Senior Software Engineering Recruiter

About the Opportunity

Our client, a reputable technology recruitment firm spanning the US market, seeks a seasoned 360-degree Software Engineering Recruiter to join their thriving team based in Austin, Texas. This role operates in a hybrid work model and offers a culture centered on trust, autonomy, and genuine commercial success rather than rigid activity metrics.

The company enjoys a strong presence among venture-backed startups, scale-ups, and innovative tech players. Leadership maintains hands-on involvement, nurturing consultant success while minimizing bureaucracy. Regular networking events, meetups, conferences, and client engagements underscore the firm’s commitment to team cohesion and professional growth.

Responsibilities

• Manage the entire recruitment lifecycle within a specialist software engineering niche, including business development and candidate placement.
• Acquire new clients and nurture long-term, profitable commercial relationships.
• Build specialized knowledge of rapidly expanding technology markets.
• Deliver excellent recruitment results for both clients and candidates.
• Operate independently while collaborating productively within a high-performance team.
• Grow a profitable client desk with mentorship from experienced recruitment leaders.

Requirements

• Demonstrated success in full-cycle (360) recruitment, with a proven history of winning new business.
• Track record of billing in excess of $300,000 annually; high performers are especially encouraged to apply.
• Experience placing software engineers or technical professionals in startup, scale-up, SaaS, AI, infrastructure, or venture-backed organizations.
• Ability to work effectively in a hybrid, autonomous environment with strong self-motivation and maturity.
• A collaborative approach and ambition for ongoing career growth.
• Cybersecurity recruitment experience is advantageous but not mandatory.

Compensation and Benefits

• Base salary ranging from $90,000 to $110,000 with unlimited commission potential.
• Access to a robust, established client portfolio and respected brand reputation.
• Opportunities to attend company-sponsored meetups, conferences, and networking events.
• Investment in client entertainment and business development activities.
• A mature, performance-driven culture valuing trust and sustainable success over strict KPIs.

Why Join?

This role offers recruiting professionals the chance to thrive with autonomy and support, operating within a business that values proven commercial expertise. The environment is free from micromanagement, providing the conditions to build a meaningful and prosperous career in recruitment.