Standard Template Labs is hiring: Technical Recruiter in New York

About the Role

We’re looking for a Technical Recruiter who’s excited to help build an AI-first startup from the ground up. You’ll be our go-to person for identifying and hiring exceptional talent across engineering, AI/ML, and product — helping us shape the culture, team, and foundation of everything we’re building.

You should be comfortable recruiting in fast-moving, ambiguous environments and genuinely enjoy engaging with technical talent. This role is ideal for someone who thrives on building things, not just filling roles.

What You’ll Do

• Own the full recruiting lifecycle - from partnering with founders on headcount planning to closing top-tier technical hires.
• Build and manage pipelines across AI/ML, software engineering, data, and product roles - and more as new needs arise.
• Craft thoughtful outreach and candidate experiences that reflect our values and mission.
• Build creative sourcing strategies through community engagement, referrals, and targeted research.
• Track and optimize recruiting performance with lightweight, data-driven tools.
• Partner with leadership on org design, compensation, and talent market insights.
• Help shape the employer brand and be a key ambassador for our team in the AI and startup ecosystem.

What We’re Looking For

• 7+ years of technical recruiting experience, ideally at early-stage startups or in high-growth environments.
• Deep curiosity and knowledge of modern tech stacks and AI technologies.
• Comfortable operating with limited structure - you can create processes where needed but stay flexible.
• Excellent communicator and relationship-builder; you know how to connect with engineers and founders alike.
• Hands-on experience with modern recruiting tools (Ashby, Linkedin, AI Sourcing Tools, etc.)

Nice to Have

• Experience building recruiting processes or teams from scratch.
• Exposure to AI research, developer tools, or open-source talent communities.
• A strong personal network within the AI / engineering space.

Why Join Us

• Be part of the early team at a fast-growing startup - your impact will be visible from day one.
• Work directly with the founders and senior technical leaders.
• Competitive salary, meaningful equity, and startup-level ownership.
• Work in-person, 5 days a week in our NYC office in the Flat Iron district.
• A culture that values autonomy, authenticity, and momentum.