Senior Recruiter

About the Role

Character.AI is building the future of human–AI interaction, and hiring is one of the most critical levers in shaping that future. As a Senior Recruiter, you will be a strategic partner to Engineering, Research, Product, and G&A leaders, helping to build the teams that power our platform at scale. This role goes beyond execution. You will influence how we define talent, design rigorous and thoughtful interview processes, and compete for exceptional candidates in one of the most competitive markets in technology. You’ll bring strong business judgment, technical curiosity, and a data-driven mindset to continuously elevate how we hire—ensuring an outstanding candidate experience alongside operational excellence. If you thrive in high-growth environments, are motivated by building world-class teams, and want to play a direct role in scaling a frontier AI company, this is an opportunity to have meaningful, company-shaping impact. Character.AI empowers people to connect, learn and tell stories through interactive entertainment. Over 20 million people visit Character.AI every month, using our technology to supercharge their creativity and imagination. Our platform lets users engage with tens of millions of characters, enjoy unlimited conversations, and embark on infinite adventures. In just two years, we achieved unicorn status and were honored as Google Play's AI App of the Year—a testament to our innovative technology and visionary approach. Join us and be a part of establishing this new entertainment paradigm while shaping the future of Consumer AI!

Responsibilities

• Own the full recruiting lifecycle across technical and non-technical roles, including building robust talent pipelines, conducting screens, driving structured interviews and decision-making, advising on compensation, and closing exceptional candidates.
• Serve as a strategic recruiting partner to leaders across Engineering (Safety, Product & Technical Foundations), Research Engineering, Product, and G&A.
• Continuously improve and scale recruiting processes, designing structured, high-signal interview frameworks that balance candidate experience with interviewer efficiency.
• Equip hiring teams with the tools, training, and best practices needed to attract and assess world-class talent.
• Maintain rigorous data hygiene in Ashby and provide clear, actionable reporting on recruiting metrics and hiring goals.

Requirements

• 4+ years of full-cycle recruiting experience in a high-growth, fast-paced technology company.
• Demonstrated ability to quickly develop fluency in complex technical domains and engage credibly with senior technical candidates.
• Strong business judgment and stakeholder management skills, with a track record of influencing hiring decisions and closing high-impact candidates.
• High ownership mindset with the ability to operate independently in ambiguous, fast-moving environments while knowing when to collaborate or escalate.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, strong interpersonal judgment, and the ability to give and receive direct, constructive feedback.
• Analytical and data-driven approach to problem-solving, with a focus on continuous improvement.