What are the responsibilities and job description for the Technical Recruiter position at HireIO, Inc.?
Location: Santa Clara, CA (On-site / Hybrid)
Type: Full-Time
Level: Entry — Early Career
🚀 About Us
HireIO is a Silicon Valley–based executive search and HR consulting firm specializing in AI, robotics, semiconductor, and high-growth technology companies. We partner with top startups, Big Tech, and global enterprises to place world-class talent across engineering, product, and leadership roles.
Our clients include fast-scaling venture-backed companies and industry leaders shaping the future of technology.
💼 About the Role
We are looking for a motivated Junior Technical Recruiter / Associate Consultant to join our growing team. This role is ideal for someone early in their career who is passionate about technology, people, and business impact.
You will work closely with senior consultants to identify, engage, and manage high-caliber candidates across software engineering, AI/ML, robotics, product, and other technical functions.
This role offers a fast learning curve, exposure to top-tier tech companies, and a clear path toward becoming a full-cycle recruiter or client-facing consultant.
🛠️ Key Responsibilities
🎯 Talent Sourcing & Research
- Identify and engage top technical talent via LinkedIn, GitHub, professional communities, and internal databases
- Build and maintain pipelines for software, AI/ML, robotics, data, and product roles
- Conduct market mapping and competitor research
💬 Candidate Engagement
- Conduct initial outreach and screening calls
- Assess candidate motivation, skills, and cultural fit
- Maintain strong relationships with candidates throughout the hiring process
📊 Process & Coordination
- Support senior consultants in managing interview processes
- Track candidate status and maintain accurate CRM records
- Coordinate interviews, feedback collection, and offer processes
🧠 Market Intelligence
- Stay informed on trends in the tech labor market, compensation, and hiring patterns
- Share insights with the team to improve search strategies
🌟 What We’re Looking For
Must-Have
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience
- Strong communication skills in English (Chinese bilingual is a plus)
- High ownership and strong work ethic
- Strong interest in technology, startups, or recruiting
- Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment
- Detail-oriented and highly organized
Nice to Have
- Prior experience in recruiting, sales, customer-facing roles, or campus leadership
- Familiarity with LinkedIn Recruiter, ATS, or sourcing tools
- Knowledge of software engineering or AI/ML concepts
- Experience working in a startup or high-growth environment
💡 What You’ll Gain
- Direct exposure to top tech companies and founders
- Training in executive search methodologies
- Rapid career growth into full-cycle recruiting or business development roles
- Competitive base salary performance-based bonus
- Collaborative, high-performance team environment
🏆 Why Join HireIO
- Work on cutting-edge roles in AI, robotics, and emerging tech
- Clear promotion path and mentorship from experienced consultants
- Opportunity to build a powerful network in Silicon Valley
- Team-oriented culture with strong knowledge sharing
📩 How to Apply
Please submit your resume via LinkedIn or email to: Jamie@hireio.us
Salary : $45,000 - $80,000