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Technical Recruiter

Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
Full Time On-site

Summary

Job Description

Role at a Glance

Gecko is seeking a Technical Recruiter to help us scale. The recruiting team at Gecko is composed of dedicated and ambitious individuals who care deeply about the work they do, and are eager to make changes that continue to move Gecko, as well as the recruiting industry forward. This is a unique opportunity to be an early team member at a high-growth startup and help shape, define, and own full-cycle recruiting and strategy. You will work collaboratively with our stakeholders building comprehensive and critical processes to help grow their teams by serving as a subject matter expert and business partner. You have strong sourcing skills, and a track record of building and maintaining a healthy pipeline of qualified candidates. You are a strong collaborator, but also enjoy having the autonomy to build and create what is needed to attract and close the best talent. The ideal Technical Recruiter is able to work both programmatically as well as in the weeds. This role is in-person in our New York City office.

What you will do

  • Lead and drive a full-cycle recruitment process, ensuring the highest quality candidate experience that reflects Gecko’s values and culture.

  • Proactively and creatively identify, attract, and source exceptional future Geckos via innovative sourcing strategies and programmatic initiatives.

  • Collaborate and work flexibly across teams and verticals based on seasonality and business needs.

  • Continuously raise the bar and encourage thoughtful dialogue and criticality around each role and hire.

  • Establish and maintain clear and effective communication with stakeholders and candidates.

  • Collect, utilize, and analyze data to provide ongoing updates and recommendations to stakeholders on process effectiveness, market trends, and other items as needed while considering how to thoughtfully scale Gecko.

  • Guide and coach candidates and interviewers throughout the hiring process, providing timely updates, feedback, and any other relevant information.

  • Identify gaps or areas for improvement within current recruiting processes and offer solutions and recommendations to help positively improve the recruiting team.

  • Successfully build trust to close offers with active and passive talent.

About You

Preferred Skills

  • Bachelor’s degree or higher.

  • 5-7 years of experience in a full-cycle technical recruiting capacity.

  • 2 -5 years in house technical recruiting experience strongly preferred, ideally at high-growth tech startups.

  • Genuine interest and enthusiasm of the recruiting process and the relationships you build.

  • Proven track record of identifying and hiring exceptional candidates in high-growth environments.

  • Proven negotiation and closing skills.

  • Strong desire and commitment to provide a high level of customer service to candidates.

  • Outstanding written and verbal communication skills.

About Gecko Robotics

Gecko Robotics

Founded in 2013 and headquartered in Pittsburgh, Gecko Robotics is a rapidly growing defense and industrial technology company specializing in advanced robotics, artificial intelligence, and predictive maintenance solutions for critical infrastructure. The company develops wall-climbing robots and AI-powered software platforms capable of inspecting and analyzing complex assets such as military ships, power plants, manufacturing facilities, and defense infrastructure. By combining robotics with data analytics, Gecko Robotics helps organizations identify structural issues, reduce maintenance costs, and improve operational readiness.

Gecko Robotics has become increasingly prominent within the U.S. defense sector through partnerships with the U.S. Navy, Department of Defense, and major defense contractors. Its technology is used to inspect and maintain naval vessels, shipyards, and strategic infrastructure more efficiently and safely than traditional inspection methods. The company’s flagship software platform, Cantilever®, integrates inspection data into digital twins and predictive analytics systems, enabling military and industrial operators to make faster, data-driven maintenance and operational decisions. As defense modernization accelerates, Gecko Robotics is positioned at the intersection of AI, autonomy, and national security innovation.

The company offers career opportunities across engineering, software development, robotics, artificial intelligence, data science, operations, and defense program management. Gecko Robotics is known for attracting talent interested in solving complex national security and industrial challenges using cutting-edge technology. Employees often work on projects involving autonomous systems, machine learning, infrastructure resilience, and defense readiness, making the company an appealing destination for professionals seeking careers in next-generation defense technology and dual-use innovation.

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