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Technical Recruiter (Inference)

Join Etched as a Technical Recruiter to build relationships and drive the recruiting process in a fast-paced AI/ML startup.

Location
San Jose
Compensation
Not disclosed
Level
mid
Type
full time · On-site

Posted by employer 8 months ago

First seen on Joblaze 4 days ago

Last verified on the company career page 13 hours ago

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Skills & Technologies

What you'll build

  • Own the full-cycle recruiting process
  • Build strong partnerships with hiring managers
  • Source candidates in unconventional places
  • Facilitate structured interview loops
  • Continuously improve recruiting systems

Must have

  • 5+ years of experience recruiting non-technical talent
  • Evaluate technical depth and cultural fit
  • Resourceful in finding exceptional candidates
  • Thrive in ambiguity
  • Care about candidate experience

Nice to have

  • Familiarity with AI, semiconductor, or hardware engineering talent landscape
  • Track record of hiring exceptional engineers

Requirements

Experience
5+ years

Not disclosed in this posting: compensation, visa sponsorship.

Benefits

Wellness Benefits Daily Meals Housing Subsidy Health Insurance Relocation Assistance

Joblaze summary

The Technical Recruiter at Etched is responsible for managing the entire recruitment process, from sourcing candidates to finalizing offers, with a focus on high-quality talent acquisition in the supercomputing and machine learning sectors. This role requires expertise in evaluating both technical skills and cultural fit, along with a knack for sourcing candidates from unconventional platforms. Ideal candidates have over five years of experience in competitive markets and a strong understanding of the AI and semiconductor landscapes. Etched emphasizes a collaborative environment where engineering and research intersect, fostering a culture of operational excellence.

Joblaze insights

  • Listed 4 days ago — first seen on Joblaze September 21, 2026. Last confirmed on Etched's careers page September 25, 2026.
  • AI/ML appears in 52.7% of 459 comparable mid ai/ml roles in United States.

Quick facts

Is the Technical Recruiter (Inference) role remote?
No — this is an on-site role in San Jose.
How much experience is required?
At least 5 years of relevant experience for this Technical Recruiter (Inference) role.
Where is the role based?
Etched is hiring for this position in San Jose.
What's the tech stack?
Joblaze extracted these technologies from the posting: AI/ML.
What seniority level is this role?
Etched targets mid-level candidates for this position.
Is this full-time or contract?
Full-time for this Technical Recruiter (Inference) role at Etched.

From the original posting

Job Summary

As we scale, we’re looking for a Technical Recruiter (Inference) to build and own some of the most high-leverage, relationship-driven parts of our recruiting function. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in fast-paced, high-talent-density environments and loves the hunt.

 

What You’ll Do

  • Own the full-cycle recruiting process, from sourcing through offer, ensuring top-of-funnel quality and fast, high-signal decision-making

  • Build strong partnerships with hiring managers and advocate for both candidates and company needs

  • Source candidates in unconventional places - e.g., GitHub repos, preprint authors on arXiv, contributors to Apache mailing lists, or insightful Twitter threads

  • Facilitate structured interview loops, track candidate performance, and lead debriefs alongside hiring managers and leadership

  • Manage offers and close processes in collaboration with hiring managers and leaders

  • Continuously improve our recruiting systems, workflows, and candidate experience

You may be a good fit if you have

  • Have 5+ years of experience recruiting non-technical talent in highly competitive markets

  • Can evaluate both technical depth and cultural fit with nuance and clarity

  • Are resourceful in finding exceptional candidates beyond the obvious platforms

  • Thrive in ambiguity and enjoy building systems from scratch

  • Care deeply about candidate experience and operational excellence

     
  • Familiarity with the AI, semiconductor, or hardware engineering talent landscape

  • A track record of hiring exceptional engineers in niche or emerging fields

 

Benefits

  • Medical, dental, and vision packages with generous premium coverage

    • $500 per month credit for waiving medical benefits

  • Housing subsidy of $2.5k per month for those living within walking distance of the office

  • Daily lunch + dinner in our office

  • Unlimited compute budget subject to ROI justification

 

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