Senior Technical Recruiter, Microsoft AI

Job ID: 200058002Posted: 2026-09-30Location: United States, Washington, RedmondSalary: USD $106,400 - $203,600 per yearEmployment type: Full-TimeWork site: 3 days / week in-officeRole type: Individual ContributorTravel: Less than 25%Profession: Human ResourcesDiscipline: Talent AcquisitionCompany: MicrosoftOverviewMicrosoft AI is hiring a Senior Technical Recruiter to help build the teams developing the next generation of AI systems, infrastructure, and products. Our mission is to build AI that amplifies human potential and empowers people around the world. Achieving that mission requires bringing together exceptional engineers, researchers, and technical leaders capable of pushing the boundaries of what's possible. As a Technical Recruiter, you'll operate at the center of that effort. You'll partner directly with engineering leaders, researchers, and executives to identify, attract, and close extraordinary technical talent across AI research, infrastructure, systems, security, and product engineering. This is a role for someone who moves quickly, thrives in ambiguity, and enjoys building while the ground is still shifting beneath them. Priorities evolve, new opportunities emerge, and the pace is intense. We are looking for recruiters who can adapt, problem solve and consistently deliver exceptional results while helping shape how recruiting operates inside a frontier AI organization. If you are energized by finding world-class talent, navigating complex challenges, and helping build the future of AI, we'd love to meet you. Microsoft’s mission is to empower every person and every organization on the planet to achieve more. As employees we come together with a growth mindset, innovate to empower others, and collaborate to realize our shared goals. Each day we build on our values of respect, integrity, and accountability to create a culture of inclusion where everyone can thrive at work and beyond. ResponsibilitiesPartner directly with leaders, researchers, and executives to drive hiring across MAI. Develop and execute creative sourcing and recruiting strategies for highly competitive technical talent markets. Build deep understanding of AI, machine learning, infrastructure, security, and software engineering talent ecosystems. Identify, engage, and close exceptional candidates from industry, startups, academia, and open-source communities. Serve as a trusted advisor to hiring managers throughout the hiring process, from search design through offer negotiation. Use market insights, talent mapping, and competitive intelligence to influence hiring decisions and workforce planning. Find a path forward through ambiguity and roadblocks to deliver results quickly and efficiently. Deliver outstanding candidate experiences while maintaining an exceptionally high talent bar. Enjoy working in a fast-paced, design-driven environment where priorities evolve quickly. Other Embody our culture and valuesQualificationsRequired/minimum qualificationsBachelor's Degree AND 6+ years talent acquisition experience (e.g., recruiting, sourcing), HR experience, or industry experience related to role OR equivalent experience. Additional or preferred qualificationsBachelor's Degree AND 12+ years talent acquisition experience (e.g., recruiting, sourcing), HR experience, or industry experience related to role OR Master's Degree AND 8+ years talent acquisition experience (e.g., recruiting, sourcing), HR experience, or industry experience related to role OR equivalent experience.5+ years' experience recruiting software engineers, infrastructure engineers, machine learning engineers, researchers, or other highly technical talent. Experience recruiting for world class AI organizations.Experience working in high-growth or startup environments. Demonstrated ability to drive complex searches from strategy through close. Advanced executive presence and ability to influence senior stakeholders. Passion for technology, AI, and building great teams. Talent Acquisition IC5 - The typical base pay range for this role across the U.S. is USD $106,400 - $203,600 per year. There is a different range applicable to specific work locations, within the San Francisco Bay area and New York City metropolitan area, and the base pay range for this role in those locations is USD $137,600 - $222,600 per year. Certain roles may be eligible for benefits and other compensation. Find additional benefits and pay information here:This position will be open for a minimum of 5 days, with applications accepted on an ongoing basis until the position is filled.Microsoft is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, citizenship, color, family or medical care leave, gender identity or expression, genetic information, immigration status, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation, protected veteran or military status, race, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable local laws, regulations and ordinances. If you need assistance with religious accommodations and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application process, read more about requesting accommodations.