Technical Recruiter

Job Description

Technical Recruiter, AI & Data Talent (Independent Contractor)

Amadeus Search · Remote (U.S.) · 1099 · Commission-only

About Amadeus Search

Amadeus Search is a boutique search firm focused exclusively on Data Engineering, Data Science, ML, and AI placements for early-stage, VC-backed startups. We partner directly with founders to build their technical teams, running both retained and contingent searches.

The Opportunity

We’re expanding our network of independent technical recruiters. As a contract recruiter with Amadeus Search, you’ll work live searches for AI and data roles at venture-backed startups: sourcing and engaging candidates, screening for technical fit, managing candidates through interview loops, and closing placements. You’ll work fully remotely and set your own schedule.

What You’ll Do

• Build sourcing strategies and Boolean searches for AI, ML, and data engineering roles
• Engage passive candidates through personalized outreach and video screens
• Assess technical fit in partnership with founders and hiring managers
• Manage candidates through the full process, from first call to signed offer
• Keep several active searches moving at once and own your pipeline

Who You Are

• Self-directed, entrepreneurial, and comfortable with a commission-only model
• Curious about AI and willing to learn the technical landscape
• A strong communicator who can build trust with candidates and founders
• A person who wants to gain a new skill and enter into the AI industry, entry level people are encouraged to apply, as well as late state career switchers.

Training Requirement

All new contract recruiters complete our Breaking Into Tech Recruiting program before starting on live searches. The program combines online and in-person group training and includes hands-on work on real roles. Tuition is $1,500. Graduates who complete the program are offered an independent contractor agreement with active searches assigned.

Compensation

This is a commission-only, 1099 engagement with no draw or base pay. You earn 40% of the placement fee on each placement you close, which averages about $10,000per placement. Our average placement cycle is about 60 days from search kickoff to accepted offer, and most of our recruiters close their first placement within two months. Commissions are paid within one day of the client paying Amadeus Search. Earnings depend entirely on the placements you close and are not guaranteed. As an independent contractor, you’re responsible for your own taxes.