Technical Recruiter (Talent Partner)

Rune Technologies•Arlington, VA

About The Position

About Rune Rune Technologies is here to revolutionize the status quo of military logistics and sustainment through the deployment of AI-enabled solutions. Combining elite Silicon Valley software expertise with deep operational experience working in and with the Department of Defense, Rune builds cutting-edge software to solve the most critical logistics challenges faced by the U.S. military and its allies. Rune’s flagship product is TyrOS, an advanced software platform to enhance logistics at tactical and operational echelons, providing unified, comprehensive management of inventory, personnel, equipment and distribution. TyrOS integrates critical information for holistic, data-driven logistics decisions, leveraging AI for decision support, predictive analytics and optimization at machine speed. Rune’s mission is to support and enable the military logistics and sustainment communities with software to meet needs for the next fight. The Role We are hiring a Technical Recruiter (Talent Partner) to help build the core team that powers Rune’s next stage of growth. This is a high-impact, execution-focused role. You will own full-cycle recruiting across technical and mission-critical roles, partnering closely with leadership to bring in exceptional talent. You will not be responsible for sourcing—we have dedicated support for that—so your focus will be on qualification, candidate experience, closing, and driving hiring decisions forward. This is not a sourcing-heavy role—we are looking for someone who excels at assessing, influencing, and closing top talent. This role reports directly to the Head of Talent and is ideal for someone who thrives in fast- paced environments and takes pride in delivering results.

Requirements

2–5+ years of technical recruiting experience
Proven ability to close high-quality candidates in competitive markets
Experience recruiting for software engineering or technical roles
Strong judgment in candidate evaluation
Ability to manage multiple roles without sacrificing quality
Excellent communication and influence skills
High ownership mindset

Nice To Haves

Experience in defense, national security, or clearance environments
Startup or high-growth company experience
Familiarity with security-cleared recruiting

Responsibilities

Own full-cycle recruiting for 5–6 active roles across engineering, product, and mission-facing functions
Lead candidate evaluation, interview orchestration, and hiring manager alignment
Drive candidates from first conversation through offer acceptance with a high bar for quality and speed
Act as a strategic partner to hiring managers, helping refine role requirements and calibrate talent expectations
Ensure a high-quality, high-touch candidate experience
Manage offer processes, including closing and negotiation support
Track pipeline health using Ashby (or similar ATS)
Contribute to improving recruiting processes (~20% of role)
Support onboarding coordination

Benefits

Rune offers top-tier benefits for full-time employees to include a full suite of insurance options at no cost for employees and low-cost to spouses and dependents.
Highly competitive equity grants are also included in the majority of full time offers and are considered part of Rune's total compensation package.
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans; premiums 100% covered by Rune for all employees; exceptionally low premiums for spouses and dependents
Basic life insurance and disability 100% covered for all employees by Rune; option to purchase additional life insurance available
‘Take the time off that you need, when you need it’ paid time off, not accrual based
Generous company holiday calendar including a holiday shutdown in December
Supportive leave of absence program including time off for military service, medical events, and parental leave
Full 401(k) retirement plan for all full-time eligible employees
Company-funded commuter benefits
Free access to on-site gym at office