About the role
As a Technical Recruiter at 7AI, you will own full-cycle recruiting for Software, Machine Learning and Security Engineering roles. You won’t just “fill roles”; you’ll be a strategic partner to R&D leadership, raising the talent bar, and ensuring we hire exceptional performers who thrive in high-intensity startup environments. This role is ideal for someone who has recruited in fast-paced startup environments where performance expectations are high, talent density matters, and speed is critical; but quality is never compromised. What You’ll Do Own end-to-end recruiting for R&D (Software, ML/AI, Security Engineers etc) Partner closely with R&D leaders on headcount planning and talent strategy Develop creative, high-conviction sourcing strategies to identify and engage top 1% talent Actively source passive candidates using outbound, referrals, events, and targeted market mapping Drive structured, high-bar interview processes that prioritize performance, rigor, and culture add Close exceptional candidates in competitive markets Continuously improve recruiting processes, candidate experience, and employer brand Serve as a talent advisor — providing data-driven insights on market trends, compensation, and competitive intelligence What We’re Looking For Experience 4+ years of technical recruiting experience, with a strong focus on Software Engineering, Machine Learning and/or Security Engineering Proven success hiring top-performing Engineers in the Boston market Experience recruiting in fast-paced, high-growth startup environments, with experience in the Cybersecurity domain preferred Track record of operating in organizations with a relentlessly high performance bar Ability to translate engineering requirements into effective candidate sourcing and evaluation strategies Experience in both agency and in-house recruiting preferred Mindset High urgency and bias for action Strong judgment and ability to assess talent beyond resumes Comfort working in ambiguity and evolving org structures Highly organized and process-oriented without being bureaucratic Skills Exceptional sourcing capability and candidate engagement Strong closing skills in competitive markets Ability to influence senior stakeholders Data-driven approach to recruiting metrics and pipeline management Clear, persuasive communicator What “High Bar” Means at 7AI We hire for slope over pedigree We prioritize builders over maintainers We value intensity, resilience, and intellectual honesty We expect excellence in craft and execution We move fast — but never compromise on talent quality