Job description

ABOUT FACTORY Our mission is to create a world where software builds and improves itself. We build the platform for self-improving software development, helping the world's largest enterprise engineering teams turn their organizations into autonomous software factories. Customers including Nvidia, Blackstone, Royal Bank of Canada (RBC), Palo Alto Networks, Adobe, and T-Mobile run Factory to ship code, review PRs, run tests, and deploy continuously - getting smarter with every cycle. In 2026, we raised $200M at a $5B valuation, bringing our total funding to over $400M. We are backed by world-class investors and operators including Khosla Ventures, Sequoia, Blackstone, Ali Ghodsi (CEO of Databricks), and Frank Slootman (Former CEO of Snowflake). ABOUT THE ROLE Factory is in search of a Technical Recruiter to play a vital role in our ambitious growth plans, focusing on attracting and hiring top-tier engineering talent to drive our mission of bringing autonomy to software engineering. WHAT YOU WILL DO AND ACHIEVE - Develop and execute innovative sourcing strategies to identify, attract, and engage passive candidates from top tech companies, cutting-edge AI startups, and renowned academic institutions. - Work closely with hiring managers to deeply understand technical requirements and the cultural dynamics of our teams, ensuring a seamless match between Factory and candidate aspirations. - Lead the recruitment process end-to-end, from crafting compelling job descriptions to coordinating interviews and extending offers, maintaining a high bar for skill, creativity, and cultural fit. - Foster strong relationships within the tech community through networking events, tech talks, and direct engagement with potential candidates, building a robust pipeline of talent. - Implement and continuously refine our recruitment processes to enhance candidate experience, reduce time-to-hire, and ensure we remain competitive in the tech talent market. QUALIFICATIONS - 3+ years of experience in technical recruiting, with a proven track record of filling a variety of technical positions, including but not limited to, AI/Machine Learning, Software Engineering, Data Science, and Infrastructure roles. - Strong understanding of technical skills, tools, and trends in the AI and software development ecosystem. Previous experience recruiting for AI technologies or software development platforms is highly desired. - Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, capable of engaging candidates on both technical and personal levels, fostering long-term relationships. - Demonstrated ability to operate in a fast-paced environment, balancing multiple roles and stakeholders with a sense of urgency and prioritization. - Passionate about technology and driven by the mission to revolutionize software development through AI, contributing directly to Factory’s growth and success. This is an in-office position (5 days/week) in San Francisco (walking distance to Caltrain)

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Develop and execute innovative sourcing strategies to identify, attract, and engage passive candidates from top tech companies, cutting-edge AI startups, and renowned academic institutions.
Work closely with hiring managers to deeply understand technical requirements and the cultural dynamics of our teams, ensuring a seamless match between Factory and candidate aspirations.
Lead the recruitment process end-to-end, from crafting compelling job descriptions to coordinating interviews and extending offers, maintaining a high bar for skill, creativity, and cultural fit.
Foster strong relationships within the tech community through networking events, tech talks, and direct engagement with potential candidates, building a robust pipeline of talent.
Implement and continuously refine our recruitment processes to enhance candidate experience, reduce time-to-hire, and ensure we remain competitive in the tech talent market.
Strong understanding of technical skills, tools, and trends in the AI and software development ecosystem. Previous experience recruiting for AI technologies or software development platforms is highly desired.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, capable of engaging candidates on both technical and personal levels, fostering long-term relationships.
Demonstrated ability to operate in a fast-paced environment, balancing multiple roles and stakeholders with a sense of urgency and prioritization.
Passionate about technology and driven by the mission to revolutionize software development through AI, contributing directly to Factory’s growth and success.
This is an in-office position (5 days/week) in San Francisco (walking distance to Caltrain)

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