xAI· People· Palo Alto, CA
Technical Recruiter
Comp$130,000 – $210,000
Classified Tasks (19)
Automate 5%Augment 63%Human-Only 32%
Automate (1)
Fully handled by AI agents
Monitor hiring pace using recruiting metrics and dashboards
analytical
Augment (12)
AI assists, human decides
Collaborate with technical leaders to document and clarify hiring requirements for their teams
leadership
Identify exceptional technical talent through targeted research and screening
operational
Proactively source candidates via creative research, personal networks, and direct outreach
creative
Engage candidates through outreach and sustained communication to build interest and momentum
communication
Assess candidate fit by evaluating skills, experience, and potential alignment with team needs
analytical
Communicate clearly with candidates and stakeholders throughout the hiring process
communication
Continuously improve recruiting processes to increase signal, speed, and candidate quality
operational
Analyze recruiting data to increase candidate ROI
analytical
Use data to increase candidate conversion rates
analytical
Build more efficient recruiting processes informed by data analysis
operational
Keep stakeholders informed of hiring trends through regular reporting
communication
Ensure an exceptional candidate experience at every step of the candidate journey
operational
Human-Only (6)
Requires human judgment
Serve as a strategic talent partner to hiring teams, shaping hiring strategy and candidate selection
leadership
Own full-cycle recruiting for technical roles, including sourcing, assessing, extending offers, and managing candidate experience
operational
Develop deep conviction on candidate fit through evidence-based evaluation and stakeholder input
analytical
Assess candidate motivations, decision drivers, and long-term goals to inform engagement and closing strategies
communication
Close candidates by negotiating offers, addressing concerns, and securing acceptances
leadership
Maintain a strong sense of urgency while preserving hiring quality and sound judgment
operational
Job description
ABOUT xAI xAI’s mission is to create AI systems that can accurately understand the universe and aid humanity in its pursuit of knowledge. Our team is small, highly motivated, and focused on engineering excellence. This organization is for individuals who appreciate challenging themselves and thrive on curiosity. We operate with a flat organizational structure. All employees are expected to be hands-on and to contribute directly to the company’s mission. Leadership is given to those who show initiative and consistently deliver excellence. Work ethic and strong prioritization skills are important. All employees are expected to have strong communication skills. They should be able to concisely and accurately share knowledge with their teammates. ABOUT THE ROLE: We are seeking Technical Recruiters who operate with intensity, intellectual rigor, and deep ownership to join the xAI team. In this role, you will be responsible for identifying, engaging, and closing exceptional technical talent who will shape the future of the company. You will be expected to operate as a strategic talent partner, developing deep conviction on talent, understanding candidate motivations, and communicating with clarity throughout the process. The ideal candidate is highly driven, deeply aligned with the mission, and motivated by the challenge of attracting world-class talent in a highly competitive environment. RESPONSIBILITIES: Work directly with technical leaders to deeply understand the hiring requirements for their team Own full-cycle recruiting for technical roles, including sourcing, assessment, closing, and candidate experience Build deep understanding of candidate motivations, decision drivers, and long-term goals to effectively guide and close top talent Maintain a strong sense of urgency while preserving quality and judgement Continuously improve recruiting processes to increase signal, speed, and candidate quality Leverage data to: increase candidate ROI, increase candidate conversion rates, build more efficient processes, keep stakeholders informed of hiring trends, and monitor hiring pace Proactively source candidates through creative research, networks, and direct outreach Ensure an exceptional candidate experience every step of the candidate journey BASIC QUALIFICATIONS: 5+ years of experience recruiting for technical roles at fast-paced, hyper-growth environments, whether it be agency or in-house Strong understanding of the technical talent landscape and how top talent evaluates opportunities Demonstrated success sourcing and closing highly competitive technical candidates Outcome-oriented recruiter with strong analytical skills and a proven track record of data-driven decision-making with the ability to thrive in ambiguity Highly thoughtful communicator who considers message, context, and candidate’s perspective PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE: Exceptional judgement and intellectual curiosity Strong sense of ownership and accountability for outcomes Genuine alignment with xAI’s mission and a strong desire to contribute to it Experience working with Greenh