Apptronik is a human-centered robotics company developing AI-powered robots to support humanity in every facet of life. Our flagship humanoid robot, Apollo, is built to collaborate thoughtfully with people, starting with critical industries such as manufacturing and logistics, with future applications in healthcare, the home, and beyond.
We operate at the cutting edge of embodied AI, applying our expertise across the full robotics stack to solve some of society's most important problems. You will join a team dedicated to bringing Apollo to market at scale, tackling the complex challenges like safety, commercialization, and mass production to change the world for the better.
JOB SUMMARY
We are seeking a highly motivated and results-driven on-site Contract Recruiter (6-month minimum) to support our diverse hiring needs across Corporate, Operations, and GTM (Go-to-Market) functions. This role will be heavily focused on sourcing, screening, and coordinating the hiring process for a wide range of roles including Sales, Marketing, Supply Chain, Finance, and People Ops, with the flexibility to support technical engineering pipelines as needed. The ideal candidate has a proven track record in full-cycle recruiting within a high-growth environment, a sharp eye for business acumen, and the ability to pivot between different functional areas with ease.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES or KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES
- Partner with leadership and hiring managers across GTM, Operations, and Corporate teams to deeply understand business requirements and develop targeted hiring strategies.
- Source qualified candidates for a variety of roles using various channels, including LinkedIn Recruiter, professional networks, and active outreach within functional communities (e.g., Sales, Logistics, Finance).
- Screen resumes and conduct initial interviews, vetting candidates for functional expertise, cultural alignment, and relevant industry experience.
- Flex into technical recruiting pipelines (Hardware, Software, or R&D) during peak periods to assist the engineering team with sourcing and initial vetting.
- Manage candidate pipelines actively, acting as the primary point of contact and ensuring a high-touch, professional experience for all applicants.
- Manage applicant tracking system (Greenhouse) data entry and compliance with a high degree of accuracy.
- Provide regular, data-driven updates to hiring managers and the People team on recruiting activity, pipeline health, and market conditions for competitive business talent.
- Assist with negotiating offers and coordinating pre-employment processes for all non-technical and business-side hires.
- Maintain knowledge of industry trends across the broader tech and hardware landscape, including GTM benchmarks and operational best practices.
SKILLS AND REQUIREMENTS
- Proven success in hiring for diverse business functions (Sales, Marketing, Operations, or Finance) in a fast-paced environment.
- Strong business acumen; ability to understand different department goals and how they contribute to the company’s overall hardware and product strategy.
- Demonstrated ability to build trusted partnerships with executive leadership and cross-functional hiring managers.
- Strong interest and hands-on capability in sourcing and building your own talent pipeline for niche or competitive business roles.
- Versatile and adaptable; comfortable shifting focus from a Marketing role one day to a Manufacturing or Technical role the next.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Proficiency with applicant tracking systems (e.g., Greenhouse, Lever, Ashby).
- Embodies the company values of Curiosity, Humility, Integrity, Passion, and Creativity (CHIPC).
EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE
- 5+ years of full-cycle recruiting experience, with at least 2+ years focused on GTM, Operations, or Corporate functions within a technology or hardware company.
- Experience managing recruitment processes in a high-growth or startup environment where "flexing" across departments is required.
- Proven track record of closing senior-level individual contributor and leadership roles across non-technical business units.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
- Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer
- Must be able to lift 15 pounds at times
- Vision to read printed materials and a computer screen
- Hearing and speech to communicate
*This is a direct hire. Please, no outside Agency solicitations.
Apptronik provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.