Jerry

Lead Technical Recruiter (contract to hire)

San Francisco, California, United States

Not SpecifiedCompensation
Junior (1 to 2 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Automotive, Mobile Apps, Artificial Intelligence, AI & Machine Learning, Tech StartupIndustries

Lead Technical Recruiter (Contract-to-Hire)

Employment Type: Full-Time Location Type: Remote

About Jerry.ai

Jerry.ai is building the first super app to help people save time and money on their car. We leverage technology and machine learning to optimize every aspect of car ownership, from buying and selling to insurance, financing, safety, maintenance, and repairs. Since our 2019 launch, we've amassed over 5 million customers, raised $240 million in funding, scaled our revenue 60x, and grown our team to 225 across 7 countries.

Why Join Us?

  • Pre-IPO Startup: Join a well-funded startup with significant traction and runway in a $2 trillion market.
  • Impactful Role: Report directly to a co-founder and collaborate with leaders who have scaled major companies (Nvidia, Nerdwallet, Better, Lemonade).
  • Growth Opportunity: Be part of a team aiming to become a $5 billion business and a household name.
  • Talent-Dense Environment: Accelerate your learning and career growth by being immersed with exceptional team members.

About the Opportunity

We are seeking a Contract-to-Hire Lead Technical Recruiter with early-to-mid stage startup experience. Reporting directly to a co-founder, you will partner with senior leaders to manage complex and critical technical searches, including executive hiring. You will also mentor junior team members as we continue to grow. At Jerry.ai, recruiters are pivotal in shaping the company's future, deeply connected to our mission and committed to perfecting their craft to bring in stellar talent. This is a full-time contract position with the potential for permanent employment based on outstanding performance.

How You Will Make an Impact

  • Own full-cycle recruiting for mid-to-senior level searches, including executive leadership, across various business areas:
    • Product Management
    • Software Engineering
    • Data Science
    • Product Design/Research
    • Creative Production
  • Collaborate with hiring leaders in the U.S. and Canada to develop effective recruiting strategies.
  • Mentor and support junior members of the recruiting team.
  • Continuously review, reflect, and iterate on recruiting and interviewing practices to ensure efficiency and quality.

Who You Are

  • A true partner to hiring leaders, focused on elevating talent density and driving business growth.
  • A high achiever who consistently raises the bar for yourself and those around you.
  • Comfortable operating within defined parameters and navigating ambiguity.
  • Passionate about delivering a stellar recruiting experience and continuously refining your craft.

Ideal Profile

  • 7+ years of recruiting experience, with a focus on product and engineering roles, demonstrating progressively increasing complexity in searches.
  • Prior experience recruiting at a fast-growth startup, particularly in product management, product design, or business operations, is strongly preferred.
  • Proven success in a high-velocity, output-driven, and demanding environment.
  • Bachelor's or Graduate degree in an intellectually rigorous discipline.

Jerry.ai is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We prohibit discrimination based on race, religion, color, national origin, sex, pregnancy, and reproductive health decisions.

While we appreciate your interest and application, only applicants under consideration will be contacted.

Skills

Technical Recruiting
Executive Search
Candidate Sourcing
Mentoring
Stakeholder Management
Startup Experience

Jerry

Digital platform for car insurance and services

About Jerry

Jerry is a digital platform that helps car owners manage their expenses by providing a mobile app called AllCar™. This app allows users to compare insurance policies, refinance car loans, and monitor repair costs, while also rewarding good driving habits. Jerry stands out from competitors by offering a user-friendly experience that can lead to significant savings, with some users reporting reductions in insurance payments of up to $300 per month. The company's goal is to simplify car ownership by providing a comprehensive solution for insurance, financing, and maintenance.

Palo Alto, CaliforniaHeadquarters
2017Year Founded
$222.8MTotal Funding
DEBTCompany Stage
Automotive & Transportation, Consumer Software, FintechIndustries
201-500Employees

Benefits

401K / Retirement Plan
Performance Bonus
Dental Insurance
Health & Wellness Package
Paid Time Off

Risks

Data privacy scrutiny may challenge Jerry's operations and regulatory compliance.
Rising pedestrian accidents could increase insurance premiums, affecting competitive rates.
New features like GarageGuard require significant investment, straining financial resources.

Differentiation

Jerry offers a comprehensive app for car insurance, loans, and maintenance.
The AllCar™ App rewards users for safe driving habits, enhancing user engagement.
Jerry simplifies car ownership with a seamless process for switching insurance providers.

Upsides

Recent $110M funding boosts Jerry's service expansion and tech infrastructure.
AI integration in insurance comparison enhances personalized offerings and customer satisfaction.
GarageGuard and DriveShield features attract users with comprehensive car management solutions.

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