Technical Recruiter, AI
Join Perplexity as a Technical Recruiter to leverage AI tools in sourcing top technical talent for a fast-paced startup environment.
Skills & Technologies
AI in the day-to-day
Use AI to sharpen every stage of the funnel, from drafting compelling outreach to mapping talent pools and identifying non-obvious candidates.
Requirements
- Experience
- 5+ years
Joblaze summary
In the role of Technical Recruiter at Perplexity, the individual will focus on developing and implementing innovative sourcing strategies to attract top technical talent, utilizing AI tools to enhance every stage of the recruitment process. Key skills include a strong background in full-cycle technical recruiting, experience in high-growth startups, and proficiency with various Applicant Tracking Systems. This position is well-suited for seasoned recruiters who excel in fast-paced environments and possess a deep understanding of the AI landscape. Perplexity's emphasis on leveraging AI in recruiting reflects its commitment to staying ahead in a competitive market.
Joblaze insights
- Listed 10 days ago on Joblaze — tracked directly from Perplexity's career page.
- Perplexity has 101 other open roles including Litigation Paralegal, Principal Counsel, Corporate, Sr. Executive Sourcer.
- 626 active AI roles on Joblaze right now.
- 4 active Recruiting roles on Joblaze right now.
- Typical AI salary we track runs $127,666–$215,200 (median $168,000, across 325 roles). See AI salary trends
Quick facts
- How much experience is required?
- At least 5 years of relevant experience for this Technical Recruiter, AI role.
- What's the tech stack?
- Joblaze extracted these technologies from the posting: AI, Recruiting.
- What seniority level is this role?
- Perplexity targets mid-level candidates for this position.
- Is this full-time or contract?
- Full-time for this Technical Recruiter, AI role at Perplexity.
From the original posting
We are seeking an experienced Technical Recruiter to partner closely with engineering leadership and drive a best-in-class hiring experience. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record as a full-cycle technical recruiter in high-growth environments. Success in this role requires strong stakeholder management skills, creative AI-augmented sourcing strategies, and the ability to deliver high-quality hires in a fast-paced startup setting.
Beyond the expected; this role requires both a superior level of operational wizardry; and a mastery of storytelling, steeped in a comprehensive understanding of the AI market and technology landscape. You won't just keep pace with how AI is reshaping recruiting, you'll be the one putting those tools to work, using them to find signals others miss and to move faster than the market.
What You'll Do
Develop and execute innovative sourcing strategies, leveraging AI tools to surface, engage, and attract top technical talent at scale
Use AI to sharpen every stage of the funnel, from drafting compelling outreach to mapping talent pools and identifying non-obvious candidates
Manage the candidate experience throughout the recruitment process, providing timely feedback and updates
Build strong partnerships with hiring managers to understand technical requirements and team dynamics
Negotiate job offers and close candidates
Analyze recruiting metrics and refine processes, using AI to turn data into faster, smarter hiring decisions
Stay ahead of industry trends, emerging AI recruiting tools, and best practices in technical recruiting
What You Bring
5+ years of full-cycle technical recruiting experience
Experience working at a high-growth startup
Proven track record of successfully placing top-tier technical talent
Hands-on experience using AI tools to enhance sourcing, screening, or candidate engagement
Fluency with varied Applicant Tracking Systems (Ashby preferred)
Strong analytical and data-driven decision-making skills
Proactive, flexible, with excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, rapidly changing environment
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