Technical Recruiter (AI & Strategic Hiring) (Contract)

Salesforce; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 75,000 - 113,500; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Time-off programs

Medical benefits

Employee stock purchasing program

Job summary

Salesforce is looking for an experienced Technical Recruiter to join their team in Chicago. This pivotal role focuses on sourcing and hiring senior technical leaders in AI and cloud technology domains. Ideal candidates will have over 6 years of recruitment experience, particularly in customer-facing technical roles.

The position requires a hybrid work schedule, demanding a minimum of 3 days in the office. Compensation ranges from $75,000 to $113,500 annually, complemented by a comprehensive benefits package, including health support and a 401(k).

Qualifications

• 6+ years of experience recruiting technical talent within enterprise software or cloud industries.
• Proven success hiring for customer-facing technical roles.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, ambiguous environment.

Responsibilities

• Recruit senior technical talent for various roles within the company.
• Develop sourcing strategies to attract passive candidates.
• Serve as a talent advisor to hiring leaders.

Skills

Recruiting experience

Sourcing strategies

Understanding of enterprise technology

Networking skills

Ability to manage multiple priorities

Tools

Workday

LinkedIn Recruiter

Slack

Google Workspace

Job description

Job Overview

We are seeking an experienced Technical Recruiter to support our high‑growth Agentforce and AI organization. This 6‑month contract role focuses on identifying, engaging, and hiring senior customer‑facing technical leaders across AI, enterprise architecture, consulting, and cloud technology domains.

Location & Schedule

Hybrid schedule requiring a minimum of 3 days per week in‑office.

Your Impact

• Recruit and hire senior technical talent including Strategic Builders, AI Solution Architects, Enterprise Architects, Technical Consultants, and Technical Advisors.
• Develop and execute sourcing strategies to attract passive talent from leading technology, cloud, consulting, and enterprise software organizations.
• Serve as a trusted talent advisor to hiring leaders by providing market insights, pipeline updates, and hiring recommendations.
• Navigate ambiguity and translate evolving business priorities into scalable recruiting strategies.
• Deliver a best‑in‑class candidate experience while driving successful hiring outcomes through a data‑driven approach.

Required Qualifications

• 6+ years of recruiting experience (agency and/or in‑house) hiring technical talent within enterprise software, cloud, AI, consulting, or professional services organizations.
• Proven success recruiting for complex, customer‑facing technical roles such as Solution Architects, Enterprise Architects, Technical Consultants, Professional Services Leaders, AI Consultants, Technical Account Managers, or Customer Success Architects.
• Strong understanding of enterprise technology, cloud platforms, AI/LLM ecosystems, data platforms, and solution architecture functions.
• Demonstrated expertise sourcing and hiring passive talent through advanced sourcing, networking, and competitive intelligence strategies.
• Ability to thrive in a fast‑paced, ambiguous environment while managing multiple priorities.
• Experience with Workday, LinkedIn Recruiter, Gem, Slack, GoodTime, and Google Workspace preferred.
• Ability to work in‑office a minimum of 3 days per week.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience recruiting for AI, cloud, enterprise architecture, or professional services organizations.
• Familiarity with Salesforce, Agentforce, Data Cloud, CRM technologies, or adjacent enterprise platforms.
• Experience hiring senior technical advisors who engage directly with executive stakeholders and drive enterprise transformation initiatives.

Compensation & Benefits

Compensation offered will be determined by factors such as location, job level, and experience. The base salary range for this position is $75,000 – $113,500 annually. In select cities within the San Francisco and New York City metropolitan areas, the base salary range is $90,200 – $124,000 annually. The range represents base salary only and does not include company bonus, incentive for sales roles, equity, or benefits, as applicable.

Salesforce offers benefits including time‑off programs, medical, dental, vision, mental health support, paid parental leave, life and disability insurance, 401(k), and an employee stock purchasing program.

Accommodations

If you need a reasonable accommodation during the application or recruiting process, please submit a request via the Accommodations Request Form.

EEO Statement

Salesforce is an equal opportunity employer and maintains a policy of non‑discrimination with all employees and applicants for employment. Any employee or potential employee will be assessed on the basis of merit, competence, and qualifications – without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender expression or identity, transgender status, age, disability, veteran or marital status, political viewpoint, or other classifications protected by law. This policy applies to recruiting, hiring, job assignment, compensation, promotion, benefits, training, assessment of job performance, discipline, and termination. In the United States, compensation offered will be determined by factors such as location, job level, job‑related knowledge, skills, and experience. Certain roles may be eligible for incentive compensation, equity, and benefits. Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance and the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring, Salesforce will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.