Technical Recruiter

The role

You will own end-to-end hiring for core engineering functions including Software Engineering, Hardware Engineering, and Hardware Operations. You will seek top talent, partner with hiring leaders, and collaborate with People Operations, Compensation, and Finance.

What you will do

• Seek top talent and curate high-quality pipelines
• Craft candidate experiences and secure exceptional hires
• Partner with hiring leaders and interview teams to understand needs and provide guidance
• Collaborate with People Operations, Compensation, and Finance to support headcount planning
• Champion structured hiring practices
• Identify process improvements and resolve hiring bottlenecks
• Pitch in as a core member of a lean startup recruiting machine

Required qualifications

• 2+ years of experience recruiting technical talent in Software, Autonomy, Hardware, or Hardware Operations
• Ability to advise hiring leaders using recruiting data and market insights
• Comfort navigating ambiguity and shifting priorities
• Strong judgment, credibility, and follow-through
• Experience supporting fellow recruiters and contributing to process improvements
• Thoughtful communicator with strong business judgment

Nice to have

• Blend of in-house and agency experience
• Obtaining FAA Part 107 certification within the first 60 days of employment is strongly encouraged

Benefits

• Competitive base salaries
• Equity in the form of stock options
• Group health insurance plans
• Paid vacation time
• Sick leave
• Holiday pay
• 401K savings plan
• Relocation assistance may be provided for eligible roles

About the company

Skydio is the leading US drone company and the world leader in autonomous flight. The team combines expertise in artificial intelligence, hardware and software product development, operational excellence, and customer obsession.