Senior Technical Recruiter

Sonatus is a well-funded, fast-paced, and fast-growing company whose technologies and software help automakers build dynamic software-defined vehicles. With two generations of solutions already on the road with a top global OEM, our vehicle and cloud software solutions are at the forefront of the digital transformation of vehicles. The Sonatus team is a talented and diverse collection of technology and automotive specialists hailing from many of the most prominent companies in their respective industries.

Role Overview:

We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Senior Technical Recruiter to join our growing team. As a key member of our talent acquisition function, you will play a critical role in attracting, engaging, and hiring top-tier global engineering talent to support our ambitious growth plans. You will be responsible for full-cycle recruiting, from sourcing and screening to offer negotiation and onboarding, with a focus on building strong relationships with candidates and hiring managers across all our global offices.

Responsibilities:

• Full-Cycle Recruitment: Manage the entire recruitment lifecycle for technical roles, including software engineers, embedded systems engineers, cloud engineers, and related positions globally.
• Sourcing & Candidate Engagement: Proactively source and identify qualified candidates through various channels, including LinkedIn Recruiter, industry events, online job boards, and networking.
• Talent Pipeline Development: Build and maintain a robust pipeline of qualified candidates for current and future openings.
• Screening & Assessment: Conduct thorough candidate screenings, interviews, and technical assessments to evaluate skills, experience, and cultural fit.
• Hiring Manager Collaboration: Partner with hiring managers to understand their needs, develop effective recruitment strategies, and provide regular updates on candidate progress.
• Offer Management: Manage the offer process, including negotiating compensation packages and ensuring a smooth onboarding experience.
• Data & Reporting: Track and analyze recruitment metrics to identify areas for improvement and provide insights to the team.
• Employer Branding: Contribute to employer branding initiatives to enhance Sonatus's reputation as an employer of choice in the automotive technology industry.
• Market Research: Stay up-to-date on industry trends, competitor activities, and emerging technologies to inform recruitment strategies.
• ATS Management: Maintain accurate and up-to-date candidate records in Greenhouse (our ATS).
• Maintain compliance with all applicable recruiting laws and regulations.
  
  

Qualifications:

• 5 years of experience in technical recruiting in a fast-paced startup environment.
• Experience hiring outside of the US, including Asia and EMEA.
• Proven track record of successfully sourcing and hiring top-tier software engineers and other technical professionals.
• Strong understanding of software development methodologies, embedded systems, cloud technologies, and related fields.
• Proficiency in using LinkedIn Recruiter and other sourcing tools.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and negotiation skills.
• Ability to build strong relationships with candidates and hiring managers.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Experience with Greenhouse is a plus.
• Experience working with Google Suite (Gmail, Calendar, Docs, Sheets, etc.) is a plus.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• Ability to work from our Sunnyvale HQ 3 days a week
  
  

Sonatus Benefits:

• Competitive compensation and equity program
• Health care plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
• Flexible and Dependent Care Expense program
• Retirement plan (401k)
• Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
• Unlimited paid time off per year
• Hybrid office work-arrangement/flexibility
  
  

Perk Offerings include:

• Complimentary lunches, snacks and beverages during on-site working days
• Wellness benefit allowances (towards gym membership and fitness programs)
• Internet reimbursement
• Computer Accessory Allowance
  
  

Employee Engagement Offerings:

• Departmental team building and outings
• Employee Referral Program
• Culture/Employee Satisfaction Surveys - Feedback matters!
• Innovative Award Program (annual)
  
  

The posted salary range is a general guideline and represents a good faith estimate of what Sonatus ("Company") could reasonably expect to pay for this position. The pay offered to a selected candidate will be determined based on factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, the qualifications of the selected candidate, departmental budget availability, geographic location and external market pay for comparable jobs. The Company reserves the right to modify this range in the future, as needed, as market conditions change.

Pay range for this role

$110,000—$150,000 USD

Sonatus is a fast-paced and innovative company and are seeking team members who are passionate about making a difference. If you are ready to take your career to the next level, we highly encourage you to apply.

To all recruitment agencies: Sonatus, Inc. ("Sonatus") does not accept unsolicited agency resumes. Please do not forward resumes to our careers alias or other Sonatus' employees. Sonatus is not responsible for any fees associated with unsolicited activities.