Technical Sourcer

Tenex•New York, NY

2d•$100,000 - $120,000•Onsite

About The Position

Tenex is where builders, operators, and problem-solvers come together to help the world’s most ambitious companies tackle their toughest challenges. We work at the intersection of strategy and engineering — embedding dedicated teams directly into organizations to turn complex, high-stakes problems into real, measurable outcomes. We don’t do slide decks and hand-offs; we sit in the trenches alongside our clients and build. We operate with the speed of a startup and the rigor of the best firms in the world. Our culture is built on intellectual curiosity, radical ownership, and a belief that exceptional work comes from diverse teams who are empowered to challenge assumptions, move fast, and hold each other to a higher standard. If you want to work on projects that actually matter, alongside people who make you better — Tenex is the place to do it. We’re hiring a Talent Sourcer to help build the talent engine behind Tenex’s next phase of growth. This person will be responsible for identifying, engaging, and building pipelines of exceptional talent across our most critical hiring needs—primarily Forward Deployed Engineers and AI Strategists—while helping expand into other strategic roles as the company scales. This is not a passive sourcing role. We are looking for someone who understands how to identify top-tier talent in competitive markets, create thoughtful outreach strategies, and generate meaningful candidate engagement with high-caliber operators. You will partner closely with Recruiting and Hiring Leaders to help shape pipeline strategy, improve sourcing processes, and ensure Tenex continues attracting elite talent as we scale from early-stage startup to category-defining company. If you thrive in fast-paced environments, enjoy the hunt for exceptional talent, and want to play a critical role in helping build one of the strongest teams in AI consulting, this role is for you.

Requirements

2–5 years of sourcing or recruiting experience, preferably within technical or high-growth startup environments
Proven success sourcing technical talent, ideally software engineers, forward deployed engineers, consultants, or strategy talent
Strong understanding of sourcing methodologies including Boolean search, LinkedIn Recruiter, GitHub, and creative outbound prospecting
Exceptional written communication skills with the ability to craft compelling outreach messaging
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail—you can manage multiple searches and pipelines simultaneously
Highly proactive, resourceful, and self-directed with a builder mentality
Comfort operating in ambiguity and moving quickly in fast-changing environments
Passion for identifying top talent and building relationships with exceptional candidates

Responsibilities

Build and manage top-of-funnel pipelines for Tenex’s most critical hiring needs, with a primary focus on Forward Deployed Engineers and AI Strategists
Source passive candidates through LinkedIn Recruiter, GitHub, technical communities, niche networks, referrals, events, and creative outbound strategies
Develop highly personalized outreach campaigns that drive candidate engagement and response rates
Partner closely with recruiters and hiring managers to deeply understand role requirements, target profiles, and market dynamics
Continuously refine sourcing strategies based on market feedback, hiring trends, and pipeline performance
Build proactive talent pipelines for future strategic hiring needs as the organization scales
Track sourcing funnel metrics including outreach conversion, response rates, and pipeline health
Maintain clean and organized candidate data within Ashby ATS
Conduct market mapping and talent research to identify emerging talent pools and competitor insights
Help improve sourcing workflows, tools, and operational efficiency across the recruiting function
Contribute to employer branding initiatives that position Tenex as a top destination for elite builders and operators