Head of Talent Acquisition

d-Matrix•Santa Clara, CA

6d•Hybrid

About The Position

At d-Matrix, we are focused on unleashing the potential of generative AI to power the transformation of technology. We are at the forefront of software and hardware innovation, pushing the boundaries of what is possible. Our culture is one of respect and collaboration. We value humility and believe in direct communication. Our team is inclusive, and our differing perspectives allow for better solutions. We are seeking individuals passionate about tackling challenges and are driven by execution. Ready to come find your playground? Together, we can help shape the endless possibilities of AI. Head of Talent Location: Santa Clara, CA (Hybrid - 3 days in office) Reports to: VP of HR Power the Talent Engine Unleashing the Future of AI Inference As we enter 2026, the AI industry has reached a defining inflection point. Nvidia’s recent $20B acquisition of Groq sent a clear signal to the market: AI inference, not just training, is now the strategic battleground for the next decade of computing. At d-Matrix, we are building the hardware and systems that make large-scale, energy-efficient AI inference possible. Our work sits at the intersection of silicon, systems, and software, and our ambition is to become a world-class AI inference systems company. To reach that goal, we are seeking a Head of Talent who can build the hiring engine behind it. The Opportunity This is not a traditional recruiting leadership role. As Head of Talent, you will evolve and scale d-Matrix’s global hiring engine, supporting our growth from a mid-stage startup into an enduring, category-defining company. This role is about architecting talent infrastructure, not simply filling requisitions. You will own the strategy, systems, and teams responsible for attracting, assessing, and closing exceptional talent across engineering, product, operations, and go-to-market functions. You’ll partner closely with the executive team to ensure that every hire strengthens our culture, deepens our technical advantage, and accelerates execution. This is a highly strategic and operational leadership role, ideal for a hands-on builder who can move seamlessly between executive-level strategy, organizational design, and ground-level recruiting execution.

Requirements

13+ years of progressive experience in talent acquisition, including 5+ years leading large, global recruiting organizations in technology, AI, or semiconductor industries
Proven success scaling recruiting functions through high-growth or transformation phases
Deep understanding of technical recruiting across hardware, software, and AI/ML engineering
Demonstrated success implementing structured interview frameworks and hiring manager training that improved hiring quality and reduced bias
Experience building employer brands, sourcing strategies, recruiting operations, and analytics
Experience planning, hosting, and moderating recruiting events; comfortable being on stage and representing the company publicly
Strong executive presence with the ability to influence leaders at all levels
Highly data-driven, with fluency in recruiting metrics, systems, and performance analytics
Strategic, pragmatic, and execution-oriented, able to move fluidly between vision and detail

Responsibilities

Lead the d-Matrix’s global hiring engine as we scale into a world-class AI inference company;balancing speed, quality, and culture at every stage.
Set the standard for hiring excellence by rolling out structured interviews, training, and calibration that help leaders make consistently great hiring decisions.
Partner with executive leadership on senior hiring, leadership assessment, and long-term workforce planning tied directly to business priorities.
Design recruiting for scale by building the systems, processes, and metrics that enable predictable, data-driven growth across technical and business teams.
Own the d-Matrix talent brand and candidate experience, ensuring every interaction reflects who we are and why top talent should join us.
Lead the recruiting tech and analytics stack, including our ATS - Ashby, to keep our hiring engine efficient, modern, and globally scalable.
Build and grow an exceptional talent team, while embedding inclusive hiring practices into everything we do.