Technical Sourcer, Apptronik
Contract
$67.30-79.33/hr
Office located in Sunnyvale, CA
Humanoid robot developer
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Humanoid robot developer
201-500 employees
Be an early applicant
$67.30-79.33/hr
Office located in Sunnyvale, CA
201-500 employees
Company mission
To leverage robotics to improve universal quality of life.
Role
Who you are
- Proven ability to quickly grasp complex technical concepts and fluently pivot between sourcing for software, hardware, and product management domains
- Strong interest and hands-on capability in unearthing niche talent using creative sourcing techniques beyond standard job postings
- Demonstrated ability to build trusted partnerships with local Mountain View site leadership, diverse interview teams, and candidates alike
- Outstanding organizational skills with a proven ability to manage real-time interview logistics, scheduling variables, and physical on-site hosting independently
- Comfortable operating as the lone recruiting footprint in a satellite office; self-motivated, proactive, and resilient through changing business and engineering priorities
- High proficiency with modern applicant tracking systems (e.g., Greenhouse, Lever, Ashby) and sourcing discovery tools
- Embodies the company values of Curiosity, Humility, Integrity, Passion, and Creativity (CHIPC)
- 5+ years of technical sourcing or full-cycle recruiting experience in a fast-paced startup or high-growth technology environment
- Demonstrated track record of successfully mapping talent and building pipelines across a mixed portfolio of hardware, software, and product roles
- Prior experience collaborating with local office stakeholders and running end-to-end interview coordination loops
- Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer
- Must be able to lift 15 pounds at times
- Vision to read printed materials and a computer screen
- Hearing and speech to communicate clearly with on-site candidates and internal teams
What the job involves
- We are seeking a highly motivated, versatile, and execution-oriented Contract Technical Sourcer (6-month minimum) to support our fast-paced hiring needs across software, hardware, and product teams
- In this role, you will not be restricted to a single technical specialty; instead, you will float dynamically across multiple disciplines to build high-quality talent pipelines for our Mountain View, CA office
- Additionally, as the sole recruiting team member sitting in our Mountain View location, you will serve as the operational engine and talent advisor for local hiring—taking on critical responsibilities to partner with local site leadership and cross-functional interviewing teams to coordinate, host, and facilitate all CA office-specific on-site interview loops
- Partner with recruiters and hiring managers to deeply understand technical requirements across diverse engineering domains, including Hardware (ME, EE, Embedded), Software, and Product roles
- Source qualified passive candidates using various channels, including LinkedIn Recruiter, GitHub, technical publications, and active networking within deep tech, software, and hardware communities
- Screen resumes and conduct initial vetting calls, accurately assessing candidates for technical baseline capability, alignment with role scope, and cultural add
- Act as the primary on-site Talent Acquisition representative and strategic partner for the Mountain View office. Collaborate closely with local site leadership and cross-functional interviewing teams to coordinate, host, and facilitate all CA-specific on-site interview loops, ensuring a seamless, high-touch experience
- Manage candidate pipelines and applicant tracking system (Greenhouse) data entry with a high degree of accuracy and compliance
- Provide regular, data-driven pipeline updates to hiring managers and the broader People team regarding talent market conditions across software, hardware, and product landscapes
Our take
Apptronik specialises in the development of advanced robotic systems designed to enhance and automate various industrial processes. The company's flagship product, The Apollo humanoid robot, is engineered to perform low-skill, physically demanding tasks that are repetitive and crucial for manufacturing efficiency.
The company's expertise extends beyond robotics into the broader realm of artificial intelligence and automation, contributing to its rapid growth and increasing prominence in the tech industry. Apptronik's products are designed to integrate seamlessly into existing workflows, offering solutions that address labour shortages and improve operational efficiency.
The company's partnership with Mercedes-Benz marks a significant milestone for both companies. This agreement to pilot Apollo robots in Mercedes-Benz manufacturing facilities represents Apptronik's first publicly announced commercial deployment. This is an exciting opportunity for the company, and as the industry continues to evolve, Apptronik is poised to leverage its technology to meet increasing demands in the robotics and automation sectors.
Kirsty
Company Specialist at Welcome to the Jungle
Insights
35% employee growth in 12 months
Company
Funding (last 2 of 4 rounds)
Feb 2026
$520m
SERIES A
Mar 2025
$415m
SERIES A
Total funding: $949.9m
Company HQ
North Burnet, Austin, TX
Leadership
Jeff Cardenas
(Co-Founder & CEO)Received a Master of Science in Technology Commercialization from the University of Texas. Founded multiple startups and non-profits. Previously worked at IC2 Institute at UT Austin and in Technology at Deloitte Consulting.
Dr. Nick Paine
(Co-Founder & CTO)B.S., M.S. and Ph.D in Electrical and Computer Engineering from the University of Texas in Austin. Previously a member of the NASA-JSC DARPA Robotics Challenge team which developed high-performance hardware and software for robotic control.
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