Senior Technical Recruiter

Gusto

. Own full-cycle recruiting for roles at Gusto, focusing on req-based hiring and strategic alignment to business needs .

Posted 9/21/2026full-timeSan Francisco • California • United StatesSenior💰 $150,000 - $185,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Expertise in full-cycle recruiting with a focus on req-based hiring and strategic alignment to business needs, complemented by proficiency in AI and talent intelligence tools to enhance recruiting workflows.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Full-Cycle RecruitingReq-Based RecruitingHigh-Growth Tech ExperienceProficient with GreenhouseData-Driven Hiring Strategy

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Hard Skills

Full-Cycle RecruitingReq-Based RecruitingMid- to Senior-Level HiringFunnel Metrics AnalysisSourcing Automation

Soft Skills

Influencing Hiring PEsCoachingCollaborative MindsetCreative Problem SolvingHigh-Touch Candidate Experience

Tools & Technologies

GreenhouseGemSlackLinkedIn RecruiterG-SuiteChatGPTLinkedIn AI

Industry Keywords

Recruiting ProcessesTalent IntelligenceDiversity and InclusionFast-Paced EnvironmentSmall Business Advocacy

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Own full-cycle recruiting for roles at Gusto, focusing on req-based hiring and strategic alignment to business needs
Partner with Hiring PEs to understand organizational goals and develop customized hiring plans
Build consultative relationships with hiring managers and navigate complex or evolving hiring environments
Develop strategies to attract, engage, and close exceptional talent through representative sourcing and outreach channels
Provide a thoughtful, high-touch candidate experience throughout the recruiting process
Collaborate with Compensation, People Partners, and Executive Operations
Contribute to and improve recruiting processes that enable the Invite team to scale efficiently
Challenge the status quo and offer creative ideas to elevate recruiting at Gusto

Requirements

What you’ll need

6+ years of full-cycle recruiting experience, including 2+ years in a high-growth tech environment
Demonstrated success in req-based recruiting, with a focus on mid- to senior-level hiring
Strong track record of influencing and coaching hiring PEs through the entire recruiting lifecycle
Proficient with Greenhouse, Gem, Slack, LinkedIn Recruiter, and G-Suite
Demonstrated experience using AI and talent intelligence tools, including ChatGPT, LinkedIn AI, sourcing automation, and competitive insights
Growth mindset toward AI adoption and ability to integrate new tools into recruiting workflows responsibly
Experience building representative pipelines and partnering to foster belonging
Comfortable using funnel metrics and data to inform hiring strategy and drive efficiency
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, evolving environment and collaborate across teams
Passion for Gusto’s mission and the role small businesses play in the world

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive base pay
Health insurance
401(k)
Equity (RSUs)
Hybrid work arrangement
Reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans