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Recruiter

Waymo
Location
Mountain View, California, USA
Posted
11 days ago
Department
Recruiting (6A0)
What they actually want (must-haves)
  • 5+ years of experience doing full lifecycle technical recruiting, with a strong focus on hardware engineering profiles
  • Familiarity with hardware development lifecycles and hiring profiles
  • Aptitude for hardware technical terminology and engineering concepts
  • Proven success closing candidates and negotiating complex compensation packages
  • Experience working directly with senior engineering leadership
  • Experience working in a startup or fast-paced hiring environment
Nice to have
  • An established, active network of top-tier hardware engineering professionals
  • Experience recruiting for other technical areas outside of hardware, such as Machine Learning (MLE) or Software Engineering
What the job really is

As a Recruiter at Waymo, you will manage the full-cycle recruitment process for complex hardware and technical engineering roles. This includes collaborating with hiring managers, sourcing candidates, overseeing the candidate experience, and leading offer negotiations. You will also be responsible for executing hiring processes across various open roles within the organization.

Benefits
  • Eligible to participate in Waymo’s discretionary annual bonus program
  • Equity incentive plan
  • Generous Company benefits program
Things to weigh
  • Salary range provided, but actual pay depends on various factors including location and experience
  • Role involves complex negotiation and recruitment processes which may be challenging in a fast-paced environment
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Career value4/5
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