Technical Recruiter

Atoms

$100K — $170K *
Transportation
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 3+ years of technical recruiting experience focused on hardware roles
  • Deep technical understanding of Hardware engineering concepts
  • Established network and expertise in the San Francisco Bay Area tech landscape
  • Proven ability to creatively source candidates through non-traditional channels
  • Data-driven mindset with excellent communication skills for advising hiring managers

Responsibilities

  • Drive full-cycle recruiting for Hardware engineering roles
  • Build specialized talent pipelines for Mechanical, Electrical, and Firmware engineers
  • Partner with engineering leaders to define roles and refine requirements
  • Manage candidate experience throughout the interview process
  • Analyze data and candidate metrics to optimize recruitment strategies

Benefits

  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance options
  • Company-paid life and disability insurance
  • 401(k) with company contributions
  • Discretionary vacation days and 8 paid holidays a year
  • Paid parental leave and flexible spending accounts
Full Job Description
What you'll do

  • Drive Full-Cycle Recruiting: Lead end-to-end recruitment across Autonomous Vehicles, Transportation, and Mining functions - from sourcing to closing top-tier Hardware engineering talent.
  • Build Specialized Talent Pipelines: Proactively source passive candidates with specialized experience in Hardware, Mechanical, Electrical and Firmware engineering.
  • Partner with Hiring Leaders: Collaborate directly with Hardware engineering leadership to scope critical roles, refine technical requirements, and align hiring goals.
  • Manage Candidate Experience: Deliver a high-touch, transparent interview journey that reflects our company culture and technical vision.
  • Analyze & Iterate: Use data and candidate pipeline metrics to optimize search strategies and reduce time-to-hire in a highly competitive market.

What we're looking for
  • 3+ Years of Technical Recruiting: Proven experience sourcing and closing talent across all hardware job profiles
  • Deep Technical Understanding: Ability to speak fluidly with engineers and hiring managers about complex Hardware domain challenges
  • San Francisco Bay Area Market Expertise: Established network and strong understanding of the local Bay Area tech talent landscape.
  • Creative Sourcing Capability: Track record of leveraging non-traditional candidate channels to engage hard-to-find passive talent.
  • Data-Driven & Collaborative Mindset: Analytical approach to recruitment metrics paired with strong communication skills to advise hiring managers effectively.

Why join us
  • Work on real, production-deployed autonomy.
  • Build technology that directly improves safety, efficiency, and productivity.
  • Tackle complex challenges in demanding, real-world environments.
  • Be part of a fast-moving team with high ownership and impact.
  • See your work deployed and making a difference in the field.
  • Collaborate closely with experienced engineers and industry operators.


What else you need to know

This role is based in our San Francisco or Mountain View office location. As a company driven by innovation and continuous change, close collaboration is essential. We're constantly reimagining our industry, creating new products, and refining our processes, and we do our best work together. That's why all of our office-based teams work onsite, five days a week.

Salary

The base salary range for this role is $100,000-$170,000 per year.

Actual compensation will be determined on an individual basis and may vary depending on experience, skills, and qualifications.

Base salary is just one part of your total rewards package. You may also be eligible for equity awards and an annual performance-based bonus.

Benefits Summary (USA Full-Time Exempt Employees):
  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance (multiple plans, incl. HSA options).
  • Company-paid life and disability insurance (short- and long-term).
  • Voluntary insurance: accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity.
  • Optional supplemental life insurance for self, spouse, and children.
  • Pet insurance discount.
  • 401(k).
  • Health Savings Account (HSA)
  • Flexible Spending Accounts (Healthcare, Dependent Care, Commuter)
  • Time Off policies:
    • Discretionary vacation days
    • 8 paid holidays per year
    • Paid sick time
    • Paid Bereavement leave
    • Paid Parental Leave

Benefits are subject to change at the company's discretion.
Atoms accepts applications on an ongoing basis.

Ready to join us as we serve those who serve others?

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