What are the responsibilities and job description for the Talent Sourcer position at Suno?
About Suno
We're building the world's first creative entertainment platform, where the entire world can feel the joy and fulfilment of making music. Music is for everyone: Our users include everyone from grandmothers creating songs for their loved ones, to Grammy winners using Suno Studio, our power tool, to make the most popular hits in the world.
Building the future of entertainment requires ambition. The pace is fast, the problems are hard, and the work demands ownership and intensity. For the right people, it’s incredibly rewarding: a chance to shape a new medium, work with a small team that cares deeply about quality, make music, drink too much coffee, and build something that millions of people use to express themselves in ways that were never before possible.
Suno is the fastest growing consumer entertainment company and the leader in AI music. We are backed by leading investors including Bond Capital, Menlo Ventures, Lightspeed Venture Partners, IVP, Forerunner, Union Square Ventures, Alkeon, Quiet, Matrix Partners, Schroders Capital and, NVentures (venture arm of NVIDIA).
About The Role
We're looking for a talented Talent Sourcer to join our growing team at Suno. This is a new role created to support our most critical hiring needs across the organization. In this role, you'll focus exclusively on sourcing exceptional candidates for our P0 (highest priority) roles spanning engineering, product, design, business operations, GTM, and more. You'll partner closely with our recruiting team and hiring managers to build robust pipelines of qualified talent, leveraging creative sourcing strategies to identify individuals who will thrive in our innovative and collaborative environment. As an early-stage startup, you'll have the opportunity to shape our sourcing strategies, tap into niche talent communities, and play a crucial role in scaling our team as we revolutionize music creation through AI.
Check out our Suno version of the job here: https://suno.com/s/SUflQJGs5iAbSqsR
What You'll Do
The annual salary range for this role is $80K – $120K target equity benefits (including medical, dental, vision, and 401k)
Suno is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider qualified applicants without regard to race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, marital or family status, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other legally protected basis under provincial, federal, state, and local laws, regulations, or ordinances. We will also consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of state and local laws, including the Massachusetts Fair Chance in Employment Act, NYC Fair Chance Act, LA City Fair Chance Ordinance, and San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.
We're building the world's first creative entertainment platform, where the entire world can feel the joy and fulfilment of making music. Music is for everyone: Our users include everyone from grandmothers creating songs for their loved ones, to Grammy winners using Suno Studio, our power tool, to make the most popular hits in the world.
Building the future of entertainment requires ambition. The pace is fast, the problems are hard, and the work demands ownership and intensity. For the right people, it’s incredibly rewarding: a chance to shape a new medium, work with a small team that cares deeply about quality, make music, drink too much coffee, and build something that millions of people use to express themselves in ways that were never before possible.
Suno is the fastest growing consumer entertainment company and the leader in AI music. We are backed by leading investors including Bond Capital, Menlo Ventures, Lightspeed Venture Partners, IVP, Forerunner, Union Square Ventures, Alkeon, Quiet, Matrix Partners, Schroders Capital and, NVentures (venture arm of NVIDIA).
About The Role
We're looking for a talented Talent Sourcer to join our growing team at Suno. This is a new role created to support our most critical hiring needs across the organization. In this role, you'll focus exclusively on sourcing exceptional candidates for our P0 (highest priority) roles spanning engineering, product, design, business operations, GTM, and more. You'll partner closely with our recruiting team and hiring managers to build robust pipelines of qualified talent, leveraging creative sourcing strategies to identify individuals who will thrive in our innovative and collaborative environment. As an early-stage startup, you'll have the opportunity to shape our sourcing strategies, tap into niche talent communities, and play a crucial role in scaling our team as we revolutionize music creation through AI.
Check out our Suno version of the job here: https://suno.com/s/SUflQJGs5iAbSqsR
What You'll Do
- Build and maintain strong pipelines of qualified candidates for P0 roles across all departments through proactive sourcing, including engineering, product, design, business operations, marketing, and executive functions
- Partner with recruiters and hiring managers to understand role requirements, ideal candidate profiles, and develop targeted sourcing strategies for hard-to-fill positions
- Utilize advanced Boolean searches, LinkedIn Recruiter, and other sourcing tools to identify passive candidates in competitive markets
- Develop and implement creative sourcing strategies to reach diverse talent pools, including networking within specialized communities (AI, music technology, startup ecosystems, and industry-specific networks)
- Conduct initial candidate outreach and engagement to generate interest in opportunities at Suno and qualify candidates before passing to recruiters
- Track and analyze sourcing metrics to optimize strategies and improve pipeline quality and conversion rates
- Research market insights, talent mapping, and competitive intelligence to inform sourcing approaches
- Represent Suno at networking events, meetups, and online communities to build relationships and enhance our employer brand
- Stay informed about industry trends, emerging talent pools, and innovative sourcing techniques
- 3 years of talent sourcing experience, preferably in the technology or startup sector
- Experience sourcing for diverse role types (technical and non-technical) is highly valued
- Demonstrated track record of building quality pipelines for hard-to-fill roles across multiple functions
- Strong understanding of various roles and ability to identify talent against complex requirements
- Expertise with sourcing tools and platforms (LinkedIn Recruiter, Boolean search, GitHub, portfolio sites, etc.)
- Excellent written communication skills for compelling outreach and candidate engagement
- Experience with applicant tracking systems (Ashby preferred) and CRM tools
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, ambiguous, constantly evolving startup environment where priorities shift rapidly
- Passion for building diverse, inclusive teams and creative approaches to reaching underrepresented talent
- Strong passion and interest in music
- Applicants must be eligible to work in the US.
- This is an onsite role in our Cambridge, Mass office or Chelsea, NYC
- Company Equity Package
- 401(k) with 3% Employer Match & Roth 401(k)
- Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance (PPO w/ HSA & FSA options)
- 11 Paid Holidays Unlimited PTO & Sick Time
- 16 Weeks of Paid Parental Leave
- Creative Education Stipend
- Generous Commuter Allowance
- In-Office Lunch (5 days per week)
The annual salary range for this role is $80K – $120K target equity benefits (including medical, dental, vision, and 401k)
Suno is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider qualified applicants without regard to race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, marital or family status, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other legally protected basis under provincial, federal, state, and local laws, regulations, or ordinances. We will also consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of state and local laws, including the Massachusetts Fair Chance in Employment Act, NYC Fair Chance Act, LA City Fair Chance Ordinance, and San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.