Hardware Recruiter

TenX Recruiting; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 76,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible & remote

Contract work

Job summary

TenX Recruiting is seeking a Technical Recruiter on a part-time, contract basis to lead searches for VC-backed startups and fast-growing companies across software engineering and hardware roles. You’ll build candidate pipelines, conduct technical screens, and deliver a high-touch experience for clients and applicants.

Work flexibly from anywhere in the United States, with a 3–6 month initial commitment and potential extension.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in technical sourcing and recruiting, specializing in software engineering and/or hardware roles.
• Experience working at a recruiting agency with a strong track record of results.
• Strong understanding of recruiting best practices, sourcing techniques, and talent pipeline development.
• Confidence working independently with hiring managers, adapting quickly to shifting priorities and nuanced hiring needs.
• Proven track record of successfully managing recruitment for complex, technical roles with niche skill sets.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to build strong relationships with candidates and hiring managers.
• Must be authorized to work in the U.S. and able to provide necessary documentation upon request.

Responsibilities

• Partner with client's hiring managers to understand technical hiring needs and provide recruitment strategies to identify and attract high-quality candidates.
• Leverage various sourcing methods to build a pipeline of qualified candidates, utilizing industry contacts, social media, job boards, and professional networks.
• Conduct in-depth technical screens to assess candidates against required qualifications and role fit.
• Provide an exceptional client and candidate experience throughout the recruiting process, ensuring timely communication and transparency.
• Maintain accurate, detailed records in TenX's CRM and the client's ATS, keeping hiring managers updated on pipeline progress.
• Deliver weekly reports covering search progress, key metrics, and insights that inform hiring strategy.
• Act as a trusted advisor to clients, offering guidance on market conditions, compensation benchmarking, and hiring strategy to help them make informed decisions.

Skills

Technical recruiting

Sourcing strategies

Candidate experience

Client relationship management

Tools

Gem

Ashby

Greenhouse

Lever

Job description

TenX Recruiting is a trusted hiring partner to early-stage and high-growth startups across aerospace, AI, climate, and other high-tech hardware industries. Companies come to us when they need experienced recruiters who understand technical nuance, can move quickly, and consistently deliver.

About the Role

We’re hiring a Technical Recruiter on a contract basis (part-time) to lead searches for VC-backed startups and fast-growing companies. You’ll help teams hire for critical roles, using your industry expertise to understand technical needs, build trust with hiring managers, and create a thoughtful, high-touch candidate experience.

Key Responsibilities

• Partner with client's hiring managers to understand technical hiring needs and provide recruitment strategies to identify and attract high-quality candidates
• Leverage various sourcing methods to build a pipeline of qualified candidates, utilizing industry contacts, social media, job boards, and professional networks
• Conduct in-depth technical screens to assess candidates against required qualifications and role fit
• Provide an exceptional client and candidate experience throughout the recruiting process, ensuring timely communication and transparency
• Maintain accurate, detailed records in TenX's CRM and the client's ATS, keeping hiring managers updated on pipeline progress
• Deliver weekly reports covering search progress, key metrics, and insights that inform hiring strategy
• Act as a trusted advisor to clients, offering guidance on market conditions, compensation benchmarking, and hiring strategy to help them make informed decisions

Requirements

• 3+ years of experience in technical sourcing and recruiting, specializing in software engineering and/or hardware roles
• Experience working at a recruiting agency, with a strong track record of results
• Strong understanding of recruiting best practices, sourcing techniques, and talent pipeline development
• Confidence working independently with hiring managers, adapting quickly to shifting priorities and nuanced hiring needs
• Proven track record of successfully managing recruitment for complex, technical roles with niche skill sets
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to build strong relationships with candidates and hiring managers
• Must be authorized to work in the U.S. and able to provide necessary documentation upon request

Preferred Qualifications

• A track record of success hiring for early-stage or scaling startups, especially in fast-moving, resource-constrained environments
• Preference for candidates proficient with Gem, Ashby, Greenhouse, and Lever

What We Offer

• Flexible & remote: Work from anywhere in the US
• Stability: A steady pipeline of client work, so you can count on consistent work
• High-impact work: Partner with VC-backed startups and work on a variety of roles
• Supportive recruiting community: You’ll join a team of experienced recruiters who collaborate, share resources, and help each other thrive
• Influence: You're treated as a strategic partner whose expertise shapes hiring decisions, especially with the startups we work with
• Contract commitment: 3–6 months to start, with potential for extension based on project needs and your availability
• Competitive and consistent pay: Hourly rate based on your experience and location
• Onboarding: A structured, well-documented onboarding process designed to set you up for success from day one

*This is a 1099 independent contractor position, with pay up to $55 per hour based on experience and location.