Technical Recruiter at Blitzy – Cambridge, Massachusetts

About Blitzy

Blitzy is a Cambridge, MA based AI software development platform on a mission to revolutionize the software development life cycle by autonomously building custom software to unlock the next industrial revolution. We're transforming how enterprises build software, turning enterprise requirements into production-ready code with an agentic software development platform that can autonomously execute 80% of the quantum of software development work. We're backed by multiple tier 1 investors, and have proven success as founders of previous start-ups.

Compensation: $130,000 - $150,000 base salary

Location: 1 Kendall Square, Cambridge, MA (In-person role)

About the Role

We're hiring a Recruiter to build Blitzy's world-class team engineering team during our most critical growth phase. You'll partner directly with our executive leadership and hiring managers to source, engage, and close top-tier talent in a fast-moving, high-performance environment.

This is a hands-on, in-house recruiting role focused on full-cycle execution—from sourcing to offer acceptance. You'll own the candidate experience end-to-end while building the systems and processes that enable us to scale our team efficiently. Your work will directly shape the company's trajectory as we revolutionize software development.

What Success Looks LikeYou consistently deliver high-quality candidates who exceed hiring manager expectations and raise the bar for talent at BlitzyYou build robust pipelines across technical, sales, and operations roles, ensuring we're never blocked on talentYou create an exceptional candidate experience that reinforces Blitzy's brand and values at every touchpointYou move quickly without sacrificing quality, closing critical roles in weeks rather than monthsYou establish strong partnerships with hiring managers, becoming their trusted advisor on talent strategyYou identify and implement recruiting best practices that scale with our growthYou maintain organized, up-to-date pipelines and provide actionable insights through recruiting metricsYou become the voice of Blitzy's culture and mission, inspiring candidates to join our teamYou proactively identify talent gaps and market trends, advising leadership on hiring strategyResponsibilities

Full-Lifecycle Recruiting

Source, screen, and manage candidates across engineering, sales, and operations rolesConduct initial phone screens that assess technical capabilities, culture fit, and motivationCoordinate complex interview schedules with multiple stakeholders while maintaining positive candidate experienceManage the offer process from comp discussions through acceptance, including reference checks and closing conversations

Pipeline Management

Build and maintain robust candidate pipelines in Rippling and/or ATSCreate targeted outbound sourcing campaigns via LinkedIn Recruiter and other platformsTrack and report on key recruiting metrics (time-to-hire, pipeline health, source effectiveness)Maintain organized documentation and ensure smooth handoffs between recruiting stages

Strategic Partnership

Partner closely with hiring managers to define role requirements, ideal candidate profiles, and evaluation criteriaDesign effective interview loops that assess both technical capabilities and culture fitProvide market intelligence on compensation, talent availability, and competitive landscapeAdvise on employer branding and recruiting strategies to attract top talent

Candidate Experience

Deliver a high-touch, personalized experience that reflects Blitzy's values and cultureMaintain clear, timely communication throughout the candidate journeyGather and act on candidate feedback to continuously improve our recruiting processServe as the primary ambassador of Blitzy's mission and culture to prospective hiresRequired Experience3-7 years of recruiting experience, ideally in startup or high-growth tech environmentsProven track record hiring for engineering roles (backend, frontend, AI/ML) at a large scaleStrong sourcing skills with demonstrated success using LinkedIn Recruiter and other sourcing toolsExcellent communication abilities—you can excite engineers about technical challenges and sales candidates about market opportunitiesExceptional organization and follow-through—you never drop balls and maintain detailed, actionable pipelinesComfort in fast-paced environments—you thrive on urgency and can balance multiple priorities simultaneouslyExperience with ATS systems (Rippling experience preferred)Data-driven approach to recruiting with ability to track, analyze, and act on metricsWhat Makes You Stand OutPrior in-house recruiting experience at a Series A-C startup that scaled rapidlyExperience recruiting for AI/ML, developer tools, or enterprise SaaS companiesBackground in both technical and GTM recruiting, with deep networks in both domainsTrack record of building recruiting processes and systems from scratchExperience with employer branding initiatives or recruiting marketingSuccess closing candidates who had competing offers from top tech companiesFamiliarity with AI/GenAI talent market and unique challenges in recruiting for this spacePrevious experience recruiting in the Boston/Cambridge tech ecosystemYou'll GetCompetitive salaryComprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance for you and your family401(k) with company matchFlexible PTO with minimum time off requirementsProfessional development budget for recruiting conferences, certifications, and trainingTop-tier equipment and workspace setupCareer growth opportunity—clear path to lead our talent function as we scaleImpact—your work directly shapes the team building the future of software developmentOur Culture

Who we are: Led by two pioneering co-founders we are one of the fastest growing companies in the U.S., creating our own category of enterprise autonomous software development. We automate thousands of hours of software development for our customers, which includes strong representation within the Fortune 500.

How we work:

We move Blitzy Fast: Time is both our company's and our clients' most precious asset. We move quickly and decisively to innovate internally and deliver exceptional software externally.

Championship Mindset: We operate like a professional sports team. We win as a team by holding ourselves and each other to high standards, collaborating in-person, and remaining focused on the mission.

Passion for Invention: We're pushing the frontier of what's possible, requiring constant innovation and iteration.

We Work for the Customer: We focus on delivering outsized value to the customers we work with and expanding those relationships into deep, meaningful partnerships.

We believe in being 'everyday athletes'—taking care of ourselves so we can bring our best minds to work. We promote great sleep, movement, and restorative activities for optimal mental performance. It makes for a happier and more productive team.

What We Ask of You

This is an in-house role at a fast-growing startup. It requires:

In-person presence in Cambridge—building relationships and culture happens face-to-faceUrgency and speed—we need to close critical roles quickly without sacrificing qualityAdaptability—recruiting priorities will shift as we grow and enter new marketsOwnership mentality—you'll own outcomes, not just activitiesResilience—recruiting involves rejection; you bounce back quickly and learn from every interactionCommitment to excellence—every candidate interaction reflects on Blitzy, and you uphold our standards consistently

If the idea of building a world-class team at a company revolutionizing software development excites you, we want to meet you.

Blitzy is an equal opportunity employer committed to building a diverse and inclusive team. We believe different perspectives make us stronger.

Ready to build the team that builds the future? Apply now.