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Contract Technical Sourcer

Arc

Arc

IT
torrance, ca, usa
Posted on Jan 10, 2025

What we’re building

Our vision is to electrify all waterborne vessels, and we're starting with electric water sport boats.

Gas boats dominate today’s marine industry not because of great product offerings but because of a lack of better alternatives. Boaters have grown accustomed to vehicles that feel stuck in the 1980s: unreliable, expensive, loud, noxious, and a nightmare to own and operate. They’re also awful for the water and air they reside in.

By contrast, electric boats are superior in nearly every way: not only are they far more reliable and less costly to operate, but they’re also quieter, quicker, and cleaner, with no fumes or pollutants. However, they’ve been held back by both the technology and the talent to make them truly competitive with gas alternatives. That’s Arc’s opportunity.

Using modern, aerospace- and automotive-inspired techniques, we’re building our hulls, batteries, cooling systems, firmware, and software together to deliver the next generation of watercraft.

What we’re looking for

We’re seeking a passionate and driven Technical Sourcer to join our team and contribute to our mission of electrifying waterborne vessels. This is a unique opportunity to make a tangible impact in a fast-growing startup where innovation, ownership, and collaboration are at the core of everything we do.

As part of our People Operations team, you'll report directly to the People Lead and play a critical role in building the technical talent pipeline that fuels our success. This position is a contract role based at our manufacturing facility in Los Angeles, requiring someone eager to thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced environment that demands creativity and adaptability.

Core responsibilities

  • Partner with hiring managers and team leads to deeply understand role requirements and define ideal candidate profiles for technical positions.
  • Source, engage, and build relationships with top-tier technical talent using platforms like LinkedIn Recruiter, GitHub, Stack Overflow, and other innovative sourcing methods.
  • Develop and maintain talent pipelines for current and future hiring needs across engineering, software, and manufacturing disciplines.
  • Conduct initial candidate screenings to evaluate qualifications, skills, and cultural fit.
  • Track and report on key sourcing metrics, such as response rates, pipeline diversity, and time-to-contact.
  • Build and maintain talent pools by fostering ongoing engagement with passive candidates.
  • Collaborate with the broader People Operations team to support recruiting initiatives and enhance overall hiring efficiency.

Basic qualifications

  • 5+ years of experience in technical sourcing or recruiting, with a focus on engineering, software, or manufacturing roles.
  • Proficiency in tools such as LinkedIn Recruiter, Boolean search techniques, and other sourcing platforms.
  • Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple roles and priorities simultaneously.
  • Excellent communication skills to foster positive relationships with candidates and hiring teams.

Bonus qualifications

  • Familiarity with Greenhouse Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) and maintaining accurate candidate records.
  • Familiarity with technical skills and terminology for software, hardware, or mechanical engineering.
  • Strong data analysis skills to track recruitment metrics and improve processes.
  • Enthusiasm for boating, clean energy, and sustainability.
  • Comfortable navigating the fast pace and ambiguity of a startup environment.
  • Prior experience working on diversity and inclusion initiatives within technical recruitment.

At Arc, we encourage diversity and consider all qualified applicants equally for employment, regardless of background, identity, or status. You’re always welcome to reach out even if you don’t meet many of these qualifications. Passion and aptitude make up for a lot.

What we value

We value these five things above all else:

  • Ownership over both your work and the company’s success
  • Empathy for colleagues and for customers
  • Humility in problem-solving and collaboration
  • Pragmatism for navigating ambiguity quickly and sensibly
  • Inclusion of different backgrounds, opinions, cultures, etc.

Given that we work in a sometimes intense or stressful environment, it’s vital that our values align. We’d be happy to elaborate on any or all of these during the interview process.

What you’ll get

  • An hourly wage between $45.00-65.00
  • Talented teammates who challenge you to be better
  • Access and often input to a wide range of business activities
  • An opportunity to have an outsized impact on industry-defining vehicles
  • The ability to drive positive environmental change through your work

Hope to hear from you soon!

The crew at Arc