
Issued: Nov 2024
Tech Recruiting Foundations: 7 Recruiting for Blockchain
Issued: Nov 2022
Artificial Intelligence Foundations: Thinking Machines
Issued: Oct 2022
Data Engineering Foundations
Issued: Oct 2022
Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC)
Issued: Oct 2022
Succeeding in Web Development: Full Stack and Front End
Issued: Oct 2022