Location: Remote U.S.
Type: Contract (Full-time hours during U.S. business hours preferred)
Duration: 3–6 months, with potential to extend
We’re a fast-growing, AI-powered robotics startup on a mission to build intelligent systems that solve real-world problems. Our team is moving quickly, scaling thoughtfully, and building technology at the intersection of hardware, software, and machine learning. As we grow, we’re looking for a hands-on Recruiter (Contract) to help us attract and hire exceptional talent across the company.
The RoleAs a Contract Recruiter, you’ll own full-lifecycle recruiting across a mix of technical and non-technical roles. You’ll partner closely with hiring managers, help shape our hiring processes, and act as a true extension of the team. This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys autonomy, thrives in ambiguity, and knows how to hire in a startup environment.
What You’ll DoOwn full-cycle recruiting for roles across engineering, product, operations, G&A, and other functions as needed
Source and engage candidates through multiple channels (LinkedIn, outbound sourcing, referrals, etc.)
Manage candidate pipelines and ensure a thoughtful, high-touch candidate experience
Screen candidates, coordinate interviews, and guide stakeholders through hiring decisions
3+ years of recruiting experience, ideally in a startup or high-growth environment
Proven experience owning full-lifecycle recruiting end-to-end
Ability to recruit across both technical and non-technical roles
Strong sourcing skills and comfort doing hands-on outbound recruiting
Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills
Comfortable operating in fast-paced, evolving environments with limited structure
Experience with modern ATS tools and recruiting systems
Ability to work semi-independently and hold yourself accountable to meeting or exceeding sourcing, interviewing and hiring goals
Experience recruiting for robotics, AI, hardware, manufacturing or deep-tech companies
Startup experience strongly preferred
Ability to ramp quickly and manage multiple roles simultaneously
Experience with Ashby (ATS) and LinkedIn Recruiter
Opportunity to have real impact on a growing team and company
Collaborative, mission-driven environment
Competitive hourly rate
Potential for contract extension or future full-time opportunities
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Fair & Transparent Compensation — Pay is considered competitive for engineering roles, with total packages positioned strongly for robotics/AI startup markets. Feedback suggests compensation is structured to attract senior technical talent.
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Equity Value & Accessibility — Equity is widely offered through stock options, with some materials also citing an employee stock purchase plan. Feedback suggests ownership is a meaningful component of total rewards.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Generous or flexible time-off policies, including unlimited PTO and floating holidays, are highlighted. Flexible scheduling and remote-work programs help support time-off utilization.
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What We Do
Standard Bots is redefining the field of robotics with its AI-powered robots which are designed and assembled in the U.S. Unlike traditional robots, which require complex programming, Standard Bots' innovative technology allows users to program robots through simple demonstration, making automation accessible to everyone. This approach facilitates the collection of high-quality training data, empowering our AI models to provide real-time control of robots that adapt to changing conditions. With the goal of enabling businesses of all sizes to deploy robots quickly and easily, Standard Bots builds products for a wide range of industrial and commercial use cases. For more information, visit standardbots.com
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