Contract Senior Technical Recruiter

Who We Are

Babylist is the leading registry, e-commerce, and content platform for growing families. More than 9 million people shop with Babylist every year, making it the go-to destination for seamless purchasing, trusted guidance, and expert product recommendations for new parents and the people who love them. What began as a universal registry has grown into a full ecosystem for new parents, including the Babylist Shop, Babylist Health, and a flagship showroom in Los Angeles. Hundreds of brands in baby and beyond partner with Babylist to engage meaningfully with families during one of life’s most important transitions. With over $1 billion in annual GMV, and more than $500 million in 2024 revenue, Babylist is reshaping the $320 billion baby product industry. We’re helping parents feel confident, connected, and cared for at every step. As we build the generational brand in baby, our mission remains simple: to connect growing families with everything they need to thrive.To learn more, visit www.babylist.com.

Our Ways of Working

Babylist thrives as a remote-first company, with HQ team members located across the U.S. and Canada. We meet in person twice a year—once as a company and once by department to strengthen the relationships that power our work. We show up consistently, stay purpose-driven, leverage AI to amplify our impact, and achieve results—together, from anywhere.

Please note: This is a contract role expected end date of December 2026. As a contractor, you will not participate in company or department offsites. Extension or conversion to full-time may be considered at the end of the contract based on business need and mutual interest

What the Role Is

We are seeking a highly skilled and mission-driven Senior Technical Recruiter(Contract) to join our growing Talent Acquisition team. In this role, you will own full-cycle recruiting for complex technical roles across Babylist, with a particular emphasis on Data Science, Machine Learning, and AI positions, in addition to core Engineering roles. You will partner closely with hiring managers, interviewers, and leadership to build diverse pipelines, deliver an exceptional candidate experience, and help scale teams that are critical to Babylist’s product and business growth.

We are looking for someone who thrives on solving hard problems, operates with a strong bias for action, and consistently finds creative paths forward. You are resourceful, scrappy when needed, and have a track record of delivering results in fast-moving environments. You are a true builder who enjoys owning challenges end-to-end and doesn’t wait for perfect clarity to make progress.

Who You Are

• 5+ years of full-cycle technical recruiting experience with a focus on full-stack engineering, product and design roles

• Highly resourceful problem solver who thrives in ambiguity, proactively figures things out, and takes ownership to drive outcomes

• Strong sense of urgency and a bias for execution—you move quickly and thoughtfully to get results

• Experience sourcing, engaging, and closing technical talent at a variety of levels, including senior and specialized roles

• Proven track record building diverse pipelines and utilizing inclusive sourcing strategies

• Comfortable advising hiring managers on market trends, leveling, and candidate evaluation.=

• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills; able to represent Babylist’s values and mission authentically to candidates

• Highly organized and detail-oriented with the ability to manage multiple searches simultaneously

• Familiarity with Greenhouse (ATS), LinkedIn Recruiter, and other sourcing tools

How You Will Make An Impact

• Own and drive full-cycle technical recruiting for key roles across Babylist’s Engineering teams.

• Develop and execute creative sourcing strategies to identify diverse, high-quality candidates.

• Build strong partnerships with hiring managers, becoming a trusted advisor on hiring best practices and market insights.

• Operate with a strong sense of urgency, proactively removing roadblocks and keeping searches moving forward.

• Ensure an excellent candidate experience that reflects Babylist’s values at every stage of the process.

• Lead structured interview processes that reduce bias, drive consistency, and support fair, equitable hiring decisions.

• Continuously improve recruiting processes, tools, and reporting to increase hiring efficiency and quality.

• Contribute to talent projects including employer branding, interview training, DEI initiatives, and recruiting analytics.

Why You Will Love Working At Babylist

Our Culture

• We work with focus and intention, then step away to recharge

• We believe in exceptional management and invest in tools and opportunities to connect with colleagues

• We build products that positively impact millions of people's lives

• AI is intentionally embedded in how we work, create, and scale—supporting innovation and impact

Growth & Development

• Competitive pay and meaningful opportunities for career advancement

• We believe technology and data can solve hard problems

• We're committed to career progression and performance-based advancement

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive salary

• Generous PTO

About Compensation

We use a market-based approach to compensation. The starting salary range for this role is:

CAD $ 148,000 - $154.500

Your starting salary will be based on your location, experience, and qualifications, with increases over time tied to performance, role growth, and internal pay equity.

Important Notices

Interview Process & Consent
Babylist uses AI to record and transcribe all interviews for evaluation purposes in accordance with CCPA and GDPR. By participating in an interview, you consent to this recording and transcription.

Interview Integrity
During the interview process, we're evaluating your individual problem-solving skills, creativity, and approach to challenges. While AI tools like ChatGPT, Claude, and Cursor are part of your daily toolkit once you join Babylist, all interviews, assessments, and take-home assignments must be completed independently.

You may not use AI tools, third-party services, coaching platforms, or content-farming services during any part of the interview process unless we explicitly permit it. We will clearly communicate when AI tools are allowed for specific assessments.

Any indication of third-party assistance or AI-generated responses will result in immediate disqualification. We may also verify educational credentials through third-party sources—providing false or misleading information will result in removal from consideration.

Official Communication
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