About Northslope
The generational companies of the next century will run on mission-specific AI software that compounds their competitive advantage, not commoditized SaaS. We purpose-build production AI applications that enable our customers to operate at the speed, scale, and margins of an enterprise software company, in any industry.
We're building something fundamentally different: software that's as adaptable as the businesses it serves, created by engineers who understand both code and customer
The Role
You'll focus on the top of our recruiting funnel, building pipelines of exceptional Forward Deployed Engineers — customer-facing software engineers who solve complex business problems across industries. These aren't your typical backend developers. Our FDEs combine strong technical skills with the ability to understand customer needs, architect solutions on the fly, and deploy AI applications that transform how businesses operate.
This year, our recruiting team will hire approximately ~100 Forward Deployed Engineers as we scale. As a sourcer, you'll be responsible for identifying and engaging talent before they even know they're looking, creating the pipeline that fuels our growth.
Your responsibilities will include:
Proactively sourcing and identifying high-potential engineering candidates who have the right combination of technical ability and customer-facing skills
Developing creative sourcing strategies that go beyond LinkedIn — finding engineers in non-traditional places, communities, and networks
Conducting initial outreach and screening conversations to assess candidate fit and interest
Building and nurturing talent pools for current and future hiring needs
Partnering closely with recruiters and hiring managers to understand role requirements and refine candidate profiles
Tracking and analyzing sourcing metrics to understand what channels and approaches are most effective
Testing new sourcing tools, platforms, and techniques to stay ahead of the competition
You'll work in hybrid model with the autonomy to structure your time in whatever way makes you most effective.
What We're Looking For
We need someone who can find engineers who don't fit traditional molds — because we're not looking for traditional engineers. The ideal candidate brings:
2+ years of technical sourcing or recruiting experience, with a strong preference for candidates who've worked in fast-growing startups
Proven ability to source for technical roles through creative and non-traditional channels
Strong understanding of technical roles and the ability to have credible conversations with engineers about their work
Experience building pipelines in competitive talent markets where the best candidates aren't actively looking
Excellent written and verbal communication skills — your outreach messages get responses, not ignored
Data-driven approach to sourcing with experience tracking metrics like response rates, conversion rates, and pipeline quality
Comfort with ambiguity and technology-agnostic sourcing —y ou're not fazed when candidates don't fit neat boxes
Natural curiosity and hustle — you're always exploring new ways to find talent and aren't afraid to try unconventional approaches
Nice to Have
Experience sourcing for customer-facing technical roles like consulting engineers, forward deployed engineers, solutions architects, or technical account managers
Background at a company that builds custom software or takes a consulting approach to product development
Familiarity with Ashby (our ATS), LinkedIn Recruiter, and other sourcing tools
Experience sourcing across different experience levels, from new grads to senior engineers
What We Offer
Competitive base salary + equity in the form of stock options
Comprehensive benefits package including health insurance
Flexible hybrid work environment
The opportunity to build sourcing strategies and processes from the ground up as we scale
Clear path to grow into a recruiting role or specialize further in sourcing depending on your interests
A small, tight-knit team where your pipeline directly impacts our ability to execute on our mission
Occasional travel (less than 10% of your time) for company offsites where you'll connect with teams across our New York and London hubs
Why This Role Matters
Great companies are built on great talent, and great talent pipelines start with exceptional sourcing. As a sourcer at Northslope, you'll be the first person many candidates hear from—you're not just finding resumes, you're introducing engineers to a mission that matters and a way of building software that's fundamentally different.
The engineers you source will build applications that didn't exist before, solve problems that haven't been solved, and work with customers in ways that break the traditional software model. If you're energized by the hunt, love connecting with people who don't fit traditional molds, and want to build sourcing strategies that actually work, we'd love to talk.
Northslope is committed to building a strong, diverse team. We believe teams with a diversity of lived experience, background, and perspectives create better outcomes for our customers and are just more enjoyable to be part of. We are committed to creating and living a culture of diversity, equity, and inclusion throughout our work. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, religion, disability, pregnancy, age, military status, marital status, genetic characteristics or information, gender, gender identity, gender variance, or sexual orientation.
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What We Do
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At Northslope, we believe that purpose-built AI products in the hands of business operators create far more value than slide decks or off-the-shelf software. That’s why we partner with ambitious organizations to transform entire industries through Palantir’s Foundry and AIP platforms—delivering powerful, measurable outcomes in weeks, not years.
We operate more like a product startup than a traditional services firm. Our teams are lean, fast-moving, and relentlessly focused on building and shipping solutions that actually work for end users. With a team made up of 90%+ Palantir alumni, we bring the same Forward Deployed Engineering DNA that helped build Foundry to every customer engagement.
We only take on valuable problems—those that directly improve our customers’ bottom line and enable greater impact on the world. Our mission isn’t to log billable hours, but to deliver solutions that move the needle, fast. By building side-by-side with operators at the heart of the problem, we ensure what we build actually gets used—and makes a difference.
Our approach is rooted in:
Outcomes, not activity – We create value, not just effort.
Forward Deployed Engineering – We go off-road to solve problems in the real world.
Rapid iteration – We move from idea to impact in days, not months.
AIP-native thinking – We know how to unlock the full potential of Palantir's AI stack.
Our customers—ranging from industrial leaders to critical infrastructure providers—aren’t looking for PowerPoint decks. They come to Northslope to solve existential problems, modernize operations, and scale impact—fast. We ship working MVPs within days of kickoff and deliver measurable results in just a few weeks.
At Northslope, we’re pioneering a new kind of services firm—Palantir-quality engineering, startup-level speed, and boutique firm flexibility. We’re not here to play it safe—we’re here to expand what’s possible.
Why Work With Us
At Northslope, we get to work on big, hard problems, in a fast-paced environment, alongside sharp teammates who push each other to grow and delight in one another's successes. We offer full benefits and all the perks you'd expect of a modern tech startup, and are a distributed global team with hubs in London, New York, DC, and Denver.
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Employees engage in a combination of remote and on-site work.
Northslope offers flexible work environments and full trust from day one. We prioritize focus, connection, and outcomes—whether in modern offices or remote setups—and empower teammates with autonomy, accountability, and decision-making ownership.
