Technical Recruiter

Job description

FloSports is the leading digital platform for underserved sports, combining live and on-demand streaming, original programming, data, and technology to help sports grow their audiences and build sustainable businesses, from youth to professional levels. By bringing thousands of events and communities onto one platform, Flo creates scale where none previously existed, connecting passionate fans with the sports they love while giving athletes, organizers, and rights holders the tools to reach and engage a global audience. Flo streams more than 50,000 live events annually across sports, including motorsports, wrestling, hockey, track & field, cheer, jiu-jitsu, NCAA Division II and III athletics, and more. We’re looking for people who are passionate about sports, embody accountability, collaboration, curiosity, positivity, grit, and excellence, and are motivated to help grow and elevate the communities we serve. THE ROLE: FloSports, a leader and innovator in digital sports media, is currently seeking a Senior Recruiter to join our HR team. This person will provide full cycle, high volume recruiting services for the business while ensuring a phenomenal candidate and interview team experience. This position is based in Austin, Texas and will require in-office 4 days a week. We are looking for a Technical Recruiter to join our growing People Team. In this role, you’ll partner closely with our engineering, product, and data teams to identify, engage, and hire the exceptional talent that powers FloSports’ innovation. This position offers the opportunity to own high-impact recruiting initiatives, enhance our hiring processes, and help shape the future of our technical teams. RESPONSIBILITIES: - Own the full-cycle recruiting process for technical and specialized roles across Engineering, Product, and Data — from intake to offer acceptance. - Partner strategically with hiring managers and leadership to define talent needs, create targeted sourcing strategies, and deliver high-quality hires in a timely manner. - Build and nurture strong technical talent pipelines through proactive sourcing, networking, and relationship-building with passive candidates. - Champion an exceptional candidate experience, ensuring consistent, transparent, and engaging interactions throughout the hiring journey. - Implement creative closing strategies that align candidate motivations with FloSports’ mission and long-term goals. - Maintain and optimize ATS/CRM workflows to ensure data integrity and a seamless recruiting experience. - Contribute to continuous improvement efforts across interviewing, onboarding, and hiring best practices. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES: - 5+ years of full-cycle recruiting experience, with a strong emphasis on technical in a fast-paced, high-growth environment. - Proven ability to partner strategically with hiring managers and executives, influencing decisions with data and market insights. - Demonstrated success in building diverse pipelines and sourcing hard-to-find technical talent through creative outreach and community engagement. - Excellent communication, storytelling, and negotiation skills — you know how to sell both the role and the mission. - Strong project management and organizational skills, with the ability to balance multiple priorities and deliver results under tight timelines. - Deep understanding of recruiting metrics, technical assessments, and hiring best practices. - Proficiency with modern ATS/CRM platforms (e.g., Ashby, Greenhouse, Lever, or similar) and sourcing tools such as LinkedIn Recruiter. - High integrity and discretion when handling confidential information. - A passion for sports, technology, and helping great people find meaningful work. OUR COMMITMENT TO DIVERSITY: FloSports exists to elevate the communities, athletes, and sports that have too often been overlooked. That mission starts with our own team. We believe that a diverse, inclusive workplace—one where different perspectives are sought out, heard, and valued—is essential to building a company that can truly serve the full spectrum of sports fans. We are committed to creating a fair and equitable environment where people from all backgrounds can thrive. To help mitigate bias and expand opportunity, FloSports uses a blind recruiting process that supports more objective, inclusive hiring decisions. We’re intentional in our practices because we believe the best ideas and innovations come from teams that reflect the diversity of the world around us. OUR BENEFITS: - Recognized three years in a row as a Top Workplace by the Austin-American Statesman - Flexibility at work - you can take control of your profession and personal schedule - All-hands events hosted in beautiful Austin, Texas - Annual equity awards for all top performers - Competitive and comprehensive medical, dental and vision plans - Peace of mind through company-paid short-term disability, long-term disability and life insurance - Generous 401(K) company match vested immediately - Progressive parental leave policies - Flexible paid time off - Hack-a-thons and a full calendar of team-building and social events - Company donation to youth teams and leagues that our employees coach - Stocked snack bar, catered lunch and breakfast tacos every week