Deon Mitchell

About Deon Mitchell

With a background in professional sports and the tech industry, I bring a unique combination of discipline, adaptability, and competitive drive to every challenge. Competing in basketball at the highest levels instilled a relentless work ethic that continues to shape how I show up professionally.I care deeply about the work, the people, and the outcomes. I believe strong results come from preparation, accountability, and showing up every day, especially when it’s uncomfortable.I’m relationship-driven, team-oriented, and motivated by environments that emphasize growth, ownership, and high standards. I value work that matters and teams that take pride in how they operate.Let’s connect: d••••••••@kforce.com

Experience

1. Principal Technical Recruiter

   Kforce Inc

   Mar 2023 — Present · Austin, TX, US

   Serve as a senior talent partner supporting complex technical hiring initiatives in fast-paced, high-demand environments with consistently strong fill ratios.• Lead end-to-end recruiting for senior, principal, and specialized roles across AI and machine learning, cloud and DevOps, cybersecurity, data, and full-stack software engineering.• Support hiring across frontend, backend, platform, infrastructure, QA, SDET, testing-focused roles, and project and product management.• Act as a strategic advisor to hiring managers and leadership, influencing role design, interview processes, compensation alignment, and hiring timelines.• Mentor and guide recruiters on sourcing strategy, candidate evaluation, and stakeholder management.• Drive market intelligence efforts by providing insights on talent availability, competitive compensation, and emerging skill trends.• Consistently deliver high-quality hires while balancing speed, quality, and candidate experience.

Education

• University of Northern Iowa

  Bachelor's degree

  2011 — 2015