Senior Technical Sourcer, Applications Engineering

OpenAI

. Leading sourcing strategies to identify and engage candidates with expertise in areas such as large-scale infrastructure, distributed systems, and cloud platform engineering.

Posted 3/27/2026full-timeSan Francisco • California • 🇺🇸 United StatesSenior💰 $240,000 per yearWebsite

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

CloudDistributed Systems

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Leading sourcing strategies to identify and engage candidates with expertise in areas such as large-scale infrastructure, distributed systems, and cloud platform engineering.
Developing and maintaining a strong pipeline of passive candidates through proactive outreach, research, and networking.
Collaborating closely with hiring managers and technical leaders to deeply understand hiring needs and refine sourcing approaches accordingly.
Leveraging advanced sourcing techniques and tools to identify and attract exceptional talent.
Representing OpenAI at industry events and conferences to promote our mission and connect with potential candidates.
Maintaining accurate and organized candidate data and metrics to inform sourcing strategies and decision-making.

Requirements

What you’ll need

5+ years of experience in technical sourcing, with a focus on infrastructure or systems engineering roles.
A proven track record of successfully sourcing candidates in fields such as cloud infrastructure, distributed computing, or systems engineering.
A strong understanding of complex engineering principles and the ability to effectively communicate technical requirements to candidates.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build trust with both candidates and internal stakeholders.
Proficiency with sourcing tools and platforms, including LinkedIn Recruiter and applicant tracking systems.
The ability to manage multiple priorities and adapt quickly in a fast-paced, evolving environment.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, dental, and vision insurance for you and your family, with employer contributions to Health Savings Accounts
Pre-tax accounts for Health FSA, Dependent Care FSA, and commuter expenses (parking and transit)
401(k) retirement plan with employer match
Paid parental leave (up to 24 weeks for birth parents and 20 weeks for non-birthing parents), plus paid medical and caregiver leave (up to 8 weeks)
Paid time off: flexible PTO for exempt employees and up to 15 days annually for non-exempt employees
13+ paid company holidays, and multiple paid coordinated company office closures throughout the year for focus and recharge, plus paid sick and safe time (1 hour per 30 hours worked)
Mental health and wellness support
Employer-paid basic life and disability coverage
Annual learning and development stipend to fuel your professional growth
Daily meals in our offices, and meal delivery credits as eligible
Relocation support for eligible employees
Additional taxable fringe benefits, such as charitable donation matching and wellness stipends, may also be provided.

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Hard Skills & Tools

technical sourcinginfrastructure engineeringsystems engineeringcloud infrastructuredistributed computingengineering principlescandidate engagementsourcing strategiespipeline developmentdata metrics

Soft Skills

communication skillsinterpersonal skillstrust buildingcollaborationadaptabilityorganizational skillsproactive outreachnetworkingdecision-makingmulti-priority management