[Remote] Recruiter

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Microsoft is seeking a Recruiter (Contract) to support high-volume and niche hiring for early-in-profession AI/ML and highly technical roles. The role involves full-cycle recruiting, including sourcing, screening, and managing candidate communications, while ensuring a positive candidate experience.ResponsibilitiesOwn full-cycle recruiting for early-in-profession AI/ML and technical roles—from sourcing through offer and closeSource and identify candidates using a variety of channels, focusing on AI/ML, data, and applied science talentScreen and assess candidates to evaluate technical skills, AI/ML exposure, and role alignmentPartner with recruiters, hiring managers, and stakeholders on hiring needs, candidate profiles, and recruiting plansManage candidate communication and engagement throughout the hiring processLead candidate progression through interviews, debriefs, and offer/closing stagesBuild and maintain pipelines of early-career AI/ML and technical talentMaintain accurate candidate records and activity in recruiting systems in alignment with process and compliance expectationsContribute to high-volume hiring efforts across multiple teams and business groupsSkills5–7 years of recruiting, sourcing, or talent acquisition experienceExperience owning full-cycle recruiting, including sourcing, screening, offer extension, and closingExperience hiring for AI/ML, data science, applied science, or highly technical engineering rolesExperience in high-volume recruiting environmentsExperience supporting early-in-profession/university hiring (intern, entry-level) and industry hiringStrong ability to source and engage specialized technical talent, including passive candidatesStrong communication, stakeholder partnership, and organizational skillsAbility to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environmentFamiliarity with recruiting tools or applicant tracking systemsBenefitsMedical, dental & visionHospital plans401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions availableLife Insurance (Company paid Basic Life and AD&D as well as voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)Company paid short and long-term disabilityHealth & Dependent Care Spending Accounts (HSA & DCFSA)Employee Assistance ProgramTime Off/Leave(PTO, Allegis Group Paid Family Leave, Parental LeaveCompany OverviewMicrosoft is a software corporation that develops, manufactures, licenses, supports, and sells a range of software products and services. It was founded in 1975, and is headquartered in Redmond, Washington, USA, with a workforce of 10001+ employees. Its website is https://www.microsoft.com.