Senior Business Recruiter

skydio; United States; Hybrid; USD 140,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Stock options

Health insurance

401K savings plan

Paid vacation time

Sick leave

Holiday pay

Job summary

Skydio in San Mateo, CA, is seeking a Senior Recruiter to lead full-cycle recruiting for GTM and G&A, partnering with senior leaders to translate business goals into hiring plans and build high‑performing teams. You will own the recruiting strategy, build diverse pipelines, source passive talent, influence interview processes, and elevate the candidate experience across the company.

This role is hybrid (3 days in the office) with possible remote arrangements; travel to headquarters may be

Qualifications

• 5+ years of full-cycle recruiting experience in high-growth environments.
• Ability to partner with senior leaders and influence hiring decisions.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills for candidates and leadership.
• Experience with modern recruiting tools like LinkedIn Recruiter, Ashby, Greenhouse.
• Proven success sourcing and closing passive talent in competitive markets.

Responsibilities

• Own and drive end-to-end recruiting strategy for GTM and G&A.
• Partner with senior leaders to translate goals into hiring plans.
• Influence interview processes and organizational design to improve outcomes.
• Build diverse, high-quality talent pipelines through sourcing and networking.
• Use data and analytics to inform decisions and optimize processes.
• Mentor and elevate recruiting practices across the team.

Skills

Full-cycle recruiting

Stakeholder partnership

Sourcing passive talent

Data-driven decision making

Communication

Analytical mindset

Team collaboration

Tools

LinkedIn Recruiter

Ashby

Greenhouse

Job description

Skydio is the leading US drone company and the world leader in autonomous flight, the key technology for the future of drones and aerial mobility. The Skydio team combines deep expertise in artificial intelligence, best-in-class hardware and software product development, operational excellence, and customer obsession to empower a broader, more diverse audience of drone users, from utility inspectors to first responders , soldiers in battlefield scenarios , and beyond .

About the Role:

We are seeking a Senior Recruiter to lead full-cycle recruiting efforts across our Go-To-Market (GTM) and G&A organizations. As a senior member of the recruiting team, you will operate as a strategic talent partner to senior leadership, driving hiring strategies that enable the company to scale effectively. You will play a critical role in shaping high-performing teams, influencing hiring decisions, and continuously elevating the candidate experience. This is an opportunity to have meaningful impact at a high-growth company by building the talent-dense teams needed for long-term success.

Please Note: This role is based in San Mateo, California, with an expectation of working from the office 3 days per week. We may consider a U.S.-based remote arrangement for candidates whose experience strongly aligns with the role's core requirements, based on business needs and our ability to employ in the candidate's state. Remote employees may be required to travel periodically to our San Mateo headquarters.

How You'll Make an Impact:

• Own and drive the end-to-end recruiting strategy and execution for GTM and G&A roles, ensuring a best-in-class candidate experience
• Partner closely with senior business leaders and executives to deeply understand organizational goals and translate them into effective hiring plans
• Act as a trusted advisor to hiring teams, influencing talent decisions, interview processes, and organizational design
• Proactively build and maintain diverse, high-quality talent pipelines through creative sourcing strategies, market mapping, and networking
• Lead strategic talent discussions, providing insights on market trends, talent availability, and competitive positioning
• Collaborate cross-functionally to design and scale recruiting processes that are efficient, data-driven, and aligned with company growth
• Leverage recruiting data and analytics to inform decision-making, track performance, and continuously optimize hiring outcomes
• Mentor and elevate recruiting best practices across the team, contributing to a strong and scalable talent function

What Makes You a Good Fit:

• 5+ years of full-cycle recruiting experience, with a strong track record hiring for GTM, G&A, and/or Operations roles in high-growth, high-performance environments
• Proven ability to partner with senior stakeholders and influence hiring decisions at multiple levels of the organization
• Exceptional communication and relationship-building skills, with the ability to engage and advise both candidates and leadership
• Deep experience with modern recruiting tools and platforms (e.g., LinkedIn Recruiter, Ashby, Greenhouse)
• Demonstrated success in sourcing and closing passive talent in competitive markets
• Strong analytical mindset with experience using data to drive recruiting strategy and outcomes
• High attention to detail with the ability to balance speed, quality, and process in a fast-paced environment
• Collaborative, team-first approach with a passion for continuous improvement and innovation
• Ability to commute to the San Mateo, CA office at least 3 days per week

Nice-to-have:

• Blend of in-house and agency recruiting experience
• Experience or strong familiarity with international hiring practices across EMEA and APAC regions, including regional talent markets, compliance considerations, and hiring nuances

Compensation:

At Skydio, our compensation packages for regular, full-time employees include competitive base salaries, equity in the form of stock options, and comprehensive benefits packages. Compensation will vary based on factors, including skill level, proficiencies, transferable knowledge, and experience. Relocation assistance may also be provided for eligible roles. The annual base salary range for this position is $140,000 - $170,000*. Fundamentally, we believe that equity is the key to long-term financial growth, and we ensure all regular, full-time employees have the opportunity to significantly benefit from the company's success. Regular, full-time employees are eligible to enroll in the Company's group health insurance plans. Regular, full-time employees are eligible to receive the following benefits: Paid vacation time, sick leave, holiday pay and 401K savings plan. This position and all associated benefits are subject to applicable federal, state, and local laws, as well as the Company's policies and eligibility criteria.

*Compensation for certain positions may vary based on the position's location.

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