Talent Acquisition Lead (AI)

TL;DR

Talent Acquisition Lead (AI): Leading the hiring process for software engineering functions including backend, mobile, and infrastructure to build a proactive AI smart assistant with an accent on sourcing high-caliber global talent. Focus on designing high-bar interview processes and building an employer brand to attract top engineering talent.

Location: Hybrid (Berlin)

Company

A1 (part of hirify.global) is developing a proactive AI smart assistant designed to bring intelligence to conversations, errands, and workflows.

What you will do

• Own the end-to-end hiring cycle from intake to closing for software engineering roles.
• Build candidate pipelines from scratch using direct sourcing and targeted outreach.
• Drive hiring decisions based on clear signals and data rather than just feedback.
• Optimize recruitment processes to improve speed, quality, and consistency.
• Redesign interview questions, scorecards, and assessments to raise the hiring bar.
• Build employer presence through strategic content and candidate experience.

Requirements

• Proven experience in technical recruiting or talent acquisition in-house or at an agency.
• Track record of closing roles in fast-paced environments.
• Strong direct sourcing ability to generate pipelines without relying on inbound applicants.
• Ability to identify top-tier candidates beyond resumes and brand names.
• Clear and direct communication skills with hiring managers and candidates.
• Comfortable operating with ambiguity and high expectations.

Culture & Benefits

• High talent density environment with fast execution speed and strong ownership.
• Hands-on culture where everyone contributes directly and operates independently.
• Opportunity to work on cutting-edge AI technology focusing on high reliability and multi-step reasoning.

Hiring process

• Up to 3 interviews.
• Review of applications by hiring teams.
• Interviews conducted either virtually or onsite.