Senior Technical Recruiter

PsiQuantum; Kansas; Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with company match

Equity grants

Comprehensive health coverage

Wellness resources and programs

DTO and parental leave

Job summary

PsiQuantum is seeking a Senior Technical Recruiter to lead full-cycle recruitment for advanced technical roles, including PhDs, in quantum computing, AI, and related disciplines.

You will collaborate with leaders to source, evaluate, and secure world-class talent, driving DEI initiatives and building a robust pipeline across a global, distributed organization.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field.
• 7+ years of full-cycle recruiting experience, with a track record in technical/senior roles.
• Proven sourcing and engagement of candidates for specialized fields like quantum computing, AI, ML.
• Ability to partner with leaders and provide talent-acquisition strategy counsel.
• Strong sourcing tools knowledge and advanced Boolean search techniques.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder relationship skills.
• Deep understanding of quantum computing landscape and industry trends.

Responsibilities

• Drive full-cycle recruitment for advanced technical roles, sourcing PhDs and senior talent.
• Partner with hiring managers to develop and execute talent strategies aligned with growth.
• Lead high-level candidate sourcing and engagement across global, diverse pools.
• Oversee end-to-end recruitment lifecycle from role definition to offer acceptance.
• Provide market insights to inform recruitment strategies and improve time-to-fill.

Skills

Full-cycle recruiting

Technical recruiting

Sourcing

Boolean search techniques

Stakeholder management

DEI initiatives

Global talent acquisition

PhDs recruiting

Talent market insights

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business

Tools

LinkedIn Recruiter

Greenhouse

GEM

Job description

Who you are

• A Bachelor’s degree in Business, or a related field
• 7+ years of proven experience in full-cycle recruiting, with a strong track record of hiring for highly technical and senior roles, ideally within the tech or STEM sectors
• Exceptional expertise in sourcing and engaging candidates for highly specialized and cutting-edge fields such as quantum computing, artificial intelligence, machine learning, and related technologies
• Demonstrated ability to partner with leaders, providing strategic counsel on talent acquisition and organizational growth
• Strong knowledge of sourcing tools, advanced Boolean search techniques, and recruiting platforms (e.g., LinkedIn Recruiter, Greenhouse, GEM)
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build relationships and influence stakeholders at all levels
• A deep understanding of the quantum computing landscape and a passion for the industry and its impact on the world
• Proven ability to thrive in hyper-growth, constantly evolving, and high-stakes environment
• Direct experience recruiting within quantum computing, AI, or other highly technical, innovative industries
• Experience working in a global, distributed environment, with expertise in international talent acquisition
• Fluency in additional languages is a plus
• Expertise in driving diversity and inclusion initiatives and advancing DEI goals within the recruitment function

What the job involves

• PsiQuantum is seeking a highly skilled Senior Technical Recruiter to drive full-cycle recruitment for advanced technical roles, specifically targeting top-tier candidates, including PhDs, in fields such as quantum computing, engineering, and applied sciences
• You will work closely with hiring managers to source, engage, and secure world-class talent, ensuring a pipeline of highly qualified individuals who align with PsiQuantum’s mission to revolutionize quantum computing
• This role offers a unique opportunity to influence the growth of a pioneering company at the cutting edge of technology
• Talent Partnering: Partner with leadership and hiring managers across the organization to develop and execute talent acquisition strategies that support the company’s growth, with a specific focus on attracting top-tier candidates for technical senior roles in quantum computing and advanced technology
• High-Level Candidate Sourcing & Engagement: Employ a range of sophisticated sourcing techniques to identify, engage, and recruit highly specialized and diverse talent pools, including passive candidates and those from leading tech, academic, and research institutions globally
• Search & Leadership Recruitment: Drive the recruitment for senior roles within the organization, including strategic planning, candidate mapping, outreach, and negotiation, ensuring an exceptional candidate experience while securing the highest-caliber talent
• End-to-End Talent Acquisition Leadership: Oversee the full recruitment lifecycle for critical roles, from role definition and job specification through to final offer acceptance. Ensure a seamless, efficient, and positive experience for candidates at every touchpoint
• Market Intelligence: Provide thought leadership in leveraging deep market insights, and data-driven approaches to inform recruitment strategies. Stay ahead of trends in the quantum computing and tech industries to ensure the company attracts top talent
• Collaboration & Stakeholder Management: Foster strong relationships across internal teams, providing regular updates on hiring progress, market trends, and recruitment strategies
• Employer Branding: Actively promote the company’s mission, vision, and culture to the broader talent pool. Involved in initiatives to enhance employer branding, both within the quantum computing industry and in the broader tech ecosystem
• Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI): Champion diversity and inclusion initiatives throughout the recruitment process, ensuring that diverse talent is attracted, assessed, and hired into the organization
• Data-Driven Decision Making: Use recruitment metrics, industry insights, and data analytics to measure and continuously improve the effectiveness of recruitment processes, ensuring the timely and high-quality placement of candidates

Benefits

• Financial & Retirement: 401(k) with company match, equity grants, and access to financial wellness tools and planning resources.
• Health: Competitive health coverage for you and your dependents that go beyond your standard medical, dental & vision.
• Wellness: $200 quarterly health reimbursement, 12 therapy + 6 coaching sessions with Modern Health for you and depndents, and annual membership to Care.com.
• Time Off: Discretionary Time Off (DTO) for full-time employees in addition to federal holidays and an end-of-year company shut-down.
• Family Leave: 12 weeks of paid parental leave with the support of a dedicated leave consultant.
• Flexible WOrk: Work in office, hybrid, or remote depending on your team and location.