Remote Technical Recruiter for VC-Backed Startups

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 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.