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Technical Recruiter

Eight Sleep

Eight Sleep

IT, People & HR
San Francisco, CA, USA
Posted on Jan 22, 2025

About Eight Sleep

Eight Sleep is the world’s first sleep fitness company. Our mission is to fuel human potential through optimal sleep. We use innovative technology, detailed design, and proven science and data to personalize and improve each night for everybody—changing the way people sleep forever and for the better.

With our flagship product, the Pod, we are addressing critical sleep issues such as temperature regulation, bed elevation, snoring reduction, and the wake-up experience. Hundreds of thousands of customers around the world sleep better every night thanks to the Pod.

But we’re just getting started. We’re committed to developing more groundbreaking products to tackle additional sleep problems, changing the role sleep plays in our lives forever. We’re excited about the journey ahead and the impact we can make as we continue to innovate and expand our offerings to fulfill our mission.

We are backed by leading Silicon Valley investors like YC Combinator, Founders Fund, Valor, and Khosla Ventures, and we have been recognized as one of Fast Company’s Most Innovative Companies in 2018, 2022, and 2023.The Pod was also recognized two years in a row by TIME's “Best Inventions of the Year.” We currently sell the Pod in the United States, Canada, the United Kingdom, Europe, and Australia.

Before you apply

Eight Sleep is an intense environment: we’re demanding and ambitious, which means we ask a lot of ourselves and one another. This means fantastic learning, achievements, and career growth, but it also requires a significant commitment. Our dedication, drive, and intensity rivals those of Olympic athletes. At Eight Sleep, we have Kobe Bryant’s mamba mentality - we always aim to be at the best 1% of what we do. If you’re looking for a 9-5, this is not for you. Our employees report working up to 60 hours per week. If you want to be challenged and pushed harder than ever before, we invite you to apply.

The Role

At Eight Sleep, we believe our people and culture are our secret sauce. In order to continue growing our world-class team, we’re looking for a Technical Recruiter who will lead the charge in identifying, evaluating, and hiring high-quality technical candidates across engineering and technical disciplines. You will collaborate with hiring managers to understand hiring needs, develop tailored recruitment strategies, and create a seamless, positive candidate experience. Your work will directly impact the quality of talent we bring on board and help accelerate the development of our product.

This individual should think of hiring like a product, optimizing for a top-notch “customer” experience that sources, attracts, and develops the best talent across the globe while also optimizing internal processes by implementing the latest AI-powered tools and systems.

Candidates must be based out of NYC or SF and able to be in office 5 days/week.

How you’ll contribute

  • Partner with hiring managers to understand team needs and technical skill requirements

  • Develop and execute tailored sourcing strategies to attract high-quality engineering candidates (software engineers, data scientists, DevOps, etc.)

  • Manage full-cycle recruiting process, including job postings, sourcing, screening, interviews, offer negotiations, and onboarding

  • Utilize a variety of sourcing tools (LinkedIn, GitHub, Stack Overflow, niche job boards, etc.) to find top talent

  • Build and maintain a strong pipeline of qualified candidates for current and future hiring needs

  • Conduct in-depth technical screenings (phone screens and in-person/virtual interviews) to assess candidates’ technical skills and cultural fit

  • Provide an exceptional candidate experience, guiding them through the process and maintaining regular communication

  • Work closely with internal teams to ensure smooth onboarding processes for new hires

  • Manage recruitment metrics, analyze data, and continuously improve processes to enhance efficiency and candidate quality

  • Stay up-to-date with the latest trends and best practices in recruiting and the tech industry

What you need to succeed

  • 2+ years of experience in consulting, business operations, people operations, recruiting, or talent

  • Background in technical recruiting for startup environments or high-growth companies

  • Strong understanding of technical roles and the ability to assess technical skills (understanding of programming languages, engineering principles, etc.)

  • Familiarity with various sourcing techniques, including Boolean search, social media recruiting, and networking

  • Experience with candidate assessment tools and Applicant Tracking Systems

  • Experience managing the full recruitment cycle, from job requisition through offer negotiation and closing

  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build rapport with candidates and hiring managers

  • Passionate about tech and startup culture, with a drive to help build great teams

  • A self-starter with experience taking projects from 0-1 with little oversight and ability to articulate the why's and how's in a fast-paced, dynamic environment

  • Data mindset

  • Hard-working and high-intensity

  • Strong organizational skills and attention to detail

  • Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills

  • Ability to synthesize complex information and data to inform decision making

Please note that applications will not be reviewed if you do not meet this criteria

Why join Eight Sleep?

Innovation in a culture of excellence

Join us in a workplace where innovation isn’t just encouraged - it’s a standard. Our flagship product, the Pod, is a testament to our culture of excellence, beloved by hundreds of thousands of customers worldwide. At Eight Sleep, you will be part of a team that continuously pushes the boundaries of technology in sleep fitness.

Immediate responsibility and accelerated career growth

From your first day, you’ll take on substantial responsibilities that have a direct impact on our core business and product success. We are a small team that empowers you to own your projects and see the tangible effects of your efforts, enhancing both your professional growth and our company’s trajectory. Your path will be challenging but rewarding, perfect for those who thrive in fast-paced environments aiming for high standards.

Collaboration with exceptional talent

Work alongside other bright minds like you: at Eight Sleep exceptional intelligence and a passion for breakthroughs are the norms. Our team members are not only experts in their fields but also avid innovators who thrive in our dynamic, fast-paced environment.

Equitable compensation and continuous equity investment

We extend equity participation to every full-time team member, recognizing and rewarding your direct contributions to our success. This includes periodic equity refreshments based on performance, ensuring that as Eight Sleep grows and succeeds, so do you – perfectly aligning your achievements with the broader triumphs of the company.

Your own Pod - and other great benefits

Every Eight Sleep employee receives the very product that defines our mission: a Pod of their own. If you join us you’ll get your own Pod, along with*:

  • Full access to health, vision, and dental insurance for you and your dependents

  • Supplemental life insurance

  • Flexible PTO

  • Commuter benefits to ease your daily commute

  • Paid parental leave

*List of benefits may vary depending on your location

At Eight Sleep we continually celebrate the diverse community different individuals cultivate. As an equal opportunity employer, we stay true to our values by ensuring everyone feels they can flourish and grow. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status.