Join a high-performing team at Sonatus that’s redefining what cars can do in the era of Software-Defined Vehicles (SDV).
At Sonatus, we’re driving the transformation to AI-enabled software-defined vehicles. Traditional automotive software methods can’t keep pace with consumer expectations shaped by the mobile industry—where features evolve rapidly, update seamlessly, and improve continuously. That’s why leading OEMs trust Sonatus to accelerate this shift. Our technology is already in production across more than 5 million vehicles on the road today and rapidly expanding.
Headquartered in Sunnyvale, CA, with 250+ employees worldwide, Sonatus combines the agility of a fast-growing company with the scale and impact of an established partner. Backed by strong funding and proven by global deployment, we’re solving some of the most interesting and complex challenges in the industry. Join us and help redefine what’s possible as we shape the future of mobility.
Sonatus is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Senior Recruiter (Contract) to lead our hiring efforts across EMEA, with a focus on Ireland, France, Germany, and Poland. This is a 6-month contract role in our Dublin, Ireland office, reporting to our Talent Acquisition Director in Sunnyvale, California. You will be employed and payrolled through Morgan McKinley.
In this role, you will own all recruitment across EMEA, spanning both technical and non-technical positions, with a particular emphasis on technical hiring (software engineering, embedded systems, cloud, and related roles). You will manage the full recruitment lifecycle, build strong partnerships with hiring managers, and ensure a world-class candidate experience.
Responsibilities
- Full-Cycle Recruitment: Own the end-to-end recruitment process for EMEA roles, with a focus on technical positions.
- Sourcing & Engagement: Proactively identify and engage top talent using a variety of sourcing methods (LinkedIn Recruiter, networks, events, job boards, etc.).
- Talent Pipeline Development: Build and maintain a pipeline of qualified candidates across key disciplines and geographies.
- Candidate Assessment: Screen and interview candidates to evaluate skills, experience, and cultural fit.
- Hiring Manager Collaboration: Partner closely with hiring managers globally for EMEA-based roles to understand hiring needs, advise on recruitment strategies, and provide updates on progress.
- Offer Management: Drive the offer process, including salary negotiations and ensuring a smooth handoff to onboarding.
- Market Insights: Stay current on EMEA market trends, competitive activity, and regulatory requirements to inform hiring strategies.
- Employer Branding: Support initiatives that strengthen Sonatus’s reputation as an employer of choice in Europe.
- ATS Management: Maintain accurate candidate records and reporting in Greenhouse (our ATS).
- Compliance: Ensure all hiring practices comply with local labor laws and regulations across EMEA.
Qualifications
- 5+ years of recruitment experience, with significant focus on technical hiring.
- Proven experience hiring in EMEA (Ireland, France, Germany, and/or Poland).
- Strong track record of successfully recruiting software engineers, embedded systems engineers, cloud engineers, and other technical talent.
- Comfortable also managing non-technical hiring needs.
- Proficiency with LinkedIn Recruiter and other sourcing tools.
- Strong communication, relationship-building, and negotiation skills.
- Ability to work independently while staying connected with the global Talent Acquisition team.
- Experience with Greenhouse ATS is a plus.
- Previous work in a fast-paced, scaling environment (startup or high-growth company) preferred.
- Fluent in English; additional European languages (e.g., German, French, Polish) are a plus.
- Ability to work from our Dublin office 3 days a week.
Top Skills
What We Do
Sonatus is a global vehicle software company enabling AI-powered, software-defined vehicles through its platform, which is deployed in over 5 million cars, helping automakers continuously improve cost, performance, reliability, and user experience.
Why Work With Us
Working at Sonatus means collaborating with top-tier engineers and industry leaders to shape the future of connected, intelligent mobility. With a dynamic and fast-paced environment, Sonatus offers opportunities for growth, creativity, and making a real impact in the evolution of modern vehicles.
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Hybrid Workspace
Employees engage in a combination of remote and on-site work.
Sonatus has a hybrid model for those near our offices, requiring three days in-office per week. Some roles may be fully remote or require five days in-office.
