Senior Technical Talent Acquisition Specialist

Senior Technical Talent Acquisition Specialist

Remote

We exist to unlock human potential.

Too often, AI drains it—drains budgets, drains energy resources, drains ownership of data. Open Teams was founded to change that. We build AI that empowers. Our models are energy-efficient, cost-effective, and fully yours.

Our ethos is open source. That means freedom, trust, and accountability are built into every line of code. We reinvest 3% of our profits back into the open‑source community, because we believe tech is most powerful when it serves everyone.

At our core, we value freedom, teamwork, accountability, and uncompromising quality. If you want to fight Goliath, and shape tools that set people free, Open Teams is the place to do it.

Location: Remote (U.S. – Central Time Zone Friendly)
Duration: 4‑Month Contract | Potential to Convert to Full-Time | $50 - $55/hr.
Target Start: January 2026

Open Teams is seeking a Senior Technical Talent Acquisition Specialist to join our growing team of industry‑leading recruiting professionals. This role will serve as a 4‑month contract covering a team member’s maternity leave, with strong potential for a full‑time hire based on performance and organizational needs.

We’re a distributed team headquartered in Austin, TX, driven by innovation and collaboration. If you’re a motivated, detail‑oriented recruiter who thrives in fast‑paced technical environments, we’d love to meet you.

• 5+ years of full‑cycle recruiting experience — both agency and in‑house preferred.
• 3+ years recruiting for technical roles (ideally within the open‑source software or engineering ecosystem).
• Proven ability to partner directly with C‑level leadership as a strategic advisor.
• Strong record of success in fast‑paced, high‑growth environments; calm under pressure and results‑oriented.
• A player‑coach mindset - collaborative, supportive, and eager to help others succeed.
• Highly organized, detail‑driven, and able to manage multiple priorities with ease.
• Skilled in sourcing and building pipelines through creative, multi‑channel outreach strategies.

• Own and manage senior‑level technical and leadership requisitions, driving full‑cycle recruiting from intake to offer.
• Partner with company leadership to strategically expand the senior and leadership talent base.
• Build and strengthen Open Teams’ employer brand within the open‑source community; nurture relationships with key contributors and partners.
• Collaborate closely with the recruiting team to share best practices, mentor junior recruiters, and ensure an engaging, high‑performing culture.
• Support hiring manager enablement through interview training and process improvements focused on quality and efficiency.
• Create and analyze recruiting metrics and reports to identify opportunities for process improvements and scalability.
• Collaborate on talent development programs to identify and grow high‑potential candidates internally.

At Open Teams, we’re passionate about connecting exceptional talent to transformative work in open‑source and AI. You’ll join a mission‑driven, collaborative team where your voice matters, and your impact is tangible.

Our interviews will not only give us insight into your skill set but give you insight into our company.

1. Preliminary Interview — 30 minutes You’ll meet with our recruiter for an introductory conversation about your background, career goals, and what you’re looking for in your next role. We’ll also share more about the opportunity and answer any initial questions. The goal is to build a high‑level understanding of your experience, interests, and alignment with Open Teams.

2. Video Interview with Technical Recruiter — 45 minutes Next, you’ll meet with our current Technical Recruiter for a deeper discussion about your experience. This conversation will include a mix of behavioral, situational, and skill‑based questions related to the role. This step helps us assess your recruiting approach, technical fluency, and working style.

3. Final Interview with VP of Human Resources — 45–60 minutes You’ll then meet with our VP of HR to discuss team dynamics,…