Sourcing Recruiter

Telexistence develops AI-enabled remote-controlled robots, aiming to “To create the world where every single person on every planet will benefit from the robotic revolution”. The organization operates with in-house engineering expertise across hardware, software, and AI, seeking to expand robotics applications beyond manufacturing. Position Overview We are looking for a resourceful Sourcing Recruiter to build and manage strong talent pipelines that fuel our hiring across engineering, robotics, and business functions. This role is dedicated to proactively identifying, engaging, and qualifying top talent through creative sourcing strategies, partnering closely with recruiters and hiring managers to keep pace with our high-growth environment. Key Responsibilities Sourcing & Pipeline Development Proactively identify and engage passive and active candidates through various job boards, and other sourcing channels Build and maintain a healthy, diverse pipeline of qualified candidates for current and future openings Partner with recruiters and hiring managers to understand role requirements and develop targeted sourcing strategies Screen candidates on needed basis for baseline qualifications and interest prior to handoff to the recruiting team Candidate Engagement Craft personalized outreach messaging that reflects Telexistence's mission and culture Nurture long-term relationships with prospective candidates for future hiring needs Deliver a positive, transparent candidate experience from first contact onward Market Research & Talent Mapping Conduct market and competitor research to identify talent pools, industry trends, and compensation benchmarks Build talent maps for critical and hard-to-fill roles, including robotics, hardware, and AI/software engineering Share sourcing insights and market intelligence with hiring managers and TA leadership Recruiting Operations & Systems Maintain accurate and up-to-date candidate records in the ATS Track and report sourcing metrics such as response rates, pipeline conversion, and time-to-fill contribution Continuously test and refine sourcing tools, channels, and outreach templates to improve efficiency Employer Branding & Networking Represent Telexistence at meetups, tech communities, and networking events to build talent pipelines Support employer branding initiatives that raise Telexistence's profile with target talent audiences Collaborate on content and campaigns that showcase Telexistence as an employer of choice Qualifications Must-Have 2+ years of experience in sourcing, recruiting, or a related talent acquisition role Hands-on experience with sourcing tools and techniques (e.g., LinkedIn Recruiter, Bizreach) Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to engage and influence candidates Business-level Japanese and English ATS platform proficiency Self-motivated, detail-oriented, and comfortable managing multiple searches simultaneously Nice-to-Have Experience sourcing for technical roles (robotics, hardware, software, or AI) Background in a high-growth, startup, or tech environment Experience building talent communities or sourcing campaigns from scratch Global or cross-border sourcing experience