Design Recruiter (hybrid, contract)

Employer.com • Redwood City, CA

1d • Hybrid

About The Position

Our client is looking for a Senior Design Recruiter to own and drive design hiring from end to end. This role involves partnering closely with design leadership to build world-class product, UX, and visual design teams. The position is a high-impact role where the successful candidate will shape not only who is hired but also how hiring is done, defining the candidate experience, refining the sourcing strategy, and raising the bar for design talent across the company. This role is a six-month contract with the possibility of extension or conversion to full-time. The position is hybrid in Redwood City, requiring at least one day on-site per week for conversion consideration. Fully remote is acceptable for candidates not interested in conversion, provided they live in the Bay Area.

Requirements

• 5+ years of recruiting experience, with at least 3 years focused specifically on design roles (product design, UX, brand, research, or related)
• Deep familiarity with the design landscape — you know how to read a portfolio, what good looks like, and where to find exceptional talent
• Experience hiring at a fast-moving startup or high-growth tech company
• Strong ability to build trust with designers and creative leaders; you speak their language
• Skilled at sourcing passive candidates through LinkedIn, Dribbble, portfolio sites, and design communities
• Data-driven mindset with experience using an ATS and recruiting analytics tools
• Exceptional communication and organizational skills — you manage multiple searches without dropping the ball

Responsibilities

• Own the full recruiting lifecycle for design roles — from sourcing and screening to offer and close — across product design, UX research, motion, and brand
• Partner deeply with design leadership and hiring managers to understand team needs, craft compelling role briefs, and align on hiring criteria
• Build and maintain a proactive pipeline of top design talent through creative sourcing, community engagement, portfolio review, and referrals
• Develop and evolve our approach to evaluating design candidates, including portfolio reviews, structured interviews, and design exercises
• Champion a best-in-class candidate experience that reflects our values and brand
• Use data to track recruiting metrics, identify bottlenecks, and drive continuous improvement across the hiring funnel.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: No Education Listed