1099 Senior Technical Recruiter/Sourcer

Full-Cycle Technical Recruiter Startup & Technology Roles 1099 Independent Contractor | Commission-Only Remote | U.S. Based Recruiters only Uncapped Earnings | High-Percentage Placement Commissions About Talent Stack Talent Stack LLC is a performance-driven recruiting firm supporting high-growth technology startups and established organizations nationwide. We recruit across software engineering, artificial intelligence, infrastructure, product, sales, operations, and other specialized functions. We are seeking experienced recruiters who can independently source, qualify, engage, and close high-caliber candidates for fast-moving technical searches. Why Partner With Talent Stack? Immediate access to active startup and technical searchesEstablished client relationships with no business development requiredFreedom to select roles aligned with your expertise and candidate networkOpportunity to focus exclusively on recruiting, sourcing, and placementsFlexible, remote independent-contractor structureHigh-percentage placement commissionsUncapped earning potentialOngoing access to new searches based on performance and availability Current Hiring Focus Active Searches May Include Full-Stack EngineersBackend EngineersFrontend EngineersAI and Machine Learning EngineersDevOps, Cloud, and Infrastructure EngineersProduct EngineersEngineering Managers and Technical LeadersProduct, Design, Operations, Sales, and Go-to-Market professionalsOther specialized positions within high-growth technology companies What Youll Do Own full-cycle recruiting from sourcing through accepted offerPrioritize active searches that align with your recruiting experienceSource passive candidates using LinkedIn, Boolean search, X-ray search, GitHub, professional communities, referrals, and other channelsConduct structured candidate screens covering experience, technical alignment, compensation, location, work authorization, and career motivationPresent qualified candidates with accurate, compelling submission profilesObtain candidate consent and verify potential duplicate submissionsManage candidates throughout interviews, feedback, offer negotiations, and closingMaintain consistent follow-up and deliver a professional candidate experienceFollow all client, confidentiality, and submission requirementsTrack recruiting activity and maintain accurate candidate recordsWork independently while collaborating with Talent Stack on search strategy and candidate calibration What You Bring 5 or more years of full-cycle recruiting or technical sourcing experienceProven success recruiting for technology startups, software companies, or highly technical organizationsExperience recruiting software engineers and other difficult-to-find technical professionalsStrong understanding of technical positions, engineering environments, and startup hiring needsAdvanced sourcing skills using LinkedIn, Boolean search, X-ray search, GitHub, market mapping, referrals, and AI-assisted toolsAbility to assess candidates beyond keywords and submit only qualified, interested talentStrong candidate-management, follow-up, negotiation, and closing abilitiesExcellent written and verbal communication skillsAbility to manage multiple active searches without sacrificing qualityEntrepreneurial mindset with the discipline to work independentlyYour own computer, phone, reliable internet connection, and sourcing toolsCapacity to dedicate a minimum of approximately 20 hours per weekAvailability for necessary communication during U.S. business hours Preferred Qualifications Existing network of software engineering, AI, product, or startup professionalsSuccessful placements with seed-stage through growth-stage technology companiesExperience supporting venture-backed startups with demanding hiring standardsBachelors degree in human resources, business, or a related field Compensation 1099 independent-contractor engagementCommission-only compensationHigh-percentage commissions based on successful placementsSelect searches carry total placement fees of $25,000 or moreNo salary, hourly wage, employee benefits, or guaranteed incomeUncapped earning potential based on recruiter production Who Will Succeed in This Role? This opportunity is designed for an experienced recruiter who already knows how to build a pipeline, engage passive candidates, evaluate technical alignment, and close competitive talent. This is not an entry-level recruiting position or a salaried remote job. It is an independent recruiting partnership for proven recruiters who want access to active searches without having to generate their own clients.