Direct Hiring Authority Jobs

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With 1,226 open Direct Hiring Authority positions, the demand for recruiters who can take ownership of talent acquisition is at an all‑time high. Companies are looking for professionals who can build pipelines, negotiate offers, and close deals faster, especially as AI‑driven sourcing and data‑powered decision‑making become standard.

Typical titles in this category include Talent Acquisition Lead, Head of Recruiting, Senior Recruiter, and Diversity Hiring Lead. Core responsibilities involve partnering with hiring managers, executing Boolean and LinkedIn Recruiter searches, managing ATS workflows in Greenhouse or Workday, creating structured interview frameworks, and reporting on sourcing metrics.

Salary transparency is essential for Direct Hiring Authority roles because recruiters must understand market rates to negotiate competitive offers, justify hiring budgets, and attract high‑quality candidates. Transparent pay data also builds trust with hiring managers and candidates, ensuring that compensation discussions are fair and data‑driven.

Software Engineer - Ceph & Distributed Storage

Company: Canonical

Location: Remote

Posted Dec 04, 2025

Canonical is a leading provider of open source software and operating systems, with a focus on enterprise initiatives such as public cloud, data science, AI engineering, and IoT. The company is hiring a Software Engineer for Ceph and Distributed Storage to build modeling software for systems like OpenStack, Ceph, and Kubernetes. The role involves international travel and requires experience with Python, Ceph storage, and distributed systems.

Senior Software Engineer - Firefox Enterprise

Company: Mozilla

Location: Remote

Posted Dec 04, 2025

Mozilla Corporation is a nonprofit-backed technology company that has shaped the internet for the better over the last 25 years. They make pioneering brands like Firefox, a privacy-minded web browser, and focus on diverse areas including AI, social media, and security. The company is wholly owned by the nonprofit Mozilla Foundation and is committed to making the internet better for people.

Privileged Access Management (PAM) Engineer

Company: GuidePoint Security

Location: USA

Posted Dec 04, 2025

This job posting highlights a remote PAM Engineer role with opportunities for growth, collaboration with industry leaders, and a supportive work environment emphasizing mentorship, flexible time off, and career development. The position requires expertise in privileged access management and offers involvement in large-scale implementations.

Engineering Manager - Data Pipeline

Company: Reddit

Location: Remote

Posted Dec 04, 2025

The Data Pipeline team at Reddit is responsible for building and maintaining the infrastructure that processes petabytes of data across the company. The team is looking for an experienced Engineering Manager to lead the team, drive reliability and scalability, and collaborate with other engineering teams. The role requires strong technical and leadership skills, as well as experience in distributed systems and data infrastructure.

Director of Demand Generation

Company: Avive

Location: USA

Posted Dec 04, 2025

Avive Solutions Inc. is a mission-driven company developing advanced AED technology to combat sudden cardiac arrest. They seek a strategic Director of Demand Generation to drive growth in key sectors.

PAM Technical Architect - Professional Services

Company: Saviynt

Location: Remote

Posted Dec 04, 2025

Saviynt's AI-powered identity platform enhances security and operational efficiency. They seek a technical architect to lead PAM implementations, offering competitive salaries and a positive work environment. The role involves mentoring, solution design, and ensuring customer success through trusted advisory services.

Account Executive, Mid-Market

Company: Muck Rack

Location: USA

Posted Dec 04, 2025

Muck Rack is seeking a confident and driven Account Executive to join their team and help win new business. The role involves serving as the primary point of contact for sales leads, achieving sales goals, responding to inbound demo requests, prospecting for opportunities, demoing Muck Rack at meetings and events, negotiating contracts, and closing deals. The ideal candidate should have at least 2 years of experience in SaaS sales or a PR role, full-cycle sales experience, proven ability to carry and exceed quotas, strong relationship-building skills, and familiarity with tools like Google Drive, Salesforce, Slack, LinkedIn Sales Navigator, Gongio CPQ, and Guru.

Talent Acquisition Sr Recruiter

Company: Trafilea

Location: North America,Latin America,EMEA,APAC

Posted Dec 04, 2025

Trafilea is a consumer tech platform that uses AI to help brands grow. They have over $1B in revenue, 12M customers, and 500+ talents across 19 countries. Trafilea builds and scales its own DTC brands while helping ambitious talent grow. They offer a remote, dynamic, and diverse work environment with competitive salary and benefits.

Senior Sales Manager

Company: Cendyn

Location: USA

Posted Dec 04, 2025

Cendyn is seeking a Senior Sales Manager for the Eastern Region who is results-driven, experienced in SaaS sales, highly organized, and passionate about the hotel industry. The role involves developing and executing a territory sales plan, identifying potential customers, cold calling, lead generation, analyzing market data, and building strong relationships with key stakeholders. The ideal candidate has a proven track record of sales performance, strong analytical and communication skills, and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

Global Corporate Sales Director

Company: Cendyn

Location: USA

Posted Dec 04, 2025

The Global Corporate Sales Director is responsible for driving sales and strategic growth of Cendyn's relationships with top global Corporate TMC and Consortia demand partners. The role focuses on building strong relationships, identifying new opportunities, and collaborating with internal teams to maximize revenue and customer success.

Regional Sales Director - Growth

Company: Grafana Labs

Location: Spain

Posted Dec 04, 2025

Grafana Labs seeks a Regional Sales Director to lead growth in Southern Europe and emerging markets. The role involves team development, revenue growth, and strategic partnerships. Compensation includes a competitive OTE and RSUs.

Enrollment Representative

Company: Coursera

Location: India

Posted Dec 04, 2025

This job description outlines a remote Enrollment Counselor role at Coursera, focusing on recruiting students for online degree programs. Responsibilities include engaging potential learners, providing program information, converting leads to enrollments, managing CRM systems, and meeting enrollment targets. Qualifications require a bachelor's degree, strong communication skills, sales acumen, and familiarity with EdTech. The role emphasizes professionalism, teamwork, and flexibility to accommodate global time zones.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the typical salary ranges for Direct Hiring Authority roles by seniority?
Entry‑level recruiters earn $55k‑$75k. Mid‑level Talent Acquisition Specialists command $75k‑$110k. Senior roles such as Recruiting Manager or Head of Recruiting typically range from $110k‑$160k, while Director of Talent Acquisition can exceed $170k with bonus and equity.
What skills, tools, and certifications are required for a Direct Hiring Authority position?
Key skills include Boolean search, LinkedIn Recruiter, ATS mastery (Greenhouse, Lever, Workday), data analysis with Excel or Tableau, and interview design. Certifications such as SHRM‑CP, PHR, LinkedIn Recruiter Certification, and Certified Professional in Talent Acquisition (CPTA) boost credibility.
Is remote work available for Direct Hiring Authority roles?
Yes, most companies offer fully remote or hybrid options. 70% of listings list remote work, with additional perks like flexible hours, home‑office stipends, and virtual onboarding tools.
What career progression paths exist within Direct Hiring Authority?
A typical trajectory moves from Junior Recruiter → Senior Recruiter → Recruiting Manager → Head of Recruiting → Director of Talent Acquisition / VP of Talent. Each step adds responsibility for strategy, budgeting, and leadership of larger hiring teams.
What industry trends are shaping Direct Hiring Authority roles?
Current trends include AI‑powered sourcing tools (HireVue, Pymetrics), focus on candidate experience, data‑driven talent dashboards, increased emphasis on diversity and inclusion hiring, and the rise of remote‑first talent strategies.

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