Technical Recruiter
Xdof
San Mateo, CA · $150k–$220k a year · Posted February 10, 2026
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November 2026
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- #1Best cities for finance pay after cost of living$162k · of 35
- #1Best cities for HR pay after cost of living$158k · of 15
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- Best cities for HR jobs #1 New York (994 openings)
- Best cities for HR pay after cost of living #1 San Mateo ($158k)
- Most requested AI skills in HR jobs #1 AI tools in daily work (5.7%)
- Employers with the most HR jobs #1 Amazon (291 roles)
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Pay compared with the market
This listing pays about $185,000 a year. Across 91 open technical recruiter listings that state pay, the middle half runs $97,500 to $171,500 and the median is $135,000. That is 37% above the median, above the middle half of those listings.
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About the job
ABOUT XDOF
At XDOF, we're building the operational backbone behind the next generation of robotics and AI: scalable data collection systems, exabyte-scale data warehousing, and advanced software toolchains. We're enabling pioneering labs and innovators to push the field forward through world-class training data infrastructure.
ABOUT THE ROLE
We’re seeking a proactive and resourceful Technical Recruiter to help us grow our team with extraordinary talent. In this role, you will partner closely with hiring managers and leadership to attract, source, and engage highly qualified candidates for key technical and operational positions. You will be responsible for driving the full recruitment lifecycle—building pipelines, managing processes, and delivering a best-in-class candidate experience—in a fast-paced, high-growth environment.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Manage full-cycle recruiting: source, screen, interview, and help close candidates for roles across engineering, operations, and business functions
- Collaborate with hiring managers to understand role requirements, build job descriptions, and create structured interview processes
- Source and engage passive talent through creative research, networking, and direct outreach
- Maintain a robust pipeline of candidates using ATS and other recruiting tools
- Ensure a positive and seamless candidate experience from first contact through onboarding
- Track, analyze, and report on key recruiting metrics to drive process improvements
- Represent XDOF, sharing our story, values, and mission with prospective candidates
REQUIREMENTS
- 2+ years’ experience in technical recruiting, preferably at a high-growth startup or technology company
- Proven track record of sourcing and placing technical talent (e.g., software engineers, robotics specialists, data professionals)
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with a focus on building relationships
- Ability to operate independently and adapt to ambiguity in a fast-changing environment
- Familiarity with applicant tracking systems and sourcing platforms
- Passion for emerging technology, robotics, and AI is a plus
BENEFITS
- Competitive compensation
- Comprehensive health and wellness benefits
- Flexible work arrangements
- Opportunity to shape the future of robotics and AI alongside an ambitious, values-driven team
Join us at XDOF and help build the teams that are building the future.