# Executive Recruiter

**Company:** [Crusoe](https://hotfix.jobs/companies/crusoe)
**Location:** San Francisco, CA
**Role:** Recruiting
**Salary:** $255k – $280k/yr
**Experience:** 10+ years
**Skills:** executive search, c-suite recruiting, vp recruiting, talent sourcing, Stakeholder Management, candidate relationship management, interview process management, tech recruiting, AI Infrastructure, cloud computing, data centers
**Posted:** 2026-07-27

> Lead end-to-end executive searches for C-suite, VP, and Director roles across engineering, product, sales, and other functions at a high-growth AI infrastructure company. Requires 10+ years executive search experience with a strong track record placing tech leaders, deep industry networks, and onsite presence in San Francisco.

## Job Description

## What You'll Be Working On
- Lead end-to-end executive search processes for C-suite, VP, and Senior Director-level positions across all business functions.
- Develop and execute comprehensive search strategies for critical leadership roles including Engineering, Product, Sales, Marketing, DIG, Operations, and Finance.
- Partner closely with founders, board members, and existing executives to define role requirements and ideal candidate profiles.
- Leverage and expand extensive candidate networks within the cloud computing, data center, and AI industries.
- Proactively build trust and relationships with top-tier executive talent through industry events, conferences, and strategic networking.
- Manage sophisticated interview processes involving multiple senior stakeholders, rigorous assessment methodologies, and complex schedules.
- Ensure an exceptional, high-touch candidate experience that reflects Crusoe's values and competitive positioning.
- Craft and deliver compelling narrative value propositions for executive candidates considering high-growth infrastructure and startup opportunities.

## What You'll Bring to the Team
- 10+ years of executive search experience, with at least 4 years focused specifically on technology companies.
- Proven history of successfully placing C-suite and VP-level executives at high-growth technology or infrastructure companies.
- Deep understanding of tech markets such as data centers, GPUs, AI/ML, cloud infrastructure, or related hardware/software technologies.
- Extensive existing network of relationships with executive talent in relevant technology and infrastructure industries.
- Experience working with venture-backed or private equity-backed startups and a strong understanding of high-growth startup dynamics.

## Bonus Points
- Previous experience at top-tier executive search firms (e.g., Daversa, Russell Reynolds, Korn Ferry, Heidrick & Struggles).
- In-house executive recruiting experience at high-growth technology companies.
- Familiarity with cloud computing, AI infrastructure, climate tech, or energy sectors.
- Experience recruiting for companies scaling rapidly through growth phases (Series A through IPO).
- Established relationships with technology executives, particularly in Silicon Valley and other major tech hubs.
- A proven track record of recruiting diverse executive talent and building inclusive leadership teams.

## Benefits
- Competitive compensation and equity packages
- Restricted Stock Units
- Paid time off, paid holidays & leave of absence programs
- Comprehensive health, dental & vision insurance
- Employer contributions to HSA account
- Paid parental leave
- Paid life insurance, short-term and long-term disability
- Professional development & tuition reimbursement
- Mental health & wellness support
- Commuter benefits (parking & transit)
- Cell phone stipend
- 401(k) Retirement plan with company match up to 4% of salary
- Volunteer time off
- Global travel insurance & emergency assistance
- Daily meals allowance
- Additional perks & programs specific to location

## Compensation Range
Compensation will be paid in the range of up to $255,000 - $280,000 + Bonus. Restricted Stock Units are included in all offers. Compensation to be determined by the applicant's knowledge, education, and abilities, as well as internal equity and alignment with market data.

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