Senior Technical Recruiter
Chatsworth, CA Hybrid
$120,000–$150,000 a yearJobFig found this opening at its original source and checks that it remains available.
About the role
We are looking for a Senior Technical Recruiter with a strong focus on software engineering hiring to help scale Machina Labs’ most critical teams. This role goes beyond filling open roles. You will be responsible for building high-caliber engineering teams that directly impact the company’s ability to execute. You will own full-cycle recruiting across backend, frontend, infrastructure, robotics software, AI and machine learning roles, partnering closely with technical leadership to define hiring strategy and attract top-tier talent. You will operate as both a strategic partner and hands-on executor, driving sourcing excellence, elevating candidate quality, and ensuring we consistently hire engineers who raise the bar. This role is responsible for executing recruiting across all functions, while prioritizing critical technical hiring needs across software, infrastructure, robotics software, and AI/ML. You will play a key role in shaping how Machina Labs attracts, engages, and hires top talent in competitive markets. Success in this role requires a proactive, market-driven approach to recruiting. You will leverage a combination of outbound sourcing, social platforms, talent communities, and employer branding to build consistent pipelines of high-caliber candidates. This is a highly visible role that partners closely with leadership and directly impacts the company’s ability to scale.
What you'll bring
- 6+ years of full-cycle recruiting experience, with strong emphasis on software engineering hiring.
- Proven success sourcing and closing passive technical candidates.
- Deep understanding of software engineering roles and technical skill sets.
- Experience leveraging multiple sourcing channels including social media, communities, and outbound recruiting.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities with strong organization and ownership.
- Data-driven mindset with ability to track and improve recruiting performance.
- Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
- Experience recruiting in robotics, AI/ML, infrastructure, or hardware-software integrated environments.
- Background in high-growth or startup environments.
- Experience building or scaling recruiting strategies and processes.
- Strong track record hiring senior and specialized technical talent.
- Experience with employer branding, outbound campaigns, and talent marketing initiatives.