Senior Technical Sourcer

Saronic Technologies; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Time Off

Parental Leave

Competitive Salary

401(k)

Stock Options

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Pet Insurance

Free Lunch

Free Drinks

Snacks

Job summary

Saronic Technologies seeks a Senior Technical Sourcer to identify and engage world-class engineering talent across autonomous systems, robotics, AI/ML, hardware, and electrical domains in a fast-paced defense environment.

You will partner with recruiters and engineering leaders to build long-term pipelines, conduct initial technical screens, and maintain high-quality candidate experiences while tracking sourcing metrics.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of technical sourcing or recruiting experience, including 3+ years supporting deeply technical engineering roles.
• Proven success sourcing in Computer Vision, Machine Learning, Electrical, Embedded, Robotics, or related fields.
• Strong proficiency with advanced sourcing tools and Boolean techniques.
• Experience in defense, aerospace, robotics, manufacturing, or other regulated environments.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to influence senior technical stakeholders.
• Ability to manage multiple high-priority searches independently in a startup environment.

Responsibilities

• Proactively source hard-to-find talent across Computer Vision, Machine Learning, Robotics, Electrical, Embedded, Autonomy, and Systems Engineering
• Develop creative sourcing strategies using LinkedIn Recruiter, GitHub, Stack Overflow, referrals, events, and targeted research
• Build and maintain long-term pipelines for critical and future hiring needs
• Partner with recruiters and hiring managers to define search strategies and align on priorities
• Conduct initial screens to assess technical depth, domain expertise, and program eligibility (including defense requirements)
• Provide market insights and track sourcing metrics to continuously improve effectiveness
• Maintain accurate and organized records of sourcing activity within the ATS
• Track and analyze sourcing metrics including pipeline health, conversion rates, and time-to-engagement
• Ensure a high-quality candidate experience through thoughtful communication and timely follow-up

Skills

Technical sourcing

Candidate engagement

Stakeholder management

Communication skills

Project management

Independent work

Tools

Boolean search

LinkedIn Recruiter

GitHub

Stack Overflow

ATS

Job description

Saronic Technologies is a leader in revolutionizing autonomy at sea, dedicated to developing state-of-the-art solutions that enhance maritime operations through autonomous and intelligent platforms.

Job Overview

As a Senior Technical Sourcer, you will identify and engage world-class engineering talent across autonomous systems, robotics, AI/ML, hardware, and electrical. You will focus on uncovering highly specialized, often passive candidates and partnering closely with recruiters and engineering leaders to build strong, forward-looking talent pipelines in a fast-paced defense environment.

Responsibilities

• Proactively source hard-to-find talent across Computer Vision, Machine Learning, Robotics, Electrical, Embedded, Autonomy, and Systems Engineering
• Develop creative sourcing strategies using LinkedIn Recruiter, GitHub, Stack Overflow, referrals, events, and targeted research
• Build and maintain long-term pipelines for critical and future hiring needs
• Partner with recruiters and hiring managers to define search strategies and align on priorities
• Conduct initial screens to assess technical depth, domain expertise, and program eligibility (including defense requirements)
• Provide market insights and track sourcing metrics to continuously improve effectiveness
• Maintain accurate and organized records of sourcing activity within the ATS
• Track and analyze sourcing metrics including pipeline health, conversion rates, and time-to-engagement
• Ensure a high-quality candidate experience through thoughtful communication and timely follow-up

Qualifications

• 5+ years of technical sourcing or recruiting experience, including 3+ years supporting deeply technical engineering roles
• Proven success sourcing in Computer Vision, Machine Learning, Electrical, Embedded, Robotics, or related fields
• Strong proficiency with advanced sourcing tools and Boolean techniques
• Experience in defense, aerospace, robotics, manufacturing, or other regulated environments
• Excellent communication skills and ability to influence senior technical stakeholders
• Ability to manage multiple high-priority searches independently in a startup environment

Preferred

• Experience supporting roles within defense, aerospace, robotics, manufacturing, or other highly regulated technical environments
• Background in high-growth or scaling organizations
• Working knowledge of autonomous systems and hardware/software integration landscapes

Physical Demands

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Lifting and carrying items up to 20 pounds occasionally (e.g., office supplies, packages).

Benefits

• Medical Insurance: Comprehensive health insurance plans covering a range of services
• Saronic pays 100% of the premium for employees and 80% for dependents
• Dental and Vision Insurance: Coverage for routine dental check-ups, orthodontics, and vision care
• Saronic pays 100% of the premium under the basic plan for employees and 80% for dependents
• Time Off: Generous PTO and Holidays
• Parental Leave: Paid maternity and paternity leave to support new parents
• Competitive Salary: Industry-standard salaries with opportunities for performance-based bonuses
• Retirement Plan: 401(k) plan with company match
• Stock Options: Equity options to give employees a stake in the company’s success
• Life and Disability Insurance: Basic life insurance and short- and long-term disability coverage
• Pet Insurance: Discounted pet insurance options including 24/7 Telehealth helpline
• Additional Perks: Free lunch benefit and unlimited free drinks and snacks in the office

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