Hardtech Recruiter, First Resonance

• 5+ years of full-cycle technical recruiting experience across in-house startup environments or specialized recruitment agencies
• Hardtech / Deep-Tech Exposure: Prior experience recruiting within aerospace, defense, energy, manufacturing, or regulated hardware sectors
• Proven Track Record in Tech Hiring: Success in filling complex technical roles, specifically Software Engineering, Product, and Solutions Engineering profiles
• Outbound Sourcing Mindset: Skilled at building active candidate networks rather than relying solely on inbound applicant flow
• Data-Informed Approach: Demonstrated ability to track recruiting funnel metrics and leverage ATS data to solve hiring bottlenecks
• Strong Communication: Exceptional verbal and written communication skills with a candidate-first approach
• Startup Agility: Thrives in fast-moving, evolving environments where you can build processes from the ground up

Desirable

• We are seeking a Technical Talent Acquisition Partner (Hardtech focus) to lead full-lifecycle recruitment for our core engineering and product functions
• In this high-impact role, you will drive candidate pipelines for Software Engineers, Product Managers, and Forward Deployed Engineers, while expanding into key corporate positions (Sales, Finance, Ops) as we scale
• You’ll work directly alongside founders, engineering leaders, and hiring managers to define hiring bars, refine candidate evaluation, and attract top-tier talent to our team
• End-to-End Recruiting: Drive full lifecycle recruitment—from outbound sourcing and candidate screening to offer architecture and closing
• Hiring Strategy & Alignment: Partner with department leaders to build detailed job profiles, standardized scorecards, and structured interview loops
• Proactive Sourcing: Leverage creative outbound channels (LinkedIn Recruiter, GitHub, hardware/engineering networks, referrals) to engage passive technical talent
• Structured Interviewing: Facilitate debrief sessions and post-interview calibration meetings to maintain high hiring standards and minimize bias
• Metrics & ATS Management: Ensure high pipeline visibility and tracking accuracy within our ATS to optimize conversion rates and time-to-fill metrics
• Candidate Experience & Brand: Serve as a primary ambassador for First Resonance, delivering an exceptional, authentic experience across all touchpoints
• Scale & Operations: Draft recruitment assets, outreach campaigns, and candidate materials while assisting with non-technical hiring as capacity allows