Senior Technical Recruiter

September 25, 2026
San Francisco, CA, US
$150,000 – $185,000/yr
  • We’re seeking a Recruiter who’s passionate about discovering top talent, driving company growth, and helping people develop successful careers
  • In this position, you’ll be a strong collaborative partner to our hiring partners, consulting with them around talent acquisition strategies & hiring processes, and executing against the team’s hiring goals
  • Additionally, we are looking for a recruiter who has experience in scaling technology companies and is eager to take on their next challenge building the next phase of Gusto’s organization
  • Most importantly, we’re looking for someone who will take ownership of building a strong candidate pipeline and ensuring a positive candidate experience throughout the hiring process at Gusto
  • Own full-cycle recruiting for roles at Gusto, with a focus on req-based hiring and strategic alignment to business needs
  • Partner closely with Hiring PEs to understand org goals and develop customized hiring plans that drive results
  • Build deep, consultative relationships with hiring managers, navigating complex or evolving hiring environments with clarity and confidence
  • Develop tailored strategies to attract, engage, and close exceptional talent through representative sourcing and outreach channels to help build belonging at Gusto
  • Provide a thoughtful, high-touch candidate experience throughout the entire process
  • Collaborate cross-functionally with teams like Compensation, People Partners, and Executive Operations to ensure seamless execution
  • Contribute to and improve recruiting processes that enable the Invite team to scale efficiently
  • Proactively challenge the status quo, offering creative ideas to elevate the craft of recruiting at Gusto

Benefits

  • Gender-affirming care and support
  • Family care and support, including family planning and fertility benefits
  • A variety of mental health resources
  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance for employees and dependents
  • Free meals and refreshments at the office (conversation and community is an added bonus!)
  • Paid vacation, sick time, bereavement, and holidays, paid leaves, sabbatical, and more- Comfortable using funnel metrics and data to inform hiring strategy and drive efficiency
  • Strong track record of influencing and coaching hiring PEs through the entire recruiting lifecycle
  • Proficient with Greenhouse, Gem, Slack, LinkedIn Recruiter, and G-Suite; Demonstrated experience using AI and talent intelligence tools (e.g., ChatGPT, LinkedIn AI, sourcing automation, competitive insights) to improve efficiency and quality of work
  • 6+ years of full-cycle recruiting experience, including 2+ years in a high-growth tech environment
  • Thrive in a fast-paced, ever-evolving environment and enjoy working collaboratively across teams
  • Passionate about Gusto’s mission and the role small businesses play in the world
  • Committed to inclusive hiring practices, with experience building representative pipelines and partnering to foster belonging
  • Demonstrated success in req-based recruiting, with a focus on mid- to senior-level hiring
  • Growth mindset toward AI adoption and ability to integrate new tools into recruiting workflows responsibly