Most AI today is frozen in time—static models that cannot adapt to an evolving world. We think that’s backwards. Adaption’s mandate is to build efficient, real-time intelligence that continually adapts. We believe efficiency expands access, turning frontier capabilities into tools that benefit everyone.
Our Recruiting team plays a critical role in this effort. We are an embedded part of the organization, working side by side with our founders and staff to deeply understand evolving priorities, build trust, and strategically shape the future of Adaption's talent.
The RoleWe are looking for a Senior Recruiter to join our team. You will own and execute long-term talent strategies to identify, engage, and recruit many of the world’s leading and emerging AI researchers, research engineers, GTM strategy. You'll build the Adaption talent brand from the ground up, develop creative recruitment strategies, and partner directly with founders Sara Hooker and Sudip Roy.
ResponsibilitiesOwn full-cycle recruiting — sourcing, screening, coordinating, and closing
Partner with hiring managers to build sharp hiring strategies and keep processes moving with clarity and speed
Proactively identify and cultivate exceptional AI/ML research talent across industry, academia, and emerging labs, often before formal hiring needs exist.
Deliver a thoughtful candidate experience from first outreach through offer
Build and iterate on Adaption's talent brand and overall attraction strategy
3+ years in a recruiter role, ideally at an early-stage tech startup
You love the 0-1 and defining the recruiting org and cultural compass
You are strategic, care about innovating in how we reach top talent.
Proven track record recruiting across both technical and non-technical functions — experience with highly technical AI roles (model efficiency, distributed systems, post-training) is a strong foundation
Comfortable working with tools like LinkedIn Recruiter, Juicebox, and Ashby
A creative, determined mindset — you don't quit when a search gets hard
Most AI is frozen in place - it doesn't adapt to the world. We think that's backwards. Our mandate is to build efficient intelligence that evolves in real-time. Our vision is AI systems that are flexible, personalized, and accessible to everyone. We believe efficiency is what makes this possible - it's how we expand access and ensure innovation benefits the many, not the few. We believe in talent density: bringing together the best and most driven individuals to push the boundaries of continual adaptation. We're looking for builders and creative thinkers ready to shape the next era of intelligence.
Skills Required
- 3+ years in a recruiter role, ideally at an early-stage tech startup
- Proven track record recruiting across technical and non-technical functions; experience recruiting highly technical AI roles (model efficiency, distributed systems, post-training)
- Comfortable using LinkedIn Recruiter, Juicebox, and Ashby
- Full-cycle recruiting experience (sourcing, screening, coordinating, and closing)
- Creative, determined mindset with persistence on difficult searches
- Curiosity about broader talent function (employee experience, onboarding, coordination, culture)
What We Do
Adaption builds AI systems that adapt as real-world conditions change, evolving through real-world interaction. Their vision is to create flexible, personalized, and accessible AI systems that are efficient and continually adapt.
