Senior Business Recruiter

Skydio•San Mateo, CA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Skydio is the leading US drone company and the world leader in autonomous flight, the key technology for the future of drones and aerial mobility. The Skydio team combines deep expertise in artificial intelligence, best-in-class hardware and software product development, operational excellence, and customer obsession to empower a broader, more diverse audience of drone users, from utility inspectors to first responders, soldiers in battlefield scenarios and beyond. About the role: We are seeking a Senior Recruiter to lead full-cycle recruiting efforts across our Go-To-Market (GTM) and G&A organizations. As a senior member of the recruiting team, you will operate as a strategic talent partner to senior leadership, driving hiring strategies that enable the company to scale effectively. You will play a critical role in shaping high-performing teams, influencing hiring decisions, and continuously elevating the candidate experience. This is an opportunity to have meaningful impact at a high-growth company by building the talent-dense teams needed for long-term success. PLEASE NOTE: We’ve returned to the office 3 days a week in San Mateo, California.

Requirements

5+ years of full-cycle recruiting experience, with a strong track record hiring for GTM, G&A, and/or Operations roles in high-growth, high-performance environments
Proven ability to partner with senior stakeholders and influence hiring decisions at multiple levels of the organization
Exceptional communication and relationship-building skills, with the ability to engage and advise both candidates and leadership
Deep experience with modern recruiting tools and platforms (e.g., LinkedIn Recruiter, Ashby, Greenhouse)
Demonstrated success in sourcing and closing passive talent in competitive markets
Strong analytical mindset with experience using data to drive recruiting strategy and outcomes
High attention to detail with the ability to balance speed, quality, and process in a fast-paced environment
Collaborative, team-first approach with a passion for continuous improvement and innovation
Ability to commute to the San Mateo, CA office at least 3 days per week

Nice To Haves

Experience building and scaling high-performing Sales and Customer Success teams
Blend of in-house and agency recruiting experience
Experience or strong familiarity with international hiring practices across EMEA and APAC regions, including regional talent markets, compliance considerations, and hiring nuances

Responsibilities

Own and drive the end-to-end recruiting strategy and execution for GTM and G&A roles, ensuring a best-in-class candidate experience
Partner closely with senior business leaders and executives to deeply understand organizational goals and translate them into effective hiring plans
Act as a trusted advisor to hiring teams, influencing talent decisions, interview processes, and organizational design
Proactively build and maintain diverse, high-quality talent pipelines through creative sourcing strategies, market mapping, and networking
Lead strategic talent discussions, providing insights on market trends, talent availability, and competitive positioning
Collaborate cross-functionally to design and scale recruiting processes that are efficient, data-driven, and aligned with company growth
Leverage recruiting data and analytics to inform decision-making, track performance, and continuously optimize hiring outcomes
Mentor and elevate recruiting best practices across the team, contributing to a strong and scalable talent function