Captions is the AI-powered creator studio. Millions of creators around the world have used Captions to make their video content stand out from the pack and we're on a mission to empower the next billion.

Based in NYC, we are a small team of ambitious, experienced, and devoted engineers, designers, and marketers. You'll be joining an early team where you'll have an outsized impact on both the product and company's culture.

We’re very fortunate to have some the best investors and entrepreneurs backing us, including Sequoia Capital, Andreessen Horowitz, Uncommon Projects, Kevin Systrom, Mike Krieger, Chad Hurley, Antoine Martin, Julie Zhuo, Ben Rubin, Jaren Glover, SVAngel, 20VC, Ludlow Ventures, Jeff Morris Jr., Lenny Rachitsky, and more.

** Please note that all of our roles will require you to be in-person at our NYC HQ (located in Soho) **

responsibilities:

• Collaborate with the founders and hiring managers to understand their hiring needs and develop a deep understanding of the technical requirements for the open positions

• Source, identify, and engage with high-quality engineering candidates through various channels, including job boards, social media, referrals, and networking events

• Screen resumes and conduct initial phone screens to evaluate candidates' technical skills and fit for the role

• Coordinate and schedule on-site interviews, including technical assessments and coding challenges, with hiring managers and cross-functional teams

• Manage the candidate experience from initial outreach through offer acceptance, including timely communication and feedback, and ensuring a positive candidate experience throughout the process

• Utilize applicant tracking systems (ATS) and other recruiting tools to manage candidate pipelines and provide timely updates to hiring managers and leadership teams

• Keep up-to-date with industry trends and best practices in technical recruiting to continuously improve recruiting strategies and processes

• Collaborate with the founders to drive diversity and inclusion initiatives and ensure a fair and equitable hiring process for all candidates

• Participate in team meetings and provide regular updates on recruiting metrics and progress towards hiring goals.

requirements:

• At least 3 years of experience in technical recruiting, preferably in a fast-paced environment

• Demonstrated ability to identify and engage with top engineering talent using various sourcing techniques, including social media, referrals, and networking events

• Strong understanding of technical roles, technologies, and tools, with the ability to screen and evaluate candidates' technical skills and fit for the role

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build relationships with candidates, hiring managers, and cross-functional teams

• Experience using applicant tracking systems (ATS) and other recruiting tools to manage candidate pipelines and provide timely updates to stakeholders

• Ability to work independently, prioritize tasks, and manage multiple searches simultaneously in a fast-paced environment

• Interest in expanding knowledge and skills in other areas of HR, such as employee relations, performance management, or diversity and inclusion initiatives

• Experience working in a startup or high-growth environment is a plus

• Passion for technology and a desire to stay up-to-date with the latest industry trends and best practices in technical recruiting and HR.

benefits:

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans

• Anything you need to do your best work

• We’ve done team off-sites to places like Paris, Park City, Los Angeles, and Nashville with more planned in the future.

Captions provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

Compensation Range: $120K - $160K