Principal Technical Recruiter

Lightmatter is redefining what computers and humans are capable of by delivering a fundamentally new kind of computer that calculates using light. Transistors, the workhorse of modern computers, aren't improving at the rate they once were. To scale AI, companies are building increasingly large and energy-expensive data centers—a path that is neither financially nor environmentally sustainable. By delivering ultra-high performance and energy efficiency, Lightmatter's compute engine will power rapid advancements in AI while lowering its environmental footprint.

We just raised $155 million in an extended Series C financing round led by GV (formerly Google Ventures) and Viking Global Investors. This round comes after a previous $154 million raised in May 2023. Lightmatter has accumulated over $420 million in funding. We have created a unique and open culture, currently with 150 employees working together to power the future of computing.

We will be scaling rapidly over the next months, so we are looking for a Principal Technical Recruiter to drive recruiting initiatives for multiple Senior-level positions across the company. In this position, you will partner with leaders across the business to serve as a consultant to hiring managers while owning end-to-end recruiting to continue to build exceptional teams as we scale our startup. You'll be hiring across all groups, with an initial emphasis on hardware engineering.

Responsibilities:

• Own all aspects of the end-to-end recruiting processes for multiple roles across the company, from sourcing, conducting initial candidate assessments, preparing the candidate, and negotiating offers.
• Evaluate candidates for technical skills and alignment with our company's values, mission, and goals.
• Help develop and execute an existing talent acquisition strategy for hardware and software senior-level positions.
• Provide a consistent and positive candidate experience with proactive communication and engagement throughout the recruiting process.
• Proactively source, identify and engage top tech talent through various channels, including job boards, social media, networking events, and referrals.
• Innovate by presenting sourcing strategies to build deep pipelines for active and future roles.
• Evangelize candidates on Lightmatter's total compensation package and its competitive aspects.
• Work closely with the Head of Talent to meet hiring goals using a data-driven approach to help improve existing processes.
• Gain a deep understanding of Lightmatter's business, using the knowledge to champion Lightmatter's culture and mission when engaging with the company and all candidates.
• Work closely with engineering leaders and HRBPs to deeply understand hiring needs, provide regular updates on recruitment progress, and ensure a seamless hiring experience.
• Stay updated on industry trends, salary benchmarks, and emerging technologies to make informed hiring decisions.
• Guide and lead junior recruiters as the Talent Acquisition team grows.
• Contribute to enhancing our company's employer brand through various recruitment marketing initiatives

Requirements

• Must have at least 4 years of experience working in the Semiconductor industry
• 15+ years of relevant industry experience performing full-cycle technical recruiting
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent
• Expertise in sourcing passive candidates while bringing a creative yet data-driven approach to the passive candidate outreach process
• Demonstrated experience in ATS, HRIs, and overall operational excellence
• Exceptional interpersonal skills and the ability to build relationships across the organization and with candidates
• Outstanding negotiation skills and ability to close candidates before and during the offer stage
• Experience owning relationships with hiring managers and hiring teams, strong ability to advise and influence
• Business acumen and ability to work well across different functions of our business
• Ability to navigate well through ambiguity and constant changes
• Demonstrated ability to handle confidential and sensitive information
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects simultaneously

Benefits

• Comprehensive Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
• 401k matching
• Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
• Generous Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)
• Paid Family Leave
• Short Term & Long Term Disability
• Training & Development
• Flexible, hybrid workplace model
• Stock Option Plan

Base Compensation Range:$150,000 - $210,000. In accordance with the Colorado, California, and