Talent Acquisition Specialist (USA)

turbalance GmbH • San Francisco, CA

1d • Remote

About The Position

To support our growing team, we are looking for a Talent Acquisition Specialist to help us build the team that is bringing AI infrastructure optimization to the next level. In this role, you’ll work across both technical and business hiring, diving into complex engineering roles while also supporting the growth of our operational and go-to-market teams for our US entity.
We're searching for someone who knows how to source niche positions and genuinely cares about making the hiring process better for everyone involved.

Requirements

• 5+ years of experience recruiting for technical roles, ideally in-house at a startup or high-growth company
• Strong proficiency with ATS platforms and a data-driven approach to recruiting, using metrics to inform strategy and improve outcomes
• Deep understanding of technical roles and concepts (e.g. SDLC, infrastructure fundamentals), with the ability to engage credibly with engineering teams
• Proven track record of sourcing top talent using tools like LinkedIn Recruiter and creative, multi-channel sourcing strategies
• Strong focus on candidate experience, with an emphasis on clear communication, timely feedback, and long-term relationship building
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English
• Comfortable operating in a fast-paced, evolving startup environment, with ever-developing priorities and role definitions

Nice To Haves

• Experience operating in globally distributed, remote-first environments
• Experience selecting, managing, and optimizing agency partnerships

Responsibilities

• Own full-cycle recruiting: Partner with leadership and hiring teams across engineering, operations, and go-to-market to define requirements, source candidates, and close hires.
• Active sourcing: Go beyond LinkedIn by engaging with talent across GitHub, technical communities, and relevant professional networks
• Role definition & alignment: Work closely with hiring managers to clearly define role expectations and required skill sets across both technical and business roles
• Hiring strategy: Stay aligned with headcount planning and product roadmap to anticipate future hiring needs
• Candidate experience: Deliver a high-quality, transparent, and engaging recruitment process
• Data-driven recruiting: Use hiring insights to continuously improve hiring outcomes and help us select the best tools to do so.
• Market research: Stay up-to-date on industry trends, salary benchmarks, and emerging technologies across tech and business functions

Benefits

• Build something big: Help build and scale a fast-growing AI infrastructure startup
• Pay & perks: Competitive compensation with a performance-based incentive, subsidized Deutschlandticket, and access to a discount portal
• Work your way: Flexible hours with hybrid and remote-friendly options
• Fast lanes, no red tape: Flat hierarchies and rapid decision-making mean ideas ship quickly
• Global team: Work with a diverse, international team across Germany and the USA
• Modern headquarters: Well-stocked office near the Heidelberg Hauptbahnhof, available on a hybrid basis or as a place to connect during our quarterly team workshops
• Top setup: Your choice of high-quality hardware and equipment
• Relocation support: We’ll help make your move to join us as smooth as possible

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed