Senior Recruiter

About Pocket Worlds:

Welcome to Pocket Worlds! Our mission is to connect the world through shared experiences, and our work shapes the future of social virtual worlds.

Here’s why we’re one of the most exciting places to continue your career:

• Featured as one of the most innovative companies in the world by Fast Company.

• Silicon Valley startup culture, with serial startup founders out of Y Combinator.

• An elite team of seasoned veterans from some of the best companies in the world.

• Tackling a mission at a world-changing scale—solving big problems, not local wins.

• Profitable business with strong foundations and a dedicated, established user base.

About the Role:

We’re looking for a Senior Recruiter who’s passionate about connecting amazing people with the right opportunities. If you love finding talent, creating great candidate experiences, and shaping the future of a growing company, this role is for you. You’ll be at the heart of our hiring process, working closely with hiring managers to bring in the best talent and ensure Pocket Worlds continues to thrive.

What You’ll Do:

• Own the full-cycle recruiting process—from sourcing and screening to making offers and welcoming new hires.

• Collaborate closely with hiring managers across all teams to understand hiring needs and craft tailored recruiting strategies.

• Actively source top talent using LinkedIn, job boards, networking events, referrals, and beyond.

• Conduct thoughtful, engaging interviews to assess candidates’ skills, experience, and cultural fit.

• Build strong, lasting relationships with potential hires, ensuring we have a solid talent pipeline for the future.

• Help us showcase our company’s culture and values through an engaging employer branding strategy.

• Provide candidates with an outstanding experience, keeping them informed and excited throughout the hiring process.

• Stay ahead of recruiting trends and best practices to continually improve our approach.

• Leverage data and insights to refine hiring strategies and improve our processes.

What We’re Looking For:

• 5+ years of full-cycle recruiting experience, ideally in a fast-paced startup or tech environment.

• A strong track record of hiring across technical, creative, and operational roles.

• Proven ability to source and engage talent using various platforms and strategies.

• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills—you know how to make candidates and hiring managers feel heard and supported.

• The ability to juggle multiple priorities while keeping the hiring process smooth and efficient.

• A commitment to fostering a diverse, inclusive workplace where everyone feels welcome.

• Experience using Ashby and other similar recruiting tools.

• A proactive mindset—you’re always looking for ways to improve and innovate.

This position is required to be onsite in our East Austin office 5 days a week.

Why work with us:

• Impact from Day One – You’ll have real responsibility and ownership.

• Join a Small, Elite Team – Work closely with top talent in a high-impact environment.

• Fast-Paced & Fun – We’re building something exciting, and every day is different.

• Great People – Work with ambitious, talented individuals who move fast and innovate.

Benefits (Full-Time Employees):

• Competitive Compensation

• Meaningful equity - we’re here to do amazing work, and we share in our wins together.

• Equipment allowance - choose what you need to work at your best.

• Healthcare, 401k (US only)

• Unlimited PTO.

• Education/Training stipend - we've set aside a budget for every employee to continue to learn and grow their skills.

Any communications from Pocket Worlds will only come from an @pocketworlds.com or @everskies.com domain. If you receive any communications, offers, etc. from any other domain, it is likely a scam.