Senior Technical Recruiter (6-month Fixed-Term Contract)

Braze•Chicago, IL

About The Position

Braze is seeking a Senior Technical Recruiter to help build and scale its Product, Design, and Engineering teams. The role combines customized recruiting strategy with talent partnership, serving as a point person for hiring managers and supporting hiring across the organization. The recruiter will manage high-volume, high-impact searches with minimal guidance, use recruiting data and tools to improve practices, partner strategically with stakeholders, and provide a respectful, well-informed candidate experience. The role also contributes to Talent Acquisition operations and change initiatives, supports other teams during hiring spikes, and mentors junior team members. This is a six-month fixed-term contract. For candidates based in the United States, the annualized base pay range is $91,000–$143,000; offers may vary according to location and job-related factors. Braze describes its culture as collaborative, inclusive, and focused on high standards, teamwork, accountability, autonomy, learning, and work-life harmony. The position is associated with the company's hybrid ways of working, though a specific work arrangement for this role is not stated.

Requirements

At least 5 years of full-cycle technical recruiting experience in a dynamic, fast-paced technology environment.
Successful track record hiring technical talent, including across software engineering, product management, and design.
Strong understanding of recruitment metrics and ability to use data to drive strategic decisions.
Experience independently partnering with and influencing executive leadership on hiring initiatives.
Strong knowledge of and interest in technology and engineering.

Nice To Haves

Experience in a high-growth startup environment.

Responsibilities

Manage high-volume, high-impact searches with minimal guidance, using creativity and resourcefulness throughout the hiring journey.
Develop and execute creative recruitment strategies, leveraging data from tools such as Greenhouse, Gem, and Looker to improve recruiting practices.
Partner strategically with stakeholders and facilitate dialogue with hiring managers.
Identify and share innovative sourcing techniques to improve searches.
Advise hiring managers across organizational levels, including executive leadership and key cross-functional stakeholders.
Maintain a strong candidate experience, ensuring technical candidates feel respected, valued, and well-informed.
Drive operational process improvements within the Talent Acquisition team and solve complex scenarios with a solution-oriented, growth mindset.
Communicate the rationale for new processes and help others adapt to change.
Support other teams during hiring spikes and work seamlessly across departments.
Mentor and guide junior team members, leading by example and fostering an inclusive, supportive workplace.

Benefits

Competitive compensation that may include equity.
Retirement plans and Employee Stock Purchase Plans.
Flexible paid time off.
Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability benefit plans.
Fertility benefits and equal paid parental leave.
Professional development through formal career pathing, learning platforms, and a yearly learning stipend.
Curated in-office employee experience designed to foster community, team connections, and innovation.
Opportunities to give back through an annual company-wide Volunteer Week and donation matching.
Employee Resource Groups.
Collaborative, transparent, and fun culture recognized as a Great Place to Work.