Founding Recruiter
Job Summary
We are seeking a Founding Recruiter to be the first dedicated talent acquisition hire at our AI-native platform for B2B distributors. This role owns end-to-end recruiting, building all infrastructure from scratch while scaling teams across engineering, product, sales, and customer success.
You will convert passive candidates into strong hires, shape the employer brand, and partner directly with leadership to drive rapid growth at a well-funded startup that most candidates have not yet discovered.
Essential Functions
- Build the complete recruiting infrastructure from the ground up including ATS, sourcing tools, and AI-powered workflows
- Convert passive candidates into first calls through high-quality cold outreach, with emphasis on engineering and sales roles
- Conduct high-signal candidate screening to ensure only top talent reaches hiring managers
- Partner closely with the CEO and VP of Sales to refine role profiles, gather feedback, and accelerate the hiring process
- Develop and execute employer brand initiatives including content and storytelling to generate inbound interest
- Manage full-cycle recruiting independently across both technical and non-technical positions
Required Qualifications
- 5+ years of recruiting experience with a blend of agency and in-house backgrounds
- Proven track record of successfully hiring engineers and other technical talent
- Early-stage startup recruiting experience from seed through Series B at companies without established brand recognition
- Demonstrated ability to run full-cycle searches independently as a solo contributor
- Strong habit of using AI tools daily for sourcing, outreach, research, and operational efficiency
- US work authorization required (no visa sponsorship)
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience building recruiting processes at AI-first or technology-driven companies
- Familiarity with modern recruiting platforms and sequencing tools
- Background in high-growth environments where you scaled multiple functions simultaneously
- Track record of creating compelling employer brand content that drives candidate interest
Technical Skills
- ATS systems and recruiting infrastructure setup
- Advanced sourcing and cold outreach techniques
- AI tools for recruiting and candidate research
- Candidate screening and assessment methods
- Employer branding and content development
- Pipeline management and process optimization
- Stakeholder management with executive leadership
- Full-cycle technical recruiting
Education & Certifications
No specific degree requirements listed. Proven experience and results in high-volume technical recruiting are prioritized.
Compensation & Benefits
$180000 - $220000 base salary plus competitive equity and performance bonus. Benefits include 100 percent employer-paid medical, dental, and vision coverage. Compensation is set deliberately above market to attract proven impact.