Technical Recruiter

OpenRouter is the open AI routing and infrastructure layer that enterprises use to access, manage, and optimize the best large language models across providers—without lock-in, capacity constraints, or unnecessary cost. We power some of the most advanced AI teams in the world by giving them the flexibility to move fast, scale confidently, and stay future-proof as models evolve. The Role As an early team member, you will work with cross-functional partners to help lay the foundational groundwork for technical hiring in this location. This is a full-cycle recruiting role, where you'll manage the entire recruitment process; from building pipelines to closing offers. What You'll Do Partner closely with technical leadership to deeply understand hiring needs while providing strategic guidance on recruiting best practices Build and nurture a strong pipeline of technical talent to support both current hiring and future growth Advise hiring managers on market dynamics, compensation insights, and effective talent acquisition strategies Identify opportunities to streamline recruiting workflows and enhance operational efficiency across the hiring process Ensure data integrity and accuracy within our Applicant Tracking System (Ashby), maintaining a high standard of system hygiene Mentor and support other team members to elevate overall recruiting performance and execution Lead strategic sourcing initiatives to engage top-tier, passive candidates across various technical disciplines Collaborate cross-functionally within the company to align recruiting efforts with broader organizational goals What We're Looking For 7+ years of full-cycle technical recruiting experience at a fast-paced environment Proven track record building strong technical teams in a high growth company Can develop relationships with hiring partners and become a trusted advisor Knows how to effectively communicate with candidates and be able to efficiently and systematically manage their individual processes You possess low ego and are willing to roll up your sleeves to accomplish our collective goals Help mentor other teammates by leading by example and providing guidance Understand the importance of data and metrics to influence recruiting strategies The type of person that keeps up with trends in technology, startups and which companies are the current magnets for top tier talent