[Remote] Technical Sourcer

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Perplexity AI is focused on building innovative products that enhance how people find and learn information. As a Technical Sourcer, you will play a crucial role in identifying and engaging top technical talent to support the company's growth in AI technology. Responsibilities Research, identify, and engage engineering and technical talent across multiple disciplines and experience levels Collaborate with recruiters and hiring teams to deeply understand technical requirements and calibrate profiles with accuracy and nuance Use a wide range of sourcing strategies—including advanced research, talent mapping, referrals, and creative outreach—to build strong candidate pipelines Act as a candidate’s first introduction to Perplexity AI, delivering an authentic and compelling story about our mission, product, and team culture Track and analyze pipeline data to drive continuous optimization and improvements in sourcing approaches Operate with agility, adapting quickly to shifting priorities, hard-to-fill roles, and changing team needs Demonstrate the ability to source and engage top technical talent in new and diverse markets, adapting outreach and sourcing strategies to local talent landscapes and compliance requirements Skills A strong desire to grow a career in sourcing, with clear dedication to advancing your craft and developing deep expertise in the field Exceptional technical literacy - comfortable navigating complex technical conversations, parsing nuanced skill sets, and understanding the architecture of software and AI roles Proven experience sourcing talent in highly dynamic and fast-paced environments where priorities shift and ambiguity is constant Creativity and resilience: ability to design novel sourcing strategies, test new methods, and adapt quickly when faced with challenges Excellent communication skills, with the ability to build trust and develop relationships with both candidates and internal partner teams A mindset that thrives on curiosity, iteration, and impact - aligned with Perplexity AI's ethos of building what has never been built before Company Overview Perplexity is an AI-powered answer engine designed to provide accurate, real-time responses to user queries. It was founded in 2022, and is headquartered in San Francisco, California, USA, with a workforce of 201-500 employees. Its website is Company H1B Sponsorship Perplexity has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships, with 12 in 2025, 7 in 2024, 2 in 2023. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role.