Atomic Machines · 3 hours ago
Startup Recruiter
Emeryville, CA
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid, Senior Level
$120K/yr - $150K/yr
3+ years expAtomic Machines is a company revolutionizing micromanufacturing with its innovative Matter Compiler™ technology platform. They are seeking a Startup Recruiter who will drive full-cycle recruiting for technical and non-technical teams, engage with engineering talent, and contribute to building a multidisciplinary foundation for the company.
ManufacturingSemiconductor
Responsibilities
Own full-cycle recruiting for roles across multiple engineering and operational domains—mechanical, electrical, embedded systems, finance, operations and manufacturing—from kickoff through close
Develop creative sourcing strategies that reach exceptional, often passive, technical talent from leading engineering and technology companies
Collaborate with engineers to learn the technology, understand the challenges, and authentically communicate our mission to candidates
Maintain clear, consistent communication to deliver a high-quality candidate experience from first touch to offer
Share standout talent and collaborate across the recruiting team by contributing to shared pipelines and feedback loops that drive transparency, teamwork, and company-wide hiring success
Continuously improve recruiting processes, tools, and metrics to increase speed, quality, and candidate engagement
Jump in where needed—whether it’s refining a pitch, sourcing for a new function, or helping a teammate close a critical hire—this is a collaborative startup environment where adaptability matters
Qualification
Required
3–5 years of full-cycle recruiting experience across technical or engineering disciplines, with demonstrated success in high-growth startup environments
A proven ability to engage and hire top engineering talent across multiple domains, such as program management, finance, software, or manufacturing
First-principles recruiting mindset — you question assumptions, dig into the “why” behind role needs, and design sourcing and evaluation strategies from the ground up rather than relying solely on precedent
Demonstrated success in developing and executing sourcing strategies that attract and engage passive talent
Experience using applicant tracking systems such as Greenhouse, Lever, or Ashby
Strong closing skills—you drive the process end-to-end with persistence, judgment, and finesse
A high degree of judgment and ability to operate autonomously while knowing when to collaborate or escalate
A genuine curiosity for complex technology—you ask questions, dig in, and build fluency in what our teams are developing
A collaborative mindset—you thrive in a team-driven recruiting culture that values shared wins and open communication
Exceptional written and verbal communication skills with attention to tone, clarity, and detail
Strong multitasking skills—you can balance multiple searches while maintaining a high bar for quality and candidate experience
Bachelor's degree
Availability to be on-site in Emeryville or Santa Clara, 3 days a week, working side-by-side with engineers and hiring managers
Benefits
Equity
Benefits
Company
Atomic Machines
Atomic Machines are into MEMS micro- and nano-fabrication.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
unknown2021-02-15Seed
2020-04-01Seed
Leadership Team
Jeff Holden
Founder & CEO
Terry Sauer
Operations Program Manager
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