Industry : AI & Deep Tech Startups (US / UK)
Salary : R30, 000 - R35, 000
Join a boutique recruitment partner to some of the world’s most innovative AI and deep-tech startups. Working at the frontier of technology, helping world-changing founders scale elite engineering teams across the US and UK.
We’re seeking a seasoned 180 Tech Recruiter who thrives on delivery excellence, precision sourcing, and high-touch stakeholder engagement. You’ll play a pivotal role in executing targeted searches across Founding Engineer, AI / ML, and Software roles. If you're someone who has chosen the remote lifestyle after excelling both in-office and remotely, and you're hungry to own your craft without micromanagement—this is your seat at the table.
Key Responsibilities
- Partner directly with US-based clients including startup founders, CTOs, and Heads of Engineering.
- Run full 180 delivery recruitment processes—from role intake to placement.
- Source, engage, and manage world-class engineering candidates across the US and globally.
- Provide strategic input to hiring processes, market mapping, and client updates.
- Maintain long-term relationships with candidates and contribute to our curated engineering talent pool.
- Leverage AI-powered tooling and sourcing techniques for precision delivery.
- Build a personal brand by sharing market insights and candidate stories.
Requirements
Qualifications and Experience
Minimum 5 years’ experience in tech recruitment , ideally with exposure to AI / ML, software, or tech startup hiring .Proven success in a 180 role , with an understanding of 270 or 360 recruitment.Strong experience working with US candidates and hiring markets .Past experience in both remote and office-based roles, now thriving independently in a remote setup.Familiarity with modern tech stacks (e.g. Python, PyTorch, LangChain, AWS) is a plus.Prior account management experience is essential.Strong self-starter mentality—motivated, autonomous, and commercially driven.Must have a laptop, reliable internet connection, and a dedicated work environment.