Recruiter

Senior / Principal Software Engineering Recruiter

Hybrid | United States

The best recruiters don't need managing. They need the right platform.

Our client is looking for an experienced 360 Software Engineering Recruiter to join a high-performing team that's built around trust, autonomy, and commercial success.

This isn't a business driven by call targets or activity metrics. It's an environment where experienced recruiters are given the freedom to build their market, backed by respected leadership, a collaborative team, and a brand with genuine credibility across the technology ecosystem.

If you've built a successful desk but are looking for more support, better earning potential, or a healthier culture, this is an opportunity worth exploring.

Salary

$90,000–$110,000 base salary plus uncapped commission, with genuine opportunity to achieve exceptional total earnings.

About the business

Our client is a specialist technology recruitment firm with an established presence across the US, partnering with venture-backed startups, scale-ups, and some of the most innovative companies in the market.

Following significant growth, the business continues to expand sustainably while maintaining a close-knit team of high-performing recruiters. Leadership remains hands-on, actively billing, and committed to helping consultants maximise their success without unnecessary bureaucracy.

The company invests heavily in bringing people together through regular meetups, conferences, and client events across the US and internationally.

The opportunity

You'll own a specialist software engineering market, managing the full recruitment lifecycle from business development through to successful placements.

Success in this role comes from your ability to:

• Win new clients and build long-term commercial relationships.
• Develop deep expertise within high-growth technology markets.
• Deliver exceptional recruitment outcomes for clients and candidates alike.
• Operate independently while contributing to a collaborative, high-performing team.
• Grow a profitable desk with the support of experienced leaders who understand recruitment firsthand.

Who we're looking for

We're interested in speaking with recruiters who have:

• Proven 360 recruitment experience with a strong track record of winning new business.
• A history of billing $300,000 annually, with higher-performing recruiters particularly encouraged to apply.
• Experience recruiting software engineers or technical professionals into startup, scale-up, SaaS, AI, infrastructure, or venture-backed environments.
• The drive and maturity to thrive in a hybird, autonomous setting.
• A collaborative mindset and ambition to continue developing their career.

Cybersecurity recruitment experience is beneficial but not essential.

What you'll receive

• $90,000–$110,000 base salary plus uncapped commission.
• Access to an established client portfolio and a respected market reputation.
• Regular company meetups, conferences, and networking events.
• Significant investment in client entertainment and business development.
• A mature culture focused on performance, trust, and long-term success rather than KPIs.

Why consider this move?

This is a business that backs experienced recruiters with autonomy, support, and access to outstanding clients—without the micromanagement often found elsewhere.

If you're looking for an environment where your commercial ability is recognised and rewarded, and where you can build something meaningful for the long term, we'd be happy to tell you more.