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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.

Country Manager

Company: Magnet Forensics

Location: Thailand

Posted Nov 27, 2025

Magnet Forensics is a global leader in digital investigative software, serving thousands of customers worldwide. The company is expanding its presence in the APAC region, particularly in Thailand, and is seeking a high-performing sales team to drive growth. The role involves prospecting new clients, developing territory plans, managing product trials, and building strong customer relationships. The company offers competitive compensation, generous time off policies, and a commitment to diversity and inclusion.

Member of Technical Staff, Backend Engineer - API

Company: Runway

Location: North America,Europe

Posted Nov 27, 2025

The role is for a Senior Software Engineer to join the Backend team at Runway, working on AI-powered video creation and collaboration tools. The company is open to hiring remote candidates across North America and Europe, with offices in major cities. The technical stack includes TypeScript, AWS, Python, PyTorch, Kubernetes, and more. The position offers the opportunity to work with a world-class engineering team, own the full API lifecycle, and improve performance and reliability.

Applied Research Lead - Generative Audio

Company: Runway

Location: North America,Europe

Posted Nov 27, 2025

Runway is seeking a Research Team Lead to lead their Applied ML Research team. The role involves managing projects, collaborating with engineering and product teams, and translating business objectives into technical strategies. The company values diversity, pay equity, and offers a competitive salary range.

Applied Research Lead - Model Scaling

Company: Runway

Location: North America,Europe

Posted Nov 27, 2025

Runway is seeking a Senior Applied Research Scientist to lead pretraining efforts for their next-generation multimodal models. The role requires 4+ years of ML experience, strong programming skills, and a passion for building human-in-the-loop systems for creativity. The company offers competitive salaries and strives to recruit diverse talent.

Applied Research Lead - Reinforcement Learning

Company: Runway

Location: North America,Europe

Posted Nov 27, 2025

Runway is seeking a Senior Applied Research Scientist to lead efforts in applying reinforcement learning techniques to improve the quality and controllability of their models. The role requires 4+ years of relevant experience, strong programming skills, and a passion for building human-in-the-loop systems for creativity. The company offers a competitive salary range of $280,000 to $380,000.

Psychometrician

Company: Khan Academy

Location: USA

Posted Nov 27, 2025

Khan Academy is a nonprofit organization with a mission to provide free, world-class education to anyone, anywhere. They offer high-quality learning content and practice for PreK-12th grade and early college core academic subjects, focusing on math and science. The company values diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging, and is committed to improving learning outcomes for students worldwide, especially those in historically under-resourced communities.

Senior Javascript Engineer

Company: Nearform

Location: India

Posted Nov 27, 2025

This job posting highlights a remote permanent Senior JavaScript Engineer role at Nearform, emphasizing opportunities to work on AI-enabled solutions, collaborate with global teams, and access benefits like flexible working, training allowances, and healthcare. The position requires expertise in JavaScript frameworks and agile practices while offering career growth and impactful projects.

AI Research Manager

Company: Goodnotes

Location: Asia,Europe

Posted Nov 27, 2025

Goodnotes is seeking an LLM Research Manager to lead a team of researchers in building advanced AI systems for their productivity and note-taking platform. The role involves leading research direction, designing and scaling RAG systems, shaping a new multimodal medium, mentoring a team, partnering with engineering, and driving execution in a fast-paced environment. The company values innovation, collaboration, and user obsession.

Senior AI Engineer - Poe

Company: Quora

Location: USA

Posted Nov 27, 2025

Quora is a remote-first company with a mission to grow the world's collective intelligence. They have two platforms: Quora, a global knowledge sharing platform, and Poe, a platform providing access to various AI language models. They are seeking a talented AI Engineer to join the Poe team and work on cutting-edge applied LLM projects.

Senior Business Operations Manager - Global Enterprise

Company: Sprout Social

Location: USA

Posted Nov 27, 2025

Sprout Social is hiring a Senior Business Operations Manager for the Revenue Operations team. The role involves collaborating with senior leadership, leading sales operational strategies, developing dashboards, and partnering with cross-functional teams. The ideal candidate has 6-8+ years of experience in sales operations, strong leadership skills, and a track record of driving change and improvement.

Member of Technical Staff - Applied Research

Company: Runway

Location: North America,Europe

Posted Nov 27, 2025

The role is for an Applied Research Scientist to develop cutting-edge computer vision and generative models for creative tools. The position requires 4+ years of experience in machine learning, computer vision, and graphics, as well as expertise in programming languages and deep learning frameworks. The team values strong communication, collaboration, and the ability to bring research to production and integrate it with user interfaces.

Producer - Event Technology

Company: HubSpot

Location: USA

Posted Nov 27, 2025

HubSpot is seeking an Event Technology Producer to lead the implementation and maintenance of event technology across their portfolio. The role involves end-to-end execution of event tech solutions, managing vendor relationships, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and providing customer support. The ideal candidate should have strong technical problem-solving skills, experience with event technology tools, and the ability to manage projects effectively.

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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