About Pocket Worlds:
At Pocket Worlds, we are building bleeding-edge technology that enables creators to develop the next generation of social experiences. Our flagship platform, Highrise, is where millions of people express themselves, engage in shared experiences, and create deep friendships. Over 40 million people have already joined the world of Highrise, and it's growing faster every day. Through Highrise, we are connecting the world through shared community created experiences and realizing the positive potential of the internet.
About the Role:
We’re looking for a Senior Recruiter who’s passionate about connecting amazing people with the right opportunities. If you love finding talent, creating great candidate experiences, and shaping the future of a growing company, this role is for you. You’ll be at the heart of our hiring process, working closely with hiring managers to bring in the best talent and ensure Pocket Worlds continues to thrive.
What You’ll Do:
- Own the full-cycle recruiting process—from sourcing and screening to making offers and welcoming new hires.
- Collaborate closely with hiring managers across all teams to understand hiring needs and craft tailored recruiting strategies.
- Actively source top talent using LinkedIn, job boards, networking events, referrals, and beyond.
- Conduct thoughtful, engaging interviews to assess candidates’ skills, experience, and cultural fit.
- Build strong, lasting relationships with potential hires, ensuring we have a solid talent pipeline for the future.
- Help us showcase our company’s culture and values through an engaging employer branding strategy.
- Provide candidates with an outstanding experience, keeping them informed and excited throughout the hiring process.
- Stay ahead of recruiting trends and best practices to continually improve our approach.
- Leverage data and insights to refine hiring strategies and improve our processes.
What We’re Looking For:
- 5+ years of full-cycle recruiting experience, ideally in a fast-paced startup or tech environment.
- A strong track record of hiring across technical, creative, and operational roles.
- Proven ability to source and engage talent using various platforms and strategies.
- Excellent communication and relationship-building skills—you know how to make candidates and hiring managers feel heard and supported.
- The ability to juggle multiple priorities while keeping the hiring process smooth and efficient.
- A commitment to fostering a diverse, inclusive workplace where everyone feels welcome.
- Experience using Ashby and other similar recruiting tools.
- A proactive mindset—you’re always looking for ways to improve and innovate.
Why work with us:
- Impact: Your work will directly affect millions of users around the world.
- Growth: Your growth isn’t capped by a career ladder. Show us you can deliver the impact, and we’ll respond with recognition and reward.
- Elite team: You’ll be a member of a small and elite team with a lot of freedom to go after opportunities you identify.
- Culture: High trust, high intensity, low process and bureaucracy. We pride ourselves in being a Silicon Valley startup with a laser focus on the mission, and we’ll happily remove all roadblocks in your path to success.
- Office and team: Directly work with the cofounders in our office located in East Austin.
Pocket Worlds Core Values:
- Be an Owner (Not a Renter)
- Experts leading experts
- Always be shipping
- Focus on Impact
- Take every unfair advantage
- Love what you do
Benefits (Full Time Employees):
- Competitive Compensation
- Meaningful equity - we’re here to do amazing work, and we share in our wins together.
- Equipment allowance - choose what you need to work at your best.
- Healthcare, 401k (US only)
- Unlimited PTO.
- Education/Training stipend - we've set aside a budget for every employee to continue to learn and grow their skills.
Pocket Worlds is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, reproductive health decisions, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, genetic information, political views or activity, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.
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