Senior Technical Sourcer, Applications Engineering

Responsibilities

• Lead sourcing strategies to identify and engage candidates across various engineering disciplines, including software, backend, and product engineering.
• Develop and maintain a strong pipeline of passive candidates through proactive outreach, research, and networking.
• Collaborate closely with hiring managers and technical leaders to understand hiring needs and refine sourcing approaches.
• Leverage advanced sourcing techniques and tools to attract exceptional technical talent.
• Represent OpenAI at industry events and conferences to promote the mission and connect with potential candidates.
• Maintain accurate candidate data and metrics to inform sourcing strategies and decision-making.

Requirements

• 5+ years of experience in technical sourcing, specifically focused on engineering or technical roles.
• Proven track record of successfully sourcing candidates across diverse software engineering disciplines.
• Strong understanding of technical concepts and the ability to communicate complex role requirements.
• Proficiency with sourcing tools and platforms, including LinkedIn Recruiter and applicant tracking systems (ATS).
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to build trust with candidates and internal stakeholders.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, evolving environment.

Benefits

• Competitive salary range of $172K – $240K plus equity and performance bonuses.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance for you and your family.
• 401(k) retirement plan with employer match.
• Generous paid parental leave and medical/caregiver leave.
• Flexible PTO for exempt employees and paid company holidays.
• Mental health and wellness support.
• Daily meals in the office and meal delivery credits.
• Annual learning and development stipend.

About the Company

OpenAI is an AI research and deployment company dedicated to ensuring that general-purpose artificial intelligence benefits all of humanity. We push the boundaries of AI capabilities and seek to safely deploy them to the world through our products. Our mission attracts the world’s top talent to address one of the most ambitious challenges of our time.