Description
• As the Founding Recruiter for Fractional AI's new enterprise division, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the future of our organization by building the foundational engineering talent that drives our bespoke generative AI solutions. This is a unique opportunity to be at the forefront of establishing a new division within a profitable and rapidly growing startup, with the stability and resources of an established company.
• Your primary responsibility will be to attract, evaluate, and onboard elite full-stack engineers who are critical to delivering exceptional AI software to our enterprise clients. You will be instrumental in defining and executing our recruitment strategy for the next 100 hires, ensuring we maintain our high standards for talent.
• You will be tasked with leaving no stone unturned in your sourcing efforts. This includes designing and executing creative outbound email campaigns, leveraging professional networks, attending industry events, and exploring innovative channels to identify top-tier engineering talent. Your proactive approach will be key to building a robust pipeline.
• A significant part of your role will involve partnering closely with candidates throughout their entire recruitment journey. From the initial contact and screening calls to managing interviews, facilitating feedback, extending offers, and navigating negotiations, you will ensure a seamless and positive candidate experience.
• You will deeply understand candidate motivations, career aspirations, and technical capabilities, ensuring a strong alignment with both the role requirements and Fractional AI's culture and vision.
• This position offers significant autonomy to design and implement an AI-augmented, data-driven, and inclusive recruiting process. You will have the opportunity to experiment with new technologies and methodologies to enhance efficiency, effectiveness, and the overall candidate experience.
• You will be a key ambassador for Fractional AI, actively shaping and promoting our employer brand. This involves articulating our unique value proposition, highlighting our cutting-edge work in generative AI, and showcasing the exciting opportunities for engineers to contribute to transformative projects.
• The role requires a deep understanding of the nuances of different engineering skill sets, particularly in areas relevant to AI and full-stack development. You will need to grasp technical concepts to effectively assess candidates and communicate with hiring managers.
• You will be expected to bring a data-driven approach to problem-solving, consistently running experiments, measuring the impact of new recruitment strategies, and iterating based on performance metrics.
• Unrelenting reliability and a meticulous attention to detail are paramount. You will be responsible for managing multiple hiring processes simultaneously, ensuring that no critical tasks are overlooked and that the recruitment pipeline remains healthy and efficient.
• A core philosophy of building leverage will guide your work. You will actively seek opportunities to automate repetitive tasks, implement scalable solutions, and utilize AI tools to augment your effectiveness, allowing you to focus on high-impact activities.
• You will collaborate closely with the General Manager of the Enterprise division to align on critical hiring priorities and strategic workforce planning.
• Your initial 30 days will involve immersing yourself in the business, understanding the strategic goals of the enterprise division, and immediately jumping into outbound sourcing for key founding roles.
• You will contribute to brainstorming sessions and implement improvements to our existing hiring processes, ensuring they are optimized for speed, quality, and candidate experience.
• You will actively participate in bringing candidates through the full interview cycle, from initial screens to final onsite assessments.
• A key early milestone will be extending your first offer to a new team member.
• You will also engage with the broader Fractional AI culture, participating in AI lunch and learns, monthly happy hours, and project-sharing sessions to foster a strong sense of community and shared learning.
• This role is ideal for someone who thrives on challenge, is motivated by building something from the ground up, and is passionate about the intersection of AI and business transformation.
• You will be part of a team that overdelivers for clients by enabling the best engineers to thrive in an environment that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning.
• The focus is on building an engineering-first culture, which means holding a very high bar for talent and ensuring that every hire contributes to our collective success.
• This is a hands-on, build-what-you-need role, perfect for a proactive individual who enjoys creating solutions and driving results.
Requirements
• Proven success in hiring Staff, Principal, and Senior Engineers at early-stage companies, demonstrating a deep understanding of the tech hiring landscape.
• Technical fluency, with the ability to understand the nuances of different engineering skill sets (e.g., Kubernetes, React) and how they align with team needs.
• Demonstrated data-driven problem-solving skills, with a track record of running experiments and measuring new approaches to achieve recruitment goals.
• Empathy and the ability to quickly build trusted relationships with candidates, hiring managers, and interviewers.
• Unrelenting reliability and a keen attention to detail, ensuring that no tasks are dropped and processes are managed effectively.
• A strong inclination towards building leverage and automating processes, with a default to using AI to augment effectiveness.
️ Benefits
• Competitive Compensation Package: Attractive salary aligned with your experience and skills.
• 401k with Matching: Company-matched retirement plan to support your financial future.
• Unlimited PTO: Flexibility to take the time you need for rest and rejuvenation.
• Exceptional Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage: Comprehensive health benefits for you and your family.
• Health FSA: Option to manage out-of-pocket health expenses effectively.
• Commuter Benefits: Assistance to make your travel to work easier and more affordable.
• Life Insurance: Providing peace of mind for you and your loved ones.
• Team Events and Activities: Regular opportunities to build camaraderie and strengthen team spirit.