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Etched · 2 days ago

Talent Sourcer (Supercomputing/ML)

San Jose, CA

Full-time

Onsite

Mid Level

$140K/yr - $220K/yr

3+ years exp

Etched is building the world’s first AI inference system purpose-built for transformers. They are seeking a Talent Sourcer to develop and maintain talent pipelines for engineering roles in supercomputing and machine learning, working closely with recruiters and hiring managers to identify and engage top technical talent.

AI InfrastructureArtificial Intelligence (AI)ComputerHardwareSemiconductor

Responsibilities

Own top-of-funnel sourcing strategy across priority engineering roles in supercomputing, ML systems, firmware, networking, and distributed systems

Build and maintain high-quality talent pipelines through outbound sourcing, referrals, events, research, and creative outreach

Partner closely with recruiters and hiring managers to deeply understand role requirements, ideal profiles, and search strategy

Develop market maps for niche technical domains and continuously expand our talent network

Run high-volume, high-signal outbound campaigns with thoughtful personalization

Track sourcing performance, conversion rates, and funnel health

Continuously experiment with new sourcing channels, tools, and techniques

Deliver a best-in-class candidate experience from first touch onward

Qualification

Sourcing technical talentExperience in supercomputingExperience in ML systemsBuilding talent pipelinesMarket mappingCandidate experience focusTechnical curiosityDetail-orientedOrganizational skills

Required

3+ years of experience sourcing technical talent in highly competitive markets

Deep experience sourcing software, systems, infrastructure, or hardware engineers

Highly resourceful and love finding exceptional candidates beyond obvious platforms

Thrive in ambiguity and enjoy building sourcing engines from scratch

Detail-oriented, organized, and operationally strong

Care deeply about candidate experience and employer brand

Love working in high-velocity environments with extremely high hiring bars

Preferred

Experience sourcing in AI, supercomputing, semiconductor, or hardware domains

A track record of building pipelines for highly niche or emerging technical fields

Strong technical curiosity and ability to quickly learn new domains

Benefits

Generous medical, dental, and vision benefits

Housing subsidy of $2,000/month for those living within walking distance of the office

Daily lunch and dinner in our office

Relocation support for those moving to San Jose

Company

Etched

Building the hardware for superintelligence

Founded in 2022

Cupertino, California, USA

51-200 employees

https://www.etched.com

Funding

Current Stage

Growth Stage

Total Funding

$625.36M

Key Investors

StripesPrimary Venture Partners

2026-01-14Series Unknown· $500M

2024-06-25Series A· $120M

2023-05-16Seed· $5.36M

Leadership Team

Chris Zhu

Co-Founder

Robert Wachen

Co-Founder and President

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