Forage is building the modern payments stack that powers inclusive commerce. Our technology enables grocers, delivery platforms, and point-of-sale systems to seamlessly accept EBT payments both online and in-store. Beyond infrastructure, we’re helping SNAP EBT shoppers stretch their grocery budgets every week, making healthy food more affordable and accessible to the 42 million Americans on food assistance.
Backed by leading fintech investors, Forage is a fast-growing startup with a clear vision and real-world impact, feeding tens of thousands of families daily. Our team is made up of kind, driven individuals who take ownership, move quickly, and collaborate closely. We value humility, curiosity, and a shared commitment to making a difference.
We’re not just building payments infrastructure — we’re helping feed tens of thousands of families each day, and transforming grocery access for millions more. Watch our story and see why we do what we do.
About the Role
We’re looking for a driven and resourceful In-House Recruiter to help us attract and hire exceptional talent as we scale. This role will own full-cycle recruiting across a variety of functions, partnering closely with hiring managers to build high-performing, mission-aligned teams.
You’ll play a critical role in shaping how we identify, engage, and hire top talent—while ensuring an outstanding candidate experience from first touch to offer.
What You’ll Do
Own full-cycle recruiting across multiple roles (technical and/or business functions depending on needs)
Partner with hiring managers to define role requirements, ideal candidate profiles, and hiring strategies
Proactively source and engage top talent through platforms like LinkedIn, referrals, and other creative channels
Manage and optimize the interview process from kickoff to offer, ensuring speed, quality, and consistency
Build strong talent pipelines for current and future hiring needs
Deliver a high-quality candidate experience that reflects our brand and values
Track and analyze recruiting metrics (pipeline health, time to fill, conversion rates)
Partner with People Ops on employer branding, recruiting processes, and tools
Support interview training and ensure structured, unbiased hiring practices
What We’re Looking For
2–5+ years of in-house recruiting experience at a high-growth startup or tech company
Experience hiring for technical, product, or go-to-market roles (fintech or SaaS preferred)
Strong sourcing skills and ability to engage passive candidates
Familiarity with ATS tools (e.g., Gem, Lever, Ashby)
Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
Ability to manage multiple roles and priorities in a fast-paced environment
Data-driven mindset with attention to detail
Passion for building teams and contributing to company growth
Nice to Have
Experience in fintech, payments, or API-driven companies
Experience scaling teams from early-stage (Series A/B) environments
Exposure to employer branding or recruiting operations
Our Offer:
Your base salary would fall within the bands below. Please keep in mind that the equity portion of your offer is not included in these numbers and represents a significant part of your total compensation.
Compensation: $110k-130k USD base + equity + benefits
Meaningful work that makes a positive impact on our society.
100% of Medical, Dental and Vision coverage for yourself and dependents.
Enjoy regular team lunches at our San Francisco office, fostering collaboration and connection over great food.
A fun and caring environment that prioritizes transparency, growth, and ownership.
A talented, high-achieving, and humble team with diverse backgrounds and viewpoints.
Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. The range displayed on each job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target for new hire salaries at our headquarters in San Francisco, California. Individual pay is determined by work location, job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.
We aim to review every application within 4 business days of submission and provide feedback on each of your interviews within 2 business days of completion. If you don't hear from us, please reach out to your recruiter or careers[at]joinforage[dot]com directly to get an update on your candidacy.
Integrity & Fairness: To maintain a fair and equitable hiring process for all candidates, we require that interviews and exercises be completed without the use of AI-powered tools. We assess candidates based on their direct experience, judgment, and communication.
Please note: We are not engaging with third-party recruiters or agencies for this role. We kindly ask that you refrain from contacting us regarding recruitment services. Fees will not be paid for unsolicited resumes sent to Forage.
Please note: Forage is unable to provide visa sponsorship for this role. Applicants must have work authorization that does not require visa sponsorship now or in the future.
About Forage
Forage is a mission-driven payments company that helps businesses accept government benefits through a single, unified API. Today, over 42 million Americans receive government assistance (ex: Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, or SNAP) to buy groceries. Starting with enabling EBT SNAP online, Forage builds the financial infrastructure empowering businesses to serve these shoppers online.
