Director of Talent
About the role We are looking for a Director of Talent to build out our talent acquisition efforts during a period of rapid growth. This role will own recruiting strategy and execution, build and support a growing recruiting team, and strengthen the processes and tools that enable efficient, high-quality hiring across the company. This is a player–coach role for someone who enjoys being close to the work while also shaping how recruiting operates as the company scales. What you’ll do Own end-to-end recruiting across the company, from intake through offer, with a focus on speed, quality, and candidate experience. Ensure recruiting practices maintain a high talent bar and align with company values. Hire, coach, and develop a high-performance recruiting team, providing clear priorities and day-to-day support Develop and execute a long-term, scalable recruitment strategy aligned with business growth & product roadmaps Partner closely with hiring managers and leadership to align on hiring needs, role definitions, and timelines. Design and improve recruiting processes with an automation-first mindset, reducing manual work and increasing consistency. Evaluate, implement, and optimize AI-enabled recruiting tools across sourcing, screening, scheduling, and reporting. Establish lightweight, structured interview practices and hiring manager guidance. Track key recruiting metrics and use data and insights to identify bottlenecks and drive continuous improvement. What we’re looking for 8+ years of recruiting experience with demonstrated leadership of hiring and leading a team. Experience at a fast-growing tech company (ideally 100-->500 employees); you understand the difference between building what a company needs now versus over-engineering for a future state that may never arrive Proven talent leadership experience in a hypergrowth company Proven ability to operate as a player–coach in a growing organization. Experience improving or scaling recruiting processes and systems. Strong partnership skills with hiring managers and cross-functional leaders. Practical, resourceful approach with a bias toward action. Automation-first, AI-enabled recruiting mindset, with experience applying modern tools to improve efficiency and scale. Plenful perks Comprehensive Benefits Package: Enjoy unlimited PTO, fully covered health insurance (medical, dental, and vision), meal stipend, health & wellness stipend, 401(k) matching, and stock options Mission-Driven, World-Class Team: Join an exceptional group of professionals aligned around a meaningful mission and committed to making an impact Opportunities for Growth: Strengthen your partnership expertise through collaboration with experienced, high-performing leaders across the organization Flexible Work Environment: We are a remote-first company with meaningful office presence in San Francisco and New York. R&D roles follow a hybrid model, with two days per week in our San Francisco office. Apply To This Job