Job Overview
Location
San Francisco
Job Type
Contract
Category
HR & Recruiting
Date Posted
February 26, 2026
Full Job Description
đź“‹ Description
- • Zip is revolutionizing the enterprise procurement landscape, transforming a complex and often cumbersome process into a seamless, consumer-grade experience. In just four years, we've established ourselves as the leader in a new category, serving as the backbone for procurement at some of the world's most innovative companies, including OpenAI, Snowflake, Anthropic, Coinbase, and Prudential. Our platform empowers these organizations to manage billions of dollars in spend with unprecedented efficiency and simplicity.
- • We are seeking a highly motivated and results-oriented Technical Sourcer to join our dynamic Engineering recruiting team. This is a critical role focused on identifying and attracting the talent that forms the foundation of Zip's continued growth and innovation. As a Contract to Hire Technical Sourcer, you will be instrumental in building the engineering teams that drive our cutting-edge technology forward.
- • Your primary responsibility will be to proactively identify, engage, and initially screen exceptional software engineering candidates. You will be tasked with building and nurturing a robust pipeline of high-quality talent across both evergreen and high-priority roles. This requires a deep understanding of the technical landscape and the ability to connect with top-tier engineers, articulating the compelling opportunity that Zip presents.
- • You will play a pivotal role in managing the initial stages of the candidate journey. This involves not only sourcing but also engaging potential hires, conducting initial vetting to assess technical aptitude and cultural fit, and meticulously managing the early stages of the interview process. Throughout this, maintaining an outstanding candidate experience will be paramount, ensuring every interaction reflects Zip's commitment to excellence and respect.
- • Collaboration is key to success in this role. You will partner closely with Zip's engineering leaders to deeply understand their hiring needs, define precise ideal candidate profiles, and develop effective sourcing strategies tailored to each specific role. This close partnership ensures that our recruitment efforts are aligned with the strategic objectives of the engineering organization.
- • Furthermore, you will work hand-in-hand with cross-functional team members, including other recruiters and hiring managers, to ensure a smooth and successful hiring process from initial contact through to offer. Your ability to communicate effectively and build strong working relationships will be essential in landing top talent.
- • To drive continuous improvement, you will be responsible for tracking key recruiting metrics and performance indicators. This data-driven approach will allow you to identify areas for optimization, refine our sourcing strategies, and enhance the overall efficiency and effectiveness of Zip's recruiting processes. Your insights will directly contribute to making our hiring practices even stronger.
- • The ideal candidate for this role is a self-starter who thrives in a fast-paced environment. You must possess a strong ability to learn quickly, adapt to evolving needs, and maintain laser focus on delivering both high-quality candidates and measurable results. A proactive mindset, a strong sense of ownership, and a commitment to excellence in all endeavors are essential qualities we seek.
- • This role offers a unique opportunity to contribute to a rapidly growing, category-defining company backed by top-tier investors and a world-class team. You will gain invaluable experience in technical recruiting within a high-growth startup environment, directly impacting the company's ability to scale and innovate. If you are passionate about connecting great talent with great opportunities and want to be part of a company that's reshaping enterprise software, this is the role for you.
🎯 Requirements
- • 1+ years of experience in technical sourcing, specifically for software engineering roles.
- • Proven ability to proactively identify, engage, and vet high-quality technical candidates.
- • Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple requisitions and competing priorities effectively.
- • Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to build rapport and influence stakeholders at various levels.
🏖️ Benefits
- • Opportunity to work in a fast-paced, high-growth startup environment.
- • Contract-to-hire position with potential for long-term employment.
- • Gain experience in a category-defining company backed by leading venture capital firms.
Skills & Technologies
Onsite
About Zip
Zip provides the world's leading agentic procurement orchestration platform, helping businesses manage spend from initial intake to final payment. Their comprehensive suite of products, including Intake-to-Procure, Procure-to-Pay, Supplier Onboarding, and AI Procurement Concierge, streamlines complex purchasing processes. Zip serves a broad spectrum of clients, from startups to enterprises across various industries like technology and financial services, empowering procurement, finance, and legal teams to gain control and efficiency. The platform is designed to facilitate smarter spending and mitigate risk, leveraging embedded AI capabilities for decision-making and driving cross-functional efficiency by integrating with existing tech stacks, a feature beneficial for distributed teams. Notably, Zip is trusted by over 1,030 global leaders, demonstrating its significant impact on optimizing business operations.
