Talent Sourcer

Talent Sourcer | Help Build the Future of Enterprise AI San Mateo, CA | Hybrid/Onsite | Contract or Contract-to-permanent Join an AI Company Transforming What's Possible! Robert Half is partnering with a rapidly growing AI technology company that is helping organizations build, train, and deploy next-generation artificial intelligence solutions. Backed by industry-leading investors and founded by pioneers in AI infrastructure, our client is shaping the future of enterprise AI through cutting-edge technology, innovation, and world-class talent. As the company continues to scale, they are seeking a strategic and driven Talent Sourcer to play a key role in identifying and engaging exceptional talent across both technical and go-to-market functions. This is an opportunity to join a high-growth environment where your ability to build pipelines, uncover hard-to-find talent, and influence hiring outcomes will have a direct impact on the organization's success.

Position Description:

The Talent Sourcer will serve as a critical partner to the Talent Acquisition team, helping build and maintain strong candidate pipelines for priority hiring initiatives. This individual will proactively identify, engage, and attract top talent while leveraging market intelligence and sourcing best practices to support hiring across engineering, AI, infrastructure, and business functions.

Responsibilities:

Proactively source and engage passive candidates through LinkedIn Recruiter, GitHub, technical communities, open-source networks, and other creative sourcing channels. Build and maintain robust talent pipelines across technical and go-to-market roles. Partner closely with recruiters, hiring managers, and business leaders to understand hiring needs and develop targeted sourcing strategies. Create compelling, personalized outreach campaigns that effectively communicate the company's mission, culture, and career opportunities. Conduct initial candidate conversations to assess qualifications, experience, and overall alignment with hiring requirements. Research competitor organizations, emerging talent pools, and industry trends to inform sourcing strategies and hiring decisions. Support diversity hiring initiatives by building inclusive candidate pipelines and implementing equitable sourcing practices. Maintain accurate candidate records and sourcing activity within the Applicant Tracking System (ATS). Monitor sourcing metrics, pipeline health, and conversion data to identify opportunities for process improvement. Continuously explore new sourcing tools, technologies, and engagement strategies to improve recruiting outcomes. Requirements: 3+ years of experience in talent sourcing, recruiting, or full-cycle recruitment. Experience supporting hiring efforts within a high-growth technology company, startup, SaaS organization, or related environment preferred. Proven success sourcing specialized technical talent, including areas such as Machine Learning, Artificial Intelligence, Large Language Models (LLMs), Cloud Infrastructure, Systems Engineering, Software Engineering, or related disciplines. Experience sourcing go-to-market talent within enterprise software, technology, or AI organizations is highly desirable. Strong knowledge of advanced sourcing methodologies, including Boolean search techniques, X-Ray searches, LinkedIn Recruiter, and alternative talent discovery platforms. Exceptional written and verbal communication skills with the ability to build relationships and engage passive candidates effectively. Experience partnering with recruiters and hiring managers to calibrate candidate profiles and develop effective sourcing strategies. Strong research, analytical, and organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple searches and competing priorities. Familiarity with ATS platforms, recruiting metrics, sourcing analytics, and pipeline reporting. Ability to work independently while maintaining a collaborative, team-oriented mindset. Adaptable, resourceful, and comfortable operating in a fast-moving, evolving environment. Bachelor's degree or equivalent detail oriented experience preferred. Preferred Qualifications: Experience recruiting or sourcing within AI, machine learning, cloud infrastructure, developer tools, or enterprise software organizations. Familiarity with technical talent markets and competitive recruiting landscapes. Experience developing sourcing strategies for difficult-to-fill or highly specialized roles. Passion for technology, innovation, and building exceptional teams.