Founding Recruiter

Founding Recruiter

About Us
We're revolutionizing video creation to be seamless and accessible for everyone. Our small, dynamic team values efficiency, collaboration, and creativity. We're seeking individuals with intellect, work ethic, and ambition to join us in breaking down barriers and making a real impact. Experience career growth in a culture that fosters both individual and collective development.

Our headquarters are located in Palo Alto, CA.

Role Overview

As our recruiter, you’ll shape the future of Pika’s team by managing the full recruitment cycle, with a focus on sourcing and hiring top technical and creative talent. Beyond sourcing and screening, you’ll play a critical role in refining our interview practices and recruitment processes.

You’ll work closely with hiring managers and executives across a flat organization, making relationship-building, attention to detail, and a proactive approach to problem-solving essential to success.

Key Responsibilities

• Full-Cycle Recruiting: Own the recruitment process end-to-end for various roles, including managing external recruiting agencies. 
• Sourcing and Pipeline Management: Actively source and manage a strong pipeline of high-caliber candidates, using various sourcing strategies
• Process Improvement: Refine interview best practices and operational processes to enhance efficiency and candidate experience. Maintain organized and detailed records in our ATS (Greenhouse) and ensure clear, consistent communication across teams.
• Data-Driven Approach: Track key metrics such as time-to-hire, source of hire, and candidate experience to improve recruitment practices.
• Strategic Partnership: Partner with hiring managers and executives to define role requirements, align on priorities, and ensure a smooth recruitment process.
• Pika Ambassador: As the first contact many people have with our company, you'll be the person that makes the case for our company and gets candidates excited to work here.

Qualifications

• Experience: 3-5 years of recruiting experience, with at least 2+ years in a fast-paced startup environment.
• Technical and Creative Recruiting: Experience recruiting for both technical roles (e.g., engineering) and creative functions, with a strong EQ around both 
• Process-Driven and Detail-Oriented: Passion for the small things like refining processes and tracking metrics. Proficient with ATS systems, including Greenhouse and LinkedIn Recruiter, with the ability to quickly learn new tools as needed.
• Scheduling Guru: You manipulate calendars like a Tetris champion. No amount of conflicts can strike fear in your heart.

Compensation

The base salary range for this full-time position is $140k/yr - $210k/yr + equity + benefits. Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. The range displayed on each job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target salaries for the position across all locations. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

Please note that the compensation details listed in role postings reflect the base salary only, and do not include bonus, equity, or benefits.