Senior Technical Recruiter, AI/ML

Solvd Inc. is a rapidly growing AI-native consulting and technology services firm delivering enterprise transformation across cloud, data, software engineering, and artificial intelligence. We work with industry-leading organizations to design, build, and operationalize technology solutions that drive measurable business outcomes.

Following the acquisition of Tooploox, a premier AI and product development company, Solvd now offers true end-to-end delivery—from strategic advisory and solution design to custom AI development and enterprise-scale implementation. Our capability centers combine deep technical expertise, proven delivery methodologies, and sector-specific knowledge to address complex business challenges quickly and effectively.

Solvd is hiring a Senior Technical Recruiter, AI/ML (US) to build and close pipelines for senior AI talent in competitive markets. This is a sourcing-led role for someone with deep ties in the US AI community and a track record of hiring experienced AI engineers and scientists through credibility, speed, and strong candidate engagement.

You’ll partner with AI leadership and delivery teams to define hiring profiles, run end-to-end searches, and consistently close top talent through community-driven sourcing and targeted outreach.

• Own full-cycle recruiting for senior AI roles across IC and leadership levels, from Senior/Staff to Director (e.g., AI Solution Architects, Applied Science leads, Directors of AI Solutions).

• Build high-signal pipelines via AI communities, referrals, open-source networks, and targeted passive sourcing.

• Lead intake and calibration with hiring managers to align on scorecards, evaluation signals, and closing strategy.

• Create role-specific sourcing plans (persona, target orgs, channels, messaging) and iterate outreach based on response data.

• Run technically credible screens and guide candidates through interviews with fast feedback loops and strong candidate prep.

• Own offer strategy and closing, including compensation alignment and competing offer navigation.

• Track funnel health and recruiting metrics (pipeline coverage, conversions, time-to-submit/time-to-hire) and improve the motion over time.

• Network-led and sourcing-strong; you don’t rely on inbound.

• Credible with AI candidates and able to assess real signals beyond resumes.

• Highly organized, data-aware, and comfortable running multiple senior searches in parallel.

• Clear communicator who builds trust with candidates and hiring leaders.

• 6+ years of full-cycle technical recruiting, with meaningful focus on AI/ML/GenAI.

• Demonstrated success hiring Senior/Staff-level AI talent.

• Strong existing network across AI engineering/research communities.

• Proven sourcing craft: mapping, boolean/X-ray, and portfolio-based sourcing (GitHub/Hugging Face/arXiv as relevant).

• Strong stakeholder management and closing skills.

• ATS/CRM discipline and comfort operating with funnel metrics.

• Consulting/agency recruiting experience.

• Exposure to hard-to-hire specialties (agents, RL, recommender systems, MLOps/platform, infra-heavy ML).

• Familiarity with AI-assisted sourcing and outreach workflows.

• ATS/CRM (e.g., Ashby), LinkedIn Recruiter, sourcing extensions.

• GitHub/Hugging Face/arXiv and other portfolio channels.

• Collaboration and scheduling tools.

• High ownership hiring for senior AI roles that directly impact client outcomes.

• Strong technical bench and AI-first focus that supports credible outreach and closing.

When you join Solvd, you'll…

• Shape real-world AI-driven projects across key industries, working with clients from startup innovation to enterprise transformation.

• Be part of a global team with equal opportunities for collaboration across continents and cultures.

• Thrive in an inclusive environment that prioritizes continuous learning, innovation, and ethical AI standards.

Ready to make an impact?

If you're excited to build things that matter, champion responsible AI, and grow with some of the industry’s sharpest minds. Apply today and let’s innovate together.

Solvd is an equal opportunity employer.

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