Technical Recruiter, AI

perplexity· People
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📍 San FranciscoFullTime💰 USD 165K–200K

About this role

We are seeking an experienced Technical Recruiter to partner closely with engineering leadership and drive a best-in-class hiring experience. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record as a full-cycle technical recruiter in high-growth environments. Success in this role requires strong stakeholder management skills, creative AI-augmented sourcing strategies, and the ability to deliver high-quality hires in a fast-paced startup setting.

Beyond the expected; this role requires both a superior level of operational wizardry; and a mastery of storytelling, steeped in a comprehensive understanding of the AI market and technology landscape. You won't just keep pace with how AI is reshaping recruiting, you'll be the one putting those tools to work, using them to find signals others miss and to move faster than the market.

What You'll Do

  • Develop and execute innovative sourcing strategies, leveraging AI tools to surface, engage, and attract top technical talent at scale

  • Use AI to sharpen every stage of the funnel, from drafting compelling outreach to mapping talent pools and identifying non-obvious candidates

  • Manage the candidate experience throughout the recruitment process, providing timely feedback and updates

  • Build strong partnerships with hiring managers to understand technical requirements and team dynamics

  • Negotiate job offers and close candidates

  • Analyze recruiting metrics and refine processes, using AI to turn data into faster, smarter hiring decisions

  • Stay ahead of industry trends, emerging AI recruiting tools, and best practices in technical recruiting

What You Bring

  • 5+ years of full-cycle technical recruiting experience

  • Experience working at a high-growth startup

  • Proven track record of successfully placing top-tier technical talent

  • Hands-on experience using AI tools to enhance sourcing, screening, or candidate engagement

  • Fluency with varied Applicant Tracking Systems (Ashby preferred)

  • Strong analytical and data-driven decision-making skills

  • Proactive, flexible, with excellent communication and interpersonal skills

  • Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, rapidly changing environment

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the salary for the Technical Recruiter, AI role at perplexity?
The listed salary for this Technical Recruiter, AI position at perplexity is USD 165K–200K. This is an FullTime role.
Where is the Technical Recruiter, AI position at perplexity located?
This Technical Recruiter, AI role at perplexity is based in San Francisco. The position is listed as on-site or hybrid. Check the full job description or apply directly to confirm the work arrangement.
Is the Technical Recruiter, AI role at perplexity full-time or part-time?
This is listed as a FullTime position. It is posted as a Technical Recruiter, AI role in the People department at perplexity.
Which team or department does the Technical Recruiter, AI at perplexity belong to?
This Technical Recruiter, AI position is part of the People department at perplexity. See the full job description for more information about the team structure and responsibilities.
How do I apply for the Technical Recruiter, AI position at perplexity?
Click the "Apply Now" button on this page. You will be redirected to perplexity's official application portal hosted on ashby where you can submit your application directly.
When was the Technical Recruiter, AI job at perplexity posted?
This Technical Recruiter, AI position at perplexity was posted on Aug 12, 2026. Apply as soon as possible — early applications are often reviewed first.
Technical Recruiter, AI
perplexity · 💰 USD 165K–200K
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