Technical Recruiter

Blitzy is a Cambridge, MA based AI software development platform  on a mission to revolutionize the software development life cycle by autonomously building  custom software to unlock the next industrial revolution. We're transforming how enterprises build software, turning enterprise requirements into production-ready code with an agentic software development platform that can autonomously execute 80% of the quantum of software development work.  We're backed by multiple tier 1 investors, and have proven success as founders of previous start-ups. 

Compensation: $130,000 - $150,000 base salary

Location: 1 Kendall Square, Cambridge, MA (In-person role)

We're hiring a Recruiter to build Blitzy's world-class team engineering team during our most critical growth phase. You'll partner directly with our executive leadership and hiring managers to source, engage, and close top-tier talent in a fast-moving, high-performance environment.

This is a hands-on, in-house recruiting role focused on full-cycle execution—from sourcing to offer acceptance. You'll own the candidate experience end-to-end while building the systems and processes that enable us to scale our team efficiently. Your work will directly shape the company's trajectory as we revolutionize software development.

• You consistently deliver high-quality candidates who exceed hiring manager expectations and raise the bar for talent at Blitzy
• You build robust pipelines across technical, sales, and operations roles, ensuring we're never blocked on talent
• You create an exceptional candidate experience that reinforces Blitzy's brand and values at every touchpoint
• You move quickly without sacrificing quality, closing critical roles in weeks rather than months
• You establish strong partnerships with hiring managers, becoming their trusted advisor on talent strategy
• You identify and implement recruiting best practices that scale with our growth
• You maintain organized, up-to-date pipelines and provide actionable insights through recruiting metrics
• You become the voice of Blitzy's culture and mission, inspiring candidates to join our team
• You proactively identify talent gaps and market trends, advising leadership on hiring strategy

Full-Lifecycle Recruiting

• →Source, screen, and manage candidates across engineering, sales, and operations roles
• →Conduct initial phone screens that assess technical capabilities, culture fit, and motivation
• →Coordinate complex interview schedules with multiple stakeholders while maintaining positive candidate experience
• →Manage the offer process from comp discussions through acceptance, including reference checks and closing conversations

Pipeline Management

• →Build and maintain robust candidate pipelines in Rippling and/or ATS
• →Create targeted outbound sourcing campaigns via LinkedIn Recruiter and other platforms
• →Track and report on key recruiting metrics (time-to-hire, pipeline health, source effectiveness)
• →Maintain organized documentation and ensure smooth handoffs between recruiting stages

Strategic Partnership

• →Partner closely with hiring managers to define role requirements, ideal candidate profiles, and evaluation criteria
• →Design effective interview loops that assess both technical capabilities and culture fit
• →Provide market intelligence on compensation, talent availability, and competitive landscape
• →Advise on employer branding and recruiting strategies to attract top talent

Candidate Experience

• →Deliver a high-touch, personalized experience that reflects Blitzy's values and culture
• →Maintain clear, timely communication throughout the candidate journey
• →Gather and act on candidate feedback to continuously improve our recruiting process
• →Serve as the primary ambassador of Blitzy's mission and culture to prospective hires

• 3-7 years of recruiting experience, ideally in startup or high-growth tech environments
• Proven track record hiring for engineering roles (backend, frontend, AI/ML) at a large scale
• Strong sourcing skills with demonstrated success using LinkedIn Recruiter and other sourcing tools
• Excellent communication abilities—you can excite engineers about technical challenges and sales candidates about market opportunities
• Exceptional organization and follow-through—you never drop balls and maintain detailed, actionable pipelines
• Comfort in fast-paced environments—you thrive on urgency and can balance multiple priorities simultaneously
• Experience with ATS systems (Rippling experience preferred)
• Data-driven approach to recruiting with ability to track, analyze, and act on metrics

• Prior in-house recruiting experience at a Series A-C startup that scaled rapidly
• Experience recruiting for AI/ML, developer tools, or enterprise SaaS companies
• Background in both technical and GTM recruiting, with deep networks in both domains
• Track record of building recruiting processes and systems from scratch
• Experience with employer branding initiatives or recruiting marketing
• Success closing candidates who had competing offers from top tech companies
• Familiarity with AI/GenAI talent market and unique challenges in recruiting for this space
• Previous experience recruiting in the Boston/Cambridge tech ecosystem

• Competitive salary
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance for you and your family
• 401(k) with company match
• Flexible PTO with minimum time off requirements
• Professional development budget for recruiting conferences, certifications, and training
• Top-tier equipment and workspace setup
• Career growth opportunity—clear path to lead our talent function as we scale
• Impact—your work directly shapes the team building the future of software development

This is an in-house role at a fast-growing startup. It requires:

• In-person presence in Cambridge—building relationships and culture happens face-to-face
• Urgency and speed—we need to close critical roles quickly without sacrificing quality
• Adaptability—recruiting priorities will shift as we grow and enter new markets
• Ownership mentality—you'll own outcomes, not just activities
• Resilience—recruiting involves rejection; you bounce back quickly and learn from every interaction
• Commitment to excellence—every candidate interaction reflects on Blitzy, and you uphold our standards consistently

If the idea of building a world-class team at a company revolutionizing software development excites you, we want to meet you.

Blitzy is an equal opportunity employer committed to building a diverse and inclusive team. We believe different perspectives make us stronger.

Ready to build the team that builds the future? Apply now.