Recruiting Lead

David AI • San Francisco, CA

12h

About The Position

We’re looking for a Recruiting Lead to help scale the team that builds David AI. In this role, you’ll own both high priority searches and the recruiting strategy and operating model across the company, setting hiring priorities, designing scalable processes, and ensuring we consistently raise the bar as we grow. You’ll partner directly with our founders and leaders on workforce planning and hiring decisions, lead and develop the Talent team, and be accountable for recruiting outcomes.

Requirements

• 6+ years of recruiting experience in fast-paced environments (e.g., high-growth startups, top agencies, or in-house at a leading tech company).
• Prior experience leading a team or building a recruiting function from the ground up.
• Proven track record of filling technical and/or operational roles with top talent.
• Strong sourcing skills with fluency in modern tools, outreach strategies, and candidate engagement best practices.

Nice To Haves

• You’re an Ashby expert and understand how to use the reporting features to help diagnose issues within the recruiting process.
• Experience hiring for AI/ML, engineering, or data-focused roles.
• Experience hiring across levels from entry to executive in competitive hiring markets.
• Existing network in AI, data, or deep tech talent communities.
• Take a data-driven approach to track and improve key people and talent metrics across the organization.

Responsibilities

• Run full-cycle recruiting searches for critical roles across the org.
• Lead and manage all recruiting operations, from talent pipeline development to onboarding and talent progression.
• Oversee recruiters and external agencies to deliver hiring goals at speed.
• Design and refine a comprehensive rewards framework, including compensation bands, benefits, and organizational structure that aligns with our growth strategy and talent philosophy.
• Partner with company leaders and co-founders to deeply understand business needs, define role requirements, and shape hiring strategies.
• Reduce hiring manager time spent on recruiting operations through scalable processes and automation.
• Design and run structured interview processes that assess for both skill and culture fit.
• Track and analyze recruiting metrics to identify bottlenecks and ensure we meet hiring goals.
• Lead strategic initiatives to improve the Talent function, including branding, operations, and marketing.

Benefits

• Unlimited PTO.
• Top-notch health, dental, and vision coverage with 100% coverage for most plans.
• FSA & HSA access.
• 401k access.
• Meals 2x daily through DoorDash + snacks and beverages available at the office.
• Unlimited company-sponsored Barry’s classes.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed