1099 Senior Technical Recruiter/Sourcer

Full-Cycle Technical Recruiter Startup & Technology Roles
1099 Independent Contractor | Commission-Only
Remote | U.S. Based Recruiters only
Uncapped Earnings | High-Percentage Placement Commissions
About Talent Stack
Talent Stack LLC is a performance-driven recruiting firm supporting high-growth technology startups and established organizations nationwide. We recruit across software engineering, artificial intelligence, infrastructure, product, sales, operations, and other specialized functions.
We are seeking experienced recruiters who can independently source, qualify, engage, and close high-caliber candidates for fast-moving technical searches.
Why Partner With Talent Stack?
Immediate access to active startup and technical searches
Established client relationships with no business development required
Freedom to select roles aligned with your expertise and candidate network
Opportunity to focus exclusively on recruiting, sourcing, and placements
Flexible, remote independent-contractor structure
High-percentage placement commissions
Uncapped earning potential
Ongoing access to new searches based on performance and availability
Current Hiring Focus
Active Searches May Include
Full-Stack Engineers
Backend Engineers
Frontend Engineers
AI and Machine Learning Engineers
DevOps, Cloud, and Infrastructure Engineers
Product Engineers
Engineering Managers and Technical Leaders
Product, Design, Operations, Sales, and Go-to-Market professionals
Other specialized positions within high-growth technology companies
What Youll Do
Own full-cycle recruiting from sourcing through accepted offer
Prioritize active searches that align with your recruiting experience
Source passive candidates using LinkedIn, Boolean search, X-ray search, GitHub, professional communities, referrals, and other channels
Conduct structured candidate screens covering experience, technical alignment, compensation, location, work authorization, and career motivation
Present qualified candidates with accurate, compelling submission profiles
Obtain candidate consent and verify potential duplicate submissions
Manage candidates throughout interviews, feedback, offer negotiations, and closing
Maintain consistent follow-up and deliver a professional candidate experience
Follow all client, confidentiality, and submission requirements
Track recruiting activity and maintain accurate candidate records
Work independently while collaborating with Talent Stack on search strategy and candidate calibration
What You Bring
5 or more years of full-cycle recruiting or technical sourcing experience
Proven success recruiting for technology startups, software companies, or highly technical organizations
Experience recruiting software engineers and other difficult-to-find technical professionals
Strong understanding of technical positions, engineering environments, and startup hiring needs
Advanced sourcing skills using LinkedIn, Boolean search, X-ray search, GitHub, market mapping, referrals, and AI-assisted tools
Ability to assess candidates beyond keywords and submit only qualified, interested talent
Strong candidate-management, follow-up, negotiation, and closing abilities
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Ability to manage multiple active searches without sacrificing quality
Entrepreneurial mindset with the discipline to work independently
Your own computer, phone, reliable internet connection, and sourcing tools
Capacity to dedicate a minimum of approximately 20 hours per week
Availability for necessary communication during U.S. business hours
Preferred Qualifications
Existing network of software engineering, AI, product, or startup professionals
Successful placements with seed-stage through growth-stage technology companies
Experience supporting venture-backed startups with demanding hiring standards
Bachelors degree in human resources, business, or a related field
Compensation
1099 independent-contractor engagement
Commission-only compensation
High-percentage commissions based on successful placements
Select searches carry total placement fees of $25,000 or more
No salary, hourly wage, employee benefits, or guaranteed income
Uncapped earning potential based on recruiter production
Who Will Succeed in This Role?
This opportunity is designed for an experienced recruiter who already knows how to build a pipeline, engage passive candidates, evaluate technical alignment, and close competitive talent.
This is not an entry-level recruiting position or a salaried remote job. It is an independent recruiting partnership for proven recruiters who want access to active searches without having to generate their own clients.

Work arrangement
Yes