Founding Recruiter at Conversion | San Francisco

Join Our Team as a Founding RecruiterAt Conversion, we are revolutionizing the marketing automation landscape with our AI-native platform tailored for modern software companies. Our innovative solution empowers growth teams to seamlessly manage their go-to-market strategies from acquisition to retention, utilizing AI agents to perform tasks that traditional …

Join Our Team as an Executive AssistantAt Conversion, we're on a mission to revolutionize marketing automation for modern software companies. Our AI-native platform streamlines the chaotic world of marketing, ensuring that growth teams can effectively manage their entire go-to-market strategy from a single, efficient interface. With over $28 million in funding and a rapidly growing customer base of more than 4,000 clients, our team in San Francisco is eager to welcome a dynamic Executive Assistant who can thrive in our collaborative and fast-paced environment.As our first Executive Assistant, you will play a pivotal role in shaping our future. You will be responsible for managing the founders' calendars, coordinating meetings, and facilitating communication to maximize productivity. Your contributions will extend to building recruiting pipelines, organizing team events, and scouting locations for our next office space. If you are passionate about helping teams succeed and enjoy tackling diverse challenges, we want to hear from you!

Join us at datacurve as we revolutionize the developer landscape with our innovative gamified platform. Here, thousands of engineers will collaborate to create high-fidelity datasets that push the boundaries of large language models (LLMs). As the Founding Recruiter, you will play a pivotal role in scaling our vision from the ground up, establishing a robust recruitment function that encompasses systems, processes, and branding. Initially, you will be a player-coach, actively sourcing, engaging, and securing top-tier talent while also laying the groundwork for a future recruitment team.Key ResponsibilitiesEstablish Recruiting Function: Develop and execute the recruitment strategy, including tools, processes, branding, and training initiatives to enhance our hiring capacity.Manage Full-Cycle Recruiting: Take charge of sourcing, evaluating, negotiating, and closing candidates for both technical (AI/ML/Engineering) and operational positions.Lead by Example: Engage in hands-on recruiting while simultaneously creating a strategic roadmap for future team expansion.Enhance Efficiency and Quality: Reduce time-to-fill, monitor funnel metrics, and implement rigorous standards throughout the recruitment process.Elevate Candidate Experience: Safeguard our employer brand, ensure swift communication, and facilitate a respectful and engaging hiring process.Conduct Effective Intake Sessions: Collaborate with hiring managers to thoroughly understand job requirements and set clear priorities.Source Talent Innovatively: Utilize diverse platforms beyond LinkedIn, such as GitHub and niche forums, to uncover hidden talent.Strategically Close Candidates: Personalize pitches to align with candidate motivations, clearly communicate compensation packages, and outmaneuver competitors.Train and Mentor: Equip the recruitment team with the skills to conduct effective, fair, and legal interviews; establish structured processes and evaluation rubrics.What We’re Looking ForDemonstrable full-cycle recruiting expertise, particularly in technical roles.Experience in Startups—preferably as a founding or first recruiter, valuing breadth of experience in smaller companies over depth in larger organizations.Familiarity with the San Francisco Market—possessing a strong local network and an understanding of prevailing compensation standards.Proven creative sourcing abilities—able to demonstrate effective strategies that have yielded results.Exceptional closing skills—capable of navigating competitive offers and tailoring narratives to resonate with candidates.Comfort in recruiting for AI/ML roles; knowledgeable about where to discover this talent.

The OpportunityJoin Numeral at a pivotal moment in our growth journey as we scale from 80 to 300 employees within the next few years. We are not just looking for a recruiter; we need a strategic architect to help us maintain our culture and high standards while expanding our team.As our Founding Recruiter, you will go beyond simply filling positions. You will collaborate closely with our Founders and C-suite executives to define what excellence looks like in our hiring process. You’ll implement the necessary infrastructure, including tools like Ashby and scorecards, to elevate our recruitment strategy and actively seek out the leadership and engineering talent that will shape our future.Numeral is on a rapid growth trajectory, with plans to more than double our headcount in the coming year. To achieve this ambitious goal without compromising our culture or standards, we require a thoughtful talent partner to design our hiring system.In your role, you will be hands-on, driving initiatives and executing strategies to build a robust hiring framework.What You’ll Actually DoBuild the

Founding RecruiterAbout UsAt FurtherAI, we are revolutionizing the insurance industry with cutting-edge AI agents, entering a trillion-dollar market primed for transformation. Supported by over $30M in funding from top-tier investors such as Andreessen Horowitz, Y Combinator, and Nexus, we are experiencing explosive growth, with our revenue multiplying tenfold this year. Our talented team is comprised of former professionals from tech giants like Apple, Microsoft, Google, and Amazon, all driven by a shared commitment to reshape one of the world's most essential sectors.Your RoleWe are seeking a remarkable Founding Recruiter to spearhead our recruitment initiatives and establish the foundation for our ambitious growth strategy.Key RequirementsDemonstrated experience in a startup environment with a track record of success.A strong desire for personal and professional growth.Full-time dedication to working onsite in San Francisco, five days a week.Why Join FurtherAI?Exceptional Growth Opportunities: As we scale rapidly post-product-market fit, this is your chance to be part of a remarkable growth journey from the very beginning.Collaborate with Elite Professionals: Partner with world-class engineers, operators, and founders who possess deep industry expertise.Significant Market Influence: Your contributions will play a vital role in shaping the future of the insurance sector.Ownership and Autonomy: Enjoy a founder's mindset with high levels of responsibility and the opportunity to build the recruitment framework from the ground up.Your ResponsibilitiesManage the entire recruiting process, sourcing, engaging, and securing top-tier engineers, operators, and product leaders.Collaborate closely with founders to anticipate hiring needs and create scalable hiring processes.Design and refine recruiting funnels, metrics, and candidate experiences.Promote FurtherAI’s vision and culture to prospective candidates.Forge strong connections within technical and entrepreneurial circles.Establish and document best practices, interview rubrics, and onboarding processes for our recruitment efforts.Ideal Candidate Profile3–5 years of full-cycle recruiting experience, ideally in a high-growth startup environment.

About UsAt Conversion, we're revolutionizing marketing automation with our AI-native platform designed specifically for modern software companies. The landscape of marketing today is fragmented by outdated tools and disconnected workflows. We're here to change that.Our solution empowers growth teams to seamlessly manage their go-to-market strategies from acquisition to retention, all within a single, fast, and personalized interface powered by AI.With over $28 million raised from leading investors like Abstract Ventures, True Ventures, and HOF Capital, we are rapidly scaling with a current ARR of over $5 million and supporting more than 4,000 customers.Join our dynamic team of high achievers in San Francisco. If you're passionate about crafting innovative, product-led marketing solutions and want to collaborate with world-class teammates, we can't wait to meet you!Over $28M in funding$0 to $6M ARR in less than 12 months, serving over 4,000 customersElite team with backgrounds from Airbnb, Palantir, Pinterest, IMC Trading, Shopify, LinkedIn, Microsoft, and moreAbout the RoleHi! I'm James, co-founder and CTO of Conversion. I want to share what we envision for our ideal candidate to join our engineering team.The challenge we face at Conversion is significant. The absence of new entrants in the marketing automation space for decades speaks to the complexity of building such platforms. Our system must reliably manage gigabytes of data syncs per customer, orchestrate intricate workflows for mission-critical processes, and handle revenue-generating form submissions while delivering high-quality emails to millions of recipients.We're seeking a backend software engineer who is:Product-focused: We value engineers who can take ownership of features, design, and implement them from start to finish. The best product managers often come from engineering backgrounds, as they can effectively assess both the benefits and costs of new features.

Join Our Dynamic Team at ConversionAt Conversion, we are revolutionizing the marketing automation landscape with our AI-native platform tailored for modern software companies. Our innovative solution empowers growth teams to seamlessly manage their entire go-to-market strategy—from acquisition to retention—while leveraging AI agents that outperform traditional tools like Marketo, HubSpot, and Pardot.Having successfully raised over $28M from esteemed investors such as Abstract Ventures, True Ventures, and HOF Capital, our talented team is based in San Francisco, consisting of professionals from top-tier companies including Airbnb, Palantir, Pinterest, IMC, Shopify, LinkedIn, and Microsoft.Your Role and ImpactAs the founding operations manager, you will be instrumental in shaping the operational framework of Conversion. This multifaceted role involves spearheading our recruiting efforts, managing financial operations, and overseeing legal and administrative tasks. You will collaborate closely with the founding team and engage with nearly every aspect of our growing business.This position requires your presence in our San Francisco office five days a week.Key Responsibilities:Lead our full-cycle recruiting processes, from agency management to developing an in-house sourcing pipeline.Facilitate coordination between hiring managers, candidates, and external partners to ensure a smooth recruiting experience.Oversee company finances by monitoring runway, tracking expenditures, and implementing cost-efficiency strategies.Manage legal and administrative operations, including vendor contracts, office agreements, procurement documents, and new hire paperwork.Engage in special projects across marketing and sales that are critical to our scaling efforts.Qualifications:2-5 years of experience in consulting, recruiting, or operations.Preferred: Experience in a high-growth startup environment.Passionate about building processes from the ground up rather than inheriting existing ones.Proficient in structured thinking, capable of breaking down ambiguous challenges and driving solutions independently.Exceptional communication skills across diverse stakeholders, earning trust swiftly.Strong analytical capabilities, especially regarding financial data.

Join Short Story, an innovative tech-driven retailer focused on empowering petite women (5'4" and under) with a seamless shopping experience. As a Founding Recruiter, you will play a crucial role in shaping our team and culture by identifying exceptional talent across various departments, including Operations, Styling, Product, Engineering, Marketing, and Client Experience. Collaborate closely with the CEO to define our hiring strategy, establish what excellence looks like, and create an environment where your contributions leave a lasting impact on the company. This full-time position is based in our vibrant San Francisco office.

San Francisco (In-Office)The OpportunityRunbook is revolutionizing the AI operations layer for the physical economy, which encompasses 40% of the U.S. GDP driven by logistics, field services, manufacturing, energy, and other essential industries that still rely on traditional, repetitive workflows.Founded by Obaid Khan, the visionary behind Motive, a company that achieved remarkable growth to a ~$5B valuation and over 5,000 employees, Runbook represents Obaid's second venture into transformative business. This role offers a unique opportunity to be at the forefront from day one.We seek a Founding Sourcer to spearhead the recruitment efforts that will shape Runbook's future. Working in our downtown San Francisco office, you will collaborate closely with the founder and the founding team, managing the top of the recruitment funnel for key positions within the company.This is not your typical sourcing position; it requires a unique mindset and approach.A Clear Expectation Reset (Please Read)This role is set in a fast-paced, high-expectation environment.We are in build mode - act accordinglyExpect high urgency and accountabilityGain a decade's worth of experience within a single yearKeep pace with a repeat founder and an elite founding teamThis position demands creativity, determination, resilience, and a strong sense of ownership.In return, you will receive something truly exceptional: career-defining growth, unparalleled exposure, and the opportunity to help build a billion-dollar company from the ground up.If this prospect doesn't excite you, that's perfectly fine; it may indicate that this role isn't the right fit for you.What You’ll DoManage top-of-funnel sourcing for engineering, product, and go-to-market roles in a high-growth, founder-led environmentCollaborate directly with the founder and early leaders to define the criteria for ideal hiresIdentify, engage, and motivate top talent through innovative, personalized outreachServe as an ambassador for Runbook's culture and mission

Founding Technical Recruiter (In-House)Location: San Francisco (in-person, in-office, full-time ONLY)Compensation: $220K–$320K total annual compensationAbout VirioVirio is revolutionizing the B2B go-to-market landscape with our next-generation AI-powered content engine. We transform executive thought leadership into scalable revenue pipelines.Our mission is to empower the fastest-growing B2B companies to achieve market success through impactful, executive-led content that drives real revenue, not just vanity metrics. Unlike traditional content agencies, Virio is supported by a robust network of investors and industry leaders from LinkedIn, YouTube, HubSpot, Rippling, and Google. We’ve developed a proven framework for converting founder-led content into valuable meetings, pipelines, and brand strength.As we continue to expand our GTM infrastructure that operates like a high-output organization, integrating strategy, execution, and systems thinking, our recruiting team is rapidly growing. Having recently added $1M in ARR, we are on the lookout for top talent to sustain our growth trajectory.We are currently seeking a Founding Technical Recruiter to manage end-to-end recruiting and to help build a stellar team.

Lassie is revolutionizing the healthcare industry by leveraging artificial intelligence to transition health practices from outdated paper systems to efficient, automated solutions. Positioned as a technology frontrunner, we are rapidly expanding, with a trajectory towards unicorn status by next year, serving a growing base of satisfied customers.Founded by industry veterans Steijn Pelle and Frédéric Renken, who have previously propelled companies like Robinhood and Coinbase to substantial revenue milestones, Lassie is currently in the process of building its Series A team. Our early employees have experienced excellence and are committed to recreating that success.About the RoleWe are seeking a proactive and strategic Founding Recruiter to spearhead the establishment of our entire talent acquisition function. In this pivotal role, you will collaborate closely with the founders, overseeing hiring initiatives across software engineering, product development, and go-to-market strategies as we undergo rapid scaling.You will be responsible for crafting and implementing our recruiting strategy, sourcing top-tier talent, and developing processes that attract the best candidates. As one of our foundational hires, your contributions will significantly influence the culture, workforce, and future direction of Lassie.This opportunity is perfect for individuals enthusiastic about working in a dynamic, early-stage environment and who are passionate about building teams from the ground up.

About the RoleWe are on the lookout for a Founding Technical Recruiter who will play a pivotal role in establishing our hiring infrastructure from square one. This position involves taking ownership of the entire recruitment lifecycle—from sourcing candidates to finalizing offers—for engineering, product, and go-to-market roles at a pioneering AI infrastructure startup.This is an exceptional chance to define the recruiting function and work closely with our founders in shaping our hiring processes, enhancing our employer brand, and crafting a remarkable candidate experience as we grow our engineering team from 4 to an unlimited number of engineers.Your ResponsibilitiesCreate and scale recruiting systems, including structured interview processes, standardized evaluation rubrics, and comprehensive hiring playbooks.Manage full-cycle recruiting for all technical roles, from niche talent to general engineering positions.Develop top-notch sourcing pipelines employing innovative strategies to attract elite talent in competitive markets.Collaborate closely with founders and the CEO to establish role specifications, interview frameworks, and recruitment strategies.Enhance our candidate experience from initial contact through to offer acceptance and onboarding.Elevate our employer brand through compelling storytelling, engaging content, and active community involvement.Implement data-driven recruitment practices, tracking metrics, analyzing recruitment funnels, and continuously refining our hiring processes.Engage in internal HR initiatives with the Head of Operations and expand your responsibilities as the company grows.Who You AreYou are a proactive builder who thrives in uncertain environments and takes swift action. Your experience in recruiting technical talent at fast-paced startups equips you with the knowledge of what it takes to attract top engineers. You are passionate about providing a stellar candidate experience and adept at conveying an inspiring vision. You possess strong analytical skills, creativity, and are determined to secure exceptional talent.

Valerie Health is hiring a Founding Recruiter based in San Francisco. This early team member will play a key part in shaping how the company finds and brings on new talent. Role overview This position centers on identifying, attracting, and onboarding skilled professionals who align with Valerie Health’s mission to deliver innovative health solutions. As one of the first recruiters at the company, you will help lay the groundwork for future hiring practices and set the tone for talent acquisition. What you will do Source and engage candidates for a range of roles supporting Valerie Health’s growth Guide candidates through the hiring process from initial contact to onboarding Collaborate with leadership to understand hiring needs and priorities Location This role is based in San Francisco, California.

Join Broccoli as a Founding GTM Recruiter! At Broccoli, our mission is to enhance real-world operations through intelligence and reliability, beginning with home service businesses. We view operations as a systems challenge rather than merely a staffing issue. Engaging with customers, scheduling appointments, and ensuring consistent follow-ups requires judgment, memory, and accountability — not just increasing headcount. In an era where AI agents are becoming more accessible, reliability and execution are our key differentiators. We empower home service companies to manage their front office with AI that acts, retains context, and delivers trustworthy outcomes.By 2025, we achieved a remarkable 20× revenue growth, scaling to multi-million dollar figures, expanding our team from 5 to 20 members, and successfully raising a $25M Series A funding round led by Khosla Ventures, alongside participation from Y Combinator.Here are some highlights about us:Our COO was our first customer, a plumbing company CEO, who has been instrumental in shaping Broccoli from the outset.Our clients collectively generate over $15 billion in annual revenue, positioning Broccoli at the heart of this revenue stream.We have facilitated over 500,000 verified appointments for our clients.Every engineer at Broccoli engages directly with customers, observing live calls and understanding real-world challenges firsthand.Role OverviewWe are seeking a Founding GTM Recruiter to spearhead the recruitment efforts that will shape Broccoli's next growth phase. You will manage the complete recruiting cycle for Go-To-Market (GTM) positions, including Account Executives (AEs), Customer Success Managers (CSMs), and Marketing professionals, collaborating closely with the founders to define the who and why behind each hiring decision.Recruitment is a cornerstone function at Broccoli. As we develop AI systems that operate in the real world, the caliber of our team is crucial for our success.Your ResponsibilitiesOversee full-cycle recruiting for GTM roles across various levels — encompassing sales, customer success, marketing, and operations — executed in the distinctive Broccoli manner.Collaborate with founders to ensure a positive candidate experience from initial conversations through to the onboarding process.Engage in extensive sourcing! While Broccoli has a compelling narrative regarding revenue and growth, we are still in the process of broadening our outreach. You will explore innovative sourcing strategies, including referrals, outbound efforts, and creative tactics to attract exceptional candidates.

Our Vision:At Medraai, we're diligently crafting the core components of our Physical AI Scientist platform. Our innovations include: A Physical AI that possesses the dexterity to operate scientific instruments just like a human. An AI capable of autonomously analyzing results, reasoning about subsequent steps, and closing the loop independently.Our mission is ambitious, but we firmly believe that with a team of driven individuals who take ownership, we can achieve remarkable feats.The Team:We are a collective of dedicated engineers from esteemed companies such as Tesla, Amazon, SpaceX, and Neuralink. Our culture is collaborative, and we thrive on speed—whether it's in product development or team adventures like skiing and go-karting!As a group, we enjoy delving into discussions about engineering and robotics, as well as other interests like race cars and cooking. We believe in continuous learning and sharing new insights with one another.Our team values open communication and straightforwardness. We are comfortable engaging in intense discussions about design trade-offs and prioritize resolving conflicts swiftly and empathetically.Your Role:Lead and shape the entire talent acquisition function at Medraai.Collaborate directly with leadership to identify hiring needs and define role specifications.Oversee full-cycle recruiting for both technical and non-technical positions.Develop and implement sourcing strategies to proactively engage top-tier candidates.Design and refine interview processes, evaluation criteria, and rubrics.Communicate recruitment progress clearly, identify risks early, and ensure a swift hiring process.Create scalable recruiting workflows, systems, and tools.Ensure an outstanding candidate experience while effectively representing Medraai’s mission.Take complete ownership of critical hires from initiation to conclusion.This role requires five days a week in-person attendance at our San Francisco office, with relocation support available.Ideal Candidate:4-10+ years of comprehensive recruiting experience, preferably in fast-paced startup environments.Proven ability to source, assess, and successfully close exceptional technical talent.Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to foster relationships.

About UsAt Perfect Venue, we understand that private events and catering can substantially boost revenue for restaurants and event spaces. However, many venues are hindered by outdated, error-prone manual processes, unlike the advanced software utilized by large chains. We are on a mission to level the playing field by providing local restaurants and venues with an affordable and intuitive event management tool, empowering them to compete effectively with larger competitors. This is just the beginning, as we have ambitions to expand into a wider marketplace that includes various event services such as DJs, florists, and more.As the Founding Recruiter at Perfect Venue, you will be instrumental in shaping the future of our team. You will own the entire recruiting lifecycle, from developing talent pipelines and creating exceptional candidate experiences to working closely with leadership on hiring strategies and culture development. As one of the first in this role, you will help define and scale our recruiting processes, advocate for our employer brand, and influence our internal people operations.We are seeking a motivated and strategic recruiting professional who excels in a dynamic startup environment. You should be enthusiastic about collaborating cross-functionally, innovating systems and processes, and leaving a lasting impact on our team’s growth and company culture.This is a hybrid role based out of our office in San Francisco.

Kiloforge operates as a company factory in San Francisco, using AI to generate, validate, build, and distribute software products for niche communities. The team’s goal is to address overlooked challenges with tailored applications and eventually manage thousands of products, each designed for specific needs. Role overview This founding engineer position centers on building and shipping micro applications at a rapid pace. The work involves developing software for real users, automating processes, and adapting quickly as priorities shift. The environment values experimentation and learning across disciplines. What you will do Develop and release micro applications each week for actual users Continuously improve and automate development workflows Who we're looking for Generalists with broad skills, ideally extending beyond engineering Experience building products that have reached real customers Resourceful and adaptable, able to respond to new challenges Strong instincts for product and design Comfortable with shifting priorities and ambiguity Curious and motivated to learn across different fields Background in founding a company or strong interest in entrepreneurship The team Founders with experience building companies, including one that reached $20M ARR Track record of launching products with thousands of active users Driven to make a meaningful impact Small, agile group of founders and builders Supported by investors such as a16z, Uncork Capital, Y Combinator partners, and Rahul Vohra Why join Kiloforge Collaborate with designers, creatives, and marketers to integrate their expertise into AI-driven workflows Ideal for those ready to take risks and help reshape how software is built and shipped Hands-on experience building and distributing products in an AI-first setting

Founding DesignerJoin Automat as a Founding Designer and play a pivotal role in shaping our platform and brand identity. Collaborate closely with our co-founder and CEO, Lucas Ochoa, to create an intuitive user experience that resonates with our vision of simplifying automation. Your design expertise will be crucial in crafting unique product experiences that are both aesthetically pleasing and functionally robust.About AutomatFounded by a talented team of creative technologists from esteemed organizations such as Google Creative Lab and Google Robotics at X, Automat is revolutionizing the way companies interact with AI. Our innovative solutions empower businesses to automate tedious tasks, enhancing operational efficiency and driving profitability. As we scale our operations, we invite you to be part of this exciting journey.What You Will DoAs a Founding Designer, you will lead the design efforts for Automat's platform. Your responsibilities will include establishing a cohesive brand language, collaborating with engineering teams, and developing user-centric designs that transform complex workflows into seamless automation experiences.Ideal Candidate ProfileExhibit exceptional design taste and creativityPossess the ability to navigate ambiguous design challengesHave a deep understanding of product design principles, especially in tech-driven environmentsDemonstrated experience in creating high-quality design outputs that align with engineering and business goals

Summary: Join Interface as a Founding Engineer! We seek versatile engineers (ML, data, full-stack) who are driven, innovative, and eager to make a difference. If you're ready to challenge the status quo and build impactful solutions, we want you on our team! Your Profile:Make swift, informed decisions with a focus on outcomesProactively address issues before they escalateFluent in our technology stack (TypeScript, Python, Docker, LLMs, YOLO, Tesseract, PostgreSQL, AWS, React Native, etc.)Have a proven track record of building functional productsThrive in fast-paced environmentsYour Responsibilities:Engage with users/customers to understand their experiences, challenges, and requirementsDesign robust systems utilized by thousands at billion-dollar enterprisesDevelop autonomous data pipelines for auditing large volumes of documentsEnsure scalable infrastructure managementDeliver quickly – our mantra is progress over perfection.Important Insights:Collaborate directly with the founding team and customersUser needs take precedence over flashy featuresThe team works six days a week in our San Francisco officeEnjoy working in SF: vibrant atmosphere, pleasant weather, and access to the best tech ecosystem in the world Additional Information:We welcome applications from around the globe.We offer competitive compensation, substantial equity, and the chance to influence our early team dynamics.$3,000 referral bonus for successful hires.About Interface: We are pioneers in autonomous safety solutions for the industrial sector, focusing on error detection and correction in industrial documentation. Our AI-powered platform aims to automate compliance tasks across various domains. You will leverage cutting-edge technologies at the crossroads of LLMs, computer vision, and data frameworks to redefine industry standards.

Join Us as a Founding MarketerAt Vitalize, we are on a mission to revolutionize hospital operations through intelligent staffing solutions. We are seeking a Founding Marketer who will play a pivotal role in shaping our marketing strategies and defining our brand identity. This is an exciting opportunity to work closely with the founders, influence our narrative, and build a robust marketing framework that supports significant enterprise deals while establishing a compelling recruiting brand.In this role, you will have the autonomy to manage a generous budget and make key decisions that will impact our growth trajectory. Your contributions will be crucial in fostering executive trust and attracting top-tier talent.