Technical Recruiter

FERMÀT is the AI native commerce platform that optimizes shopping experiences, leading to best-in-class shopper engagement and conversion. We help brands transform clicks into conversions with dynamic, personalized shopping experiences—built and optimized in minutes.

Backed by VMG, Bain Capital Ventures, Greylock, QED, and named The Information’s #1 commerce startup, we’re a 70+ person team based in SF, Austin, NYC, and Bangalore. As a fast-growing Series B company, we’re building the infrastructure for the future of online retail—and we’re just getting started.

Role Overview:

We’re looking for a highly skilled and experienced Technical Recruiter to join our growing Bangalore team and help us build a world-class technical organization. In this full-cycle role, you’ll own the end-to-end recruitment process—partnering closely with leadership, hiring managers, and engineering teams to define role requirements, design sourcing strategies, and deliver an exceptional candidate experience. You’ll focus on hiring top talent across software engineering, product, and design, while also supporting non-technical hiring as we scale. Your ability to leverage data, market insights, and deep technical acumen will be essential in driving continuous improvements in how we attract and assess top talent. The ideal candidate brings a proven track record of hiring for high-growth startups, a strong understanding of the SaaS landscape, and a passion for building diverse, inclusive teams. If you’re energized by matchmaking great talent with meaningful work and want to help shape the future of FERMÀT’s Bangalore presence, we’d love to hear from you.

Responsibilities:

• Manage the full recruitment lifecycle for technical and non-technical roles in Bangalore, from sourcing through offer

• Proactively build and maintain a recurring pipeline of qualified candidates for current and future hiring needs

• Leverage AI tools to streamline sourcing, automate repetitive workflows, and increase recruiting output without compromising quality

• Partner with engineering, product, and leadership teams to define candidate profiles, hiring timelines, and recruiting strategies

• Craft clear and compelling job descriptions that reflect FERMÀT’s goals, values, and team culture

• Ensure candidates move efficiently through the pipeline, maintaining momentum and keeping stakeholders informed throughout

• Provide an exceptional candidate experience through consistent, thoughtful communication and a seamless interview process

• Collaborate with US-based People Ops stakeholders on onboarding initiatives and cross-functional projects

• Own onboarding for the Bangalore office, delivering a smooth and welcoming experience for all new hires

• Organize team-building activities and act as the cultural lead for our Bangalore team

• Lead local HR operations, including light office management, compliance, benefits administration, and employee well-being

• Represent FERMÀT in the Bangalore startup ecosystem by attending VC and talent community events, and building deep relationships with talent from ICs to Director-level

• Use data and market insights to inform hiring decisions, salary benchmarks, and strategy optimizations

• Track candidate progress and hiring timelines using structured processes, ensuring alignment with hiring managers

• Champion inclusive and diverse hiring practices across all functions

• Continuously improve recruiting operations by implementing best practices and scalable workflows

• 4+ years of full-cycle recruiting experience, including at least 3 years focused on hiring for technical roles across software engineering

• Proven success sourcing and engaging technical talent across multiple channels—including passive candidates—within high-growth, tech-driven environments

• Strong technical acumen with a solid understanding of software and product development lifecycles and the ability to assess candidates across a range of technical functions

• Natural curiosity about emerging technologies—especially AI—and a drive to explore and apply AI tools that can streamline and scale recruiting workflows

• Data-driven mindset with experience using recruiting metrics, market insights, and pipeline analytics to inform decisions, improve processes, and guide stakeholder conversations

• Proficiency with recruiting tools and platforms such as ATS systems (e.g. Ashby, Greenhouse or Lever) and sourcing automation tools to drive operational efficiency

• Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills with a collaborative, inclusive approach to partnering with hiring managers and cross-functional stakeholders

• Demonstrated commitment to inclusive hiring practices and experience designing strategies to attract and retain diverse talent

• Highly organized and adaptable, with the ability to manage competing priorities, solve problems creatively, and deliver results in fast-paced environments

• Competitive salary + equity package

• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance for you and all your dependents.

• Retirement benefits:

  • US: 401(k) plan with 4% matching

  • India: Provident Fund with 12% matching

• 4 months of paid parental leave

• Unlimited PTO policy (with minimum 5 days PTO / quarter!)

• WFH stipend

• Monthly wellness stipend