Technical Recruiter

Posted Aug 6

At Linear, we are on a mission to bring magic back to software. To empower product teams to do their best work, we are building an issue tracking and project management tool that combines UI elegance with world-class performance. Founded in 2019, Linear has become the platform of choice for thousands of high-impact companies to build their products better.

Linear was set up as a fully remote company from the start. Today, our small but mighty team is distributed across North America and Europe. What unites us is relentless focus, fast execution, and our passion for software craftsmanship. We are all makers at heart and care deeply about the quality of our work.

We’re looking for an experienced and discerning full-cycle technical recruiter to help grow our team. This role is for those who view recruiting as a craft and are committed to maintaining an exceptionally high talent bar. You’ll recruit a world-class team by identifying and attracting top-tier talent, uphold rigorous standards in candidate assessments, and craft recruiting and sourcing strategies that resonate with high-caliber talent. This role offers the opportunity to shape Linear's future by scaling an exceptional team.

Please note: We are an equal opportunity employer and remote-only company. At this time, we can only support hiring within North America for this role.

What you’ll do:

  • Develop innovative sourcing techniques to uncover exceptional (often passive) talent
  • Conduct thorough, nuanced evaluations of candidates' technical abilities and cultural alignment
  • Foster meaningful connections with potential hires, serving as a knowledgeable ambassador for Linear's culture
  • Collaborate closely with hiring managers to deeply understand role requirements and team dynamics
  • Analyze recruiting metrics with a critical eye, continuously refining our talent acquisition approach
  • While focusing primarily on technical roles, be prepared to recruit for any position within the organization as needed

Requirements:

  • 5+ years of recruiting experience, predominantly in-house at startups with a focus on engineering, product, and design roles
  • Must be available to work during Eastern Time Zone business hours (typically 9 AM to 5 PM ET) to recruit candidates located in North America and Europe
  • Exceptional communication skills (written and verbal) and ability to articulate Linear’s unique value proposition to candidates
  • Proven track record of successfully identifying and placing top-percentile engineering talent
  • In-depth understanding of software engineering principles and current technology trends
  • Experience in environments that prioritize engineering excellence (top-tier tech companies, cutting-edge startups)
  • Strong analytical skills for data-driven decision making in the recruiting process
  • Unwavering commitment to maintaining a high talent bar
  • Self-motivated with the ability to thrive in a remote-first setting

What we offer

  • Interesting and challenging work
  • Work-life balance
  • Competitive salary and equity
  • Employee-friendly equity terms (early exercise, extended exercise)
  • Paid lunch and coffee during workdays
  • Work remotely, no commuting to the office
  • Paid co-working space/desk at an office
  • Health, dental, and vision insurance (US)
  • Regular team events and off-sites
  • 5 weeks of paid vacation
  • 4 months of paid parental leave

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