Sr. Technical Recruiter

Gusto; San Francisco (CA); Hybrid; USD 132,000 - 185,000; Full time

Job summary

Gusto in San Francisco is seeking a Technical Recruiter to own full-cycle recruiting for key technology roles, collaborating with hiring partners, and building a strong candidate pipeline. This role supports scaling a fast-growing tech company and shaping talent strategy.

You will partner with Compensation, People Partners, and Exec Operations, drive inclusive recruiting, and leverage AI tools to improve efficiency while delivering a positive candidate experience.

Qualifications

• 6+ years of full-cycle recruiting experience, including 2+ years in a high-growth tech environment.
• Demonstrated success in req-based recruiting, with a focus on mid- to senior-level hiring.
• Strong track record of influencing and coaching hiring partners through the recruiting lifecycle.
• Proficient with Greenhouse, Gem, Slack, LinkedIn Recruiter, and G-Suite; experience using AI and talent intelligence tools to improve efficiency.
• Growth mindset toward AI adoption and ability to integrate new tools into recruiting workflows responsibly.
• Committed to inclusive hiring practices with experience building representative pipelines.

Responsibilities

• Own full-cycle recruiting for roles at Gusto, with a focus on req-based hiring and strategic alignment to business needs.
• Partner closely with Hiring Partners to understand org goals and develop customized hiring plans that drive results.
• Build deep, consultative relationships with hiring managers, navigating complex hiring environments with clarity.
• Develop tailored strategies to attract, engage, and close exceptional talent through sourcing and outreach channels.
• Provide a thoughtful, high-touch candidate experience throughout the process.
• Collaborate with Compensation, People Partners, and Executive Operations for seamless execution.
• Improve recruiting processes to scale efficiently for the Invite team.
• Challenge the status quo with ideas to elevate recruiting at Gusto.

Skills

Full-cycle recruiting

High-growth tech

Stakeholder management

AI tools in recruiting

Diversity & inclusion recruiting

Tools

Greenhouse

Gem

Slack

LinkedIn Recruiter

G-Suite

ChatGPT / AI tooling

Job description

About Gusto

At Gusto, we're on a mission to grow the small business economy. We handle the hard stuff — payroll, health insurance, 401(k)s, and HR — so owners can focus on their craft and their customers. With teams in Denver, San Francisco, and New York, we support more than 500,000 small businesses nationwide and are building a workplace that reflects the people we serve.

About Gusto

At Gusto, we're on a mission to grow the small business economy. We handle the hard stuff — payroll, health insurance, 401(k)s, and HR — so owners can focus on their craft and their customers. With teams in Denver, San Francisco, and New York, we support more than 500,000 small businesses nationwide and are building a workplace that reflects the people we serve. All full-time employees receive competitive base pay, benefits, and equity (RSUs) — because everyone who helps build Gusto should share in its success. Offer amounts are determined by role, level, and location. Learn more about our Total Rewards philosophy. AI is a fundamental part of how work gets done at Gusto. We expect all team members to actively engage with AI tools relevant to their role and grow their fluency as the technology evolves. AI experience requirements vary by role and will be assessed during the interview process.

We’re seeking a Technical Recruiter who’s passionate about discovering top talent, driving company growth, and helping people develop successful careers. In this position, you'll be a strong collaborative partner to our hiring partners, consulting with them around talent acquisition strategies & hiring processes, and executing against the team’s hiring goals. Additionally, we are looking for a recruiter who has experience in scaling technology companies and is eager to take on their next challenge building the next phase of Gusto’s organization. Most importantly, we're looking for someone who will take ownership of building a strong candidate pipeline and ensuring a positive candidate experience throughout the hiring process at Gusto.

Here’s What You’ll Do Day-to-day

• Own full-cycle recruiting for roles at Gusto, with a focus on req-based hiring and strategic alignment to business needs.
• Partner closely with Hiring PEs to understand org goals and develop customized hiring plans that drive results.
• Build deep, consultative relationships with hiring managers, navigating complex or evolving hiring environments with clarity and confidence.
• Develop tailored strategies to attract, engage, and close exceptional talent through representative sourcing and outreach channels to help build belonging at Gusto.
• Provide a thoughtful, high-touch candidate experience throughout the entire process.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with teams like Compensation, People Partners, and Executive Operations to ensure seamless execution.
• Contribute to and improve recruiting processes that enable the Invite team to scale efficiently.
• Proactively challenge the status quo, offering creative ideas to elevate the craft of recruiting at Gusto.

Here’s What We're Looking For

• 6+ years of full-cycle recruiting experience, including 2+ years in a high-growth tech environment.
• Demonstrated success in req-based recruiting, with a focus on mid- to senior-level hiring.
• Strong track record of influencing and coaching hiring PEs through the entire recruiting lifecycle.
• Proficient with Greenhouse, Gem, Slack, LinkedIn Recruiter, and G-Suite; Demonstrated experience using AI and talent intelligence tools (e.g., ChatGPT, LinkedIn AI, sourcing automation, competitive insights) to improve efficiency and quality of work.
• Growth mindset toward AI adoption and ability to integrate new tools into recruiting workflows responsibly.
• Committed to inclusive hiring practices, with experience building representative pipelines and partnering to foster belonging.
• Comfortable using funnel metrics and data to inform hiring strategy and drive efficiency.
• Thrive in a fast-paced, ever-evolving environment and enjoy working collaboratively across teams.
• Passionate about Gusto’s mission and the role small businesses play in the world.

Our cash compensation amount for this role is $132,000 to $163,000 in Denver & most major metro locations, and $150,000 to $185,000 for San Francisco & New York. Final offer amounts are determined by multiple factors including candidate location, experience and expertise and may vary from the amounts listed above.
Gusto has physical office spaces in Denver, San Francisco, and New York City. Employees who are based in those locations will be expected to work from the office on designated days approximately 2-3 days per week (or more depending on role). The same office expectations apply to all Symmetry roles, Gusto's subsidiary, whose physical office is in Scottsdale.
Note: The San Francisco office expectations encompass both the San Francisco and San Jose metro areas.
When approved to work from a location other than a Gusto office, a secure, reliable, and consistent internet connection is required. This includes non-office days for hybrid employees.
Our customers come from all walks of life and so do we. We hire great people from a wide variety of backgrounds, not just because it's the right thing to do, but because it makes our company stronger. If you share our values and our enthusiasm for small businesses, you will find a home at Gusto.
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