Senior Technical Sourcer

About the role

As a Senior Technical Sourcer, you will identify and engage world-class engineering talent across autonomous systems, robotics, AI/ML, hardware, and electrical. You will focus on uncovering highly specialized, often passive candidates and partnering closely with recruiters and engineering leaders to build strong, forward-looking talent pipelines in a fast-paced defense environment.

Responsibilities

• Proactively source hard-to-find talent across Computer Vision, Machine Learning, Robotics, Electrical, Embedded, Autonomy, and Systems Engineering
• Develop creative sourcing strategies using LinkedIn Recruiter, GitHub, Stack Overflow, referrals, events, and targeted research
• Build and maintain long-term pipelines for critical and future hiring needs
• Partner with recruiters and hiring managers to define search strategies and align on priorities
• Conduct initial screens to assess technical depth, domain expertise, and program eligibility (including defense requirements)
• Provide market insights and track sourcing metrics to continuously improve effectiveness
• Maintain accurate and organized records of sourcing activity within the ATS
• Track and analyze sourcing metrics including pipeline health, conversion rates, and time-to-engagement
• Ensure a high-quality candidate experience through thoughtful communication and timely follow-up

Qualifications

• 5+ years of technical sourcing or recruiting experience, including 3+ years supporting deeply technical engineering roles
• Proven success sourcing in Computer Vision, Machine Learning, Electrical, Embedded, Robotics, or related fields
• Strong proficiency with advanced sourcing tools and Boolean techniques
• Experience in defense, aerospace, robotics, manufacturing, or other regulated environments
• Excellent communication skills and ability to influence senior technical stakeholders
• Ability to manage multiple high-priority searches independently in a startup environment

Preferred Experience

• Supporting roles within defense, aerospace, robotics, manufacturing, or other highly regulated technical environments
• Background in high-growth or scaling organizations
• Working knowledge of autonomous systems and hardware/software integration landscapes

Physical Demands

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer
• Lifting and carrying items up to 20 pounds occasionally (e.g., office supplies, packages)

Benefits

• Medical Insurance: Comprehensive health insurance plans covering a range of services. Saronic pays 100% of the premium for employees and 80% for dependents
• Dental and Vision Insurance: Coverage for routine dental check-ups, orthodontics, and vision care. Saronic pays 100% of the premium under the basic plan for employees and 80% for dependents
• Time Off: Generous PTO and holidays
• Parental Leave: Paid maternity and paternity leave to support new parents
• Competitive Salary: Industry-standard salaries with opportunities for performance-based bonuses
• Retirement Plan: 401(k) plan with company match
• Stock Options: Equity options to give employees a stake in the company’s success
• Life and Disability Insurance: Basic life insurance and short- and long-term disability coverage
• Pet Insurance: Discounted pet insurance options including 24/7 Telehealth helpline
• Additional Perks: Free lunch benefit and unlimited free drinks and snacks in the office

If this role is based in the United States, it requires access to export-controlled information or items that require “U.S. Person” status. As defined by U.S. law, individuals who are any one of the following are considered to be a “U.S. Person”: (1) U.S. citizens, (2) legal permanent residents (a.k.a. green card holders), and (3) certain protected classes of asylees and refugees, as defined in 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3).