Senior / Principal Software Engineering Recruiter

Role overview

This opportunity is for an experienced 360 recruiter focused on software engineering talent. The position is fully remote within the United States and is designed for someone who thrives with independence, trusted leadership, and strong earning potential. The business values outcomes over activity metrics, giving seasoned recruiters room to run their own market while being supported by a credible team and an established brand in the technology recruitment space.

If you already have a successful desk and want stronger backing, a healthier environment, and the chance to increase your earnings, this role may be a strong fit.

About the business

The employer is a niche technology recruitment firm with a solid footprint across the US, working with venture-backed startups, scale-ups, and other innovative organisations. The company has grown steadily and intentionally, while keeping a tight-knit team of high performers. Leadership stays closely involved, continues to bill, and focuses on helping consultants achieve strong results without adding unnecessary process or bureaucracy.

Although the team works remotely, the business places real emphasis on connection through frequent meetups, conferences, and client events in the US and overseas.

What the role involves

You will own a specialist software engineering market and manage the full recruitment cycle, from opening new client relationships through to completing successful placements. The role combines business development, market development, candidate delivery, and long-term account growth.

Key outcomes

• Bring in new clients and turn them into lasting commercial partnerships.
• Build strong knowledge of fast-moving technology markets.
• Deliver high-quality recruitment results for both clients and candidates.
• Work independently while staying aligned with a collaborative team.
• Develop a profitable desk with guidance from leaders who understand recruitment deeply.

Candidate profile

The company is looking for recruiters who already have strong 360 recruitment experience and a solid history of generating new business. The ideal person should have a proven annual billing record of at least $300,000, with higher performers especially encouraged to apply.

Experience recruiting software engineers or other technical professionals into startup, scale-up, SaaS, AI, infrastructure, or venture-backed environments is important. Cybersecurity recruitment experience would be helpful, though it is not required.

This role suits someone who is mature, self-directed, and comfortable succeeding in a remote setting. A team-oriented approach and interest in continuing to grow professionally are also important.

Compensation and working environment

The package includes a base salary of $90,000 to $110,000, along with uncapped commission and strong upside for exceptional total earnings. The role is fully remote anywhere in the United States.

Additional benefits include access to an established client base, a respected market name, regular meetups and events, investment in client hospitality and business development, and a culture centred on trust, performance, and long-term success rather than strict KPI management.

Why this role stands out

This is a chance to join a business that gives experienced recruiters real autonomy, meaningful support, and access to strong clients without unnecessary micromanagement. It is a good match for someone who wants their commercial ability to be recognised and rewarded while building a long-term desk in a credible environment.