Technical Recruiter

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)

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.

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

Full-Lifecycle Recruiting

• Source, screen, and manage candidates across engineering, sales, and operations roles
• Conduct initial phone screens that assess technical capabilities, culture fit, and motivation
• Coordinate complex interview schedules with multiple stakeholders while maintaining positive candidate experience
• Manage 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 ATS
• Create targeted outbound sourcing campaigns via LinkedIn Recruiter and other platforms
• Track 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 criteria
• Design effective interview loops that assess both technical capabilities and culture fit
• Provide market intelligence on compensation, talent availability, and competitive landscape
• Advise on employer branding and recruiting strategies to attract top talent

Candidate Experience

• Deliver a high-touch, personalized experience that reflects Blitzy's values and culture
• Maintain clear, timely communication throughout the candidate journey
• Gather and act on candidate feedback to continuously improve our recruiting process
• Serve as the primary ambassador of Blitzy's mission and culture to prospective hires

• 3-7 years of recruiting experience, ideally in startup or high-growth tech environments
• Proven track record hiring for engineering roles (backend, frontend, AI/ML) at a large scale
• Strong sourcing skills with demonstrated success using LinkedIn Recruiter and other sourcing tools
• Excellent communication abilities—you can excite engineers about technical challenges and sales candidates about market opportunities
• Exceptional organization and follow-through—you never drop balls and maintain detailed, actionable pipelines
• Comfort in fast-paced environments—you thrive on urgency and can balance multiple priorities simultaneously
• Experience with ATS systems (Rippling experience preferred)
• Data-driven approach to recruiting with ability to track, analyze, and act on metrics

• Prior in-house recruiting experience at a Series A-C startup that scaled rapidly
• Experience recruiting for AI/ML, developer tools, or enterprise SaaS companies
• Background in both technical and GTM recruiting, with deep networks in both domains
• Track record of building recruiting processes and systems from scratch
• Experience with employer branding initiatives or recruiting marketing
• Success closing candidates who had competing offers from top tech companies
• Familiarity with AI/GenAI talent market and unique challenges in recruiting for this space
• Previous experience recruiting in the Boston/Cambridge tech ecosystem

• Competitive salary
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance for you and your family
• 401(k) with company match
• Flexible PTO with minimum time off requirements
• Professional development budget for recruiting conferences, certifications, and training
• Top-tier equipment and workspace setup
• Career growth opportunity—clear path to lead our talent function as we scale
• Impact—your work directly shapes the team building the future of software development

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-face
• Urgency and speed—we need to close critical roles quickly without sacrificing quality
• Adaptability—recruiting priorities will shift as we grow and enter new markets
• Ownership mentality—you'll own outcomes, not just activities
• Resilience—recruiting involves rejection; you bounce back quickly and learn from every interaction
• Commitment 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.