NewsBreak is looking to solve the problem of hiring top-tier technical talent, specifically AI, machine learning, and advanced technical roles, to continue its high-growth trajectory and fulfill its mission of building the infrastructure layer for content intelligence.
Requirements
- 1–3+ years of full-cycle technical recruiting experience, preferably supporting AI, ML, data, or platform engineering roles in tech, media, or internet companies
- Hands-on experience sourcing, engaging, and closing passive technical and AI talent
- Familiarity with recruiting tools and systems, including ATS platforms, data tracking/reporting tools, and collaboration software (e.g., Workable, Excel)
- Experience recruiting in both in-house and agency environments
- Background supporting high-growth startups or AI-driven product teams
- Exposure to hiring for machine learning, applied AI, infrastructure, or data-intensive roles
Responsibilities
- Own full-cycle recruitment for AI/ML engineers, data scientists, platform engineers, product managers, designers, and other business functions, with a strong emphasis on AI-driven and highly technical roles
- Develop and execute comprehensive, data-informed sourcing strategies, translating role requirements into precise target profiles and talent maps
- Proactively identify and engage passive AI and technical talent via LinkedIn, GitHub, Google, AngelList, research publications, open-source communities, and other advanced sourcing channels
- Conduct initial technical and behavioral screens, assessing candidates’ technical depth, problem-solving ability, and alignment with AI-driven products
- Partner closely with third-party recruiting agencies to calibrate role expectations, evaluate candidate quality, and optimize pipeline efficiency
- Drive the offer process end-to-end, including offer strategy, compensation discussions, negotiations, and closing
- Maintain strong pipeline hygiene and data integrity, leveraging recruiting metrics and insights to provide regular, data-centric updates to hiring managers and leadership
Other
- Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business, or a related field
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to partner effectively with technical stakeholders
- Experience working with cross-regional or global teams
- Highly self-motivated, results-oriented, and comfortable owning outcomes in a fast-moving environment
- Ability to attract and hire talent from top-tier technology or AI-focused companies
