--- title: 'Talent Acquisition Recruiter (Contract) at Apptronik' canonical: 'https://feeny.ai/job/talent-acquisition-recruiter-contract-apptronik-austin-jj7cw0hq4ya2' type: 'job' last_seen: '2026-10-13' --- # Talent Acquisition Recruiter (Contract) at Apptronik - **Company:** Apptronik - **Location:** Austin, TX - **Posted:** 2026-10-06 - **Last confirmed live:** 2026-10-13 - **Apply:** https://boards.greenhouse.io/apptronik/jobs/6218419004?gh_jid=6218419004 ## Job description Apptronik is a human-centered robotics company developing AI-powered robots to support humanity in every facet of life. Our flagship humanoid robot, Apollo, is built to collaborate thoughtfully with people, starting with critical industries such as manufacturing and logistics, with future applications in healthcare, the home, and beyond. We operate at the cutting edge of Applied AI, applying our expertise across the full robotics stack to solve some of society's most important problems. You will join a team dedicated to bringing Apollo to market at scale, tackling the complex challenges like safety, commercialization, and mass production to change the world for the better. ## JOB SUMMARY We are seeking a highly motivated Contract Talent Acquisition Recruiter (6-month minimum) to support hiring across the company, spanning both technical and corporate roles. This person will own varied, complex searches from intake through offer acceptance and act as a consultative partner to hiring managers. The ideal candidate is an experienced full-cycle recruiter with a track record in a high-growth environment, a clear and proactive communicator, and a sharp business sense, who can manage multiple searches of differing scope and seniority at once. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES or KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES - Partner with leadership and hiring managers across the company to understand business needs, and advise on hiring strategy, role scoping, timelines, and market realities rather than simply taking requisitions. - Own a mix of full-lifecycle searches for technical and corporate roles of varying complexity and seniority, from intake through offer acceptance. - Source qualified candidates through LinkedIn Recruiter, professional networks, referrals, and direct outreach, tailoring the approach to each talent market. - Screen resumes and conduct initial interviews, assessing skills, experience, and alignment with company values. - Run intake and debrief sessions with hiring managers to define success criteria, calibrate on candidates, and keep searches moving. - Manage candidate pipelines actively, serving as the primary point of contact and ensuring a high-touch, professional experience for every candidate. - Communicate clearly and proactively with hiring managers, interviewers, and the People team, including regular, data-informed updates on pipeline health, risks, and market conditions. - Negotiate offers and coordinate pre-employment processes through close. - Maintain accurate data and compliance in our applicant tracking system (Greenhouse). ## SKILLS AND REQUIREMENTS - Proven success running full-cycle searches across a broad mix of roles, technical and non-technical, in a fast-paced environment. - Consultative mindset and strong business acumen; able to push back constructively, shape hiring plans, and connect each search to company goals. - Clear, proactive communicator who keeps stakeholders informed without being chased. - Demonstrated ability to build trusted partnerships with leadership and cross-functional hiring managers. - Hands-on sourcing skills and the ability to build your own talent pipeline for niche or competitive roles. - Versatile and adaptable; comfortable managing several searches of differing complexity at the same time. - Proficiency with applicant tracking systems (e.g., Greenhouse, Lever, Ashby). - Embodies the company values of Curiosity, Humility, Integrity, Passion, and Creativity (CHIPC). EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE - 5+ years of full-cycle recruiting experience supporting a mix of technical and non technical teams within a product focused company. - Experience supporting multiple functions and role types at once in a high-growth or startup environment. - Proven track record of closing complex, senior-level individual contributor and leadership roles across varied business and technical teams. ## PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS - Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer - Must be able to lift 15 pounds at times - Vision to read printed materials and a computer screen - Hearing and speech to communicate *This is a direct hire.  Please, no outside Agency solicitations. Apptronik provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. ## About Apptronik ## Company Overview - **One-liner**: Apptronik builds advanced humanoid robots for real-world industrial applications, starting with manufacturing and warehousing, to address labor shortages and improve human productivity. - **Entity Type**: Private (Funding Stage: Series A) - **Headquarters**: Austin, Texas, United States - **Founded**: 2016 - **Founders**: Founded as a spinout from the Human Centered Robotics Lab at the University of Texas at Austin; leadership includes CEO Jeff Cardenas and CTO Nicholas Paine ## Core Business - Primary industry/industries: Robot Manufacturing, Humanoid Robotics, Industrial Automation, Artificial Intelligence - Target customers: B2B / Enterprise — manufacturing facilities, warehousing and logistics operators, supply chain organizations - Mission or purpose statement: “It is not Man vs. Machine, but Man + Machine” — building robots that empower humans to live to their fullest potential by solving labor shortages and reducing physical strain. ## Products & Services - **[Apollo Humanoid Robot Platform]**: A full-electric, bipedal humanoid robot designed for industrial use. Combines advanced hardware, embodied AI, and fleet-level management software. Current applications include material handling, line-side tasks, palletizing, case picking, trailer unloading, and inspection. Built as a scalable platform that can extend into healthcare, eldercare, and home environments over time. (Type: Hardware + SaaS Platform) ## Market Standing - **Valuation/Market Cap**: Not publicly disclosed - **Annual Revenue**: ~$3.5 million (estimated) - **Total Funding**: ~$963.8 million (includes a Seed Round of $14.6M in 2022, a Corporate Round in 2025, and an undisclosed Series A round; notable investors include Mercedes-Benz Group AG and Google) - **Notable Investors/Partners**: Mercedes-Benz Group AG, Google, Terex, Humanoid Global - **Growth Signals**: Headcount grew 98.1% year-over-year to 334 employees (2026 data). Named to the **2026 CNBC Disruptor 50** list. Recognized on the **Best Places to Work** list (2024, 2025). Won the **2025 IEEE Robotics & Automation Product Innovation Award**. Named **Most Innovative** (2025). Active job postings increased 238.5% year-over-year (88 open roles). Acquired Elevate Robotics Inc. ## Competitive Advantages - **Deep heritage**: Spun out of UT Austin’s Human Centered Robotics Lab; team dates back to the DARPA Robotics Challenge (2015) and includes ex-NASA collaborators. - **Full-stack vertical integration**: Covers hardware, embodied AI, and fleet-level management software — a complete, scalable platform rather than a one-off robot. - **Safe, human-centric design**: Built for human environments from the ground up, with a focus on reducing physical strain and complementing human workers, not replacing them. - **Early enterprise traction**: Active partnerships with major industrial players like Mercedes-Benz and Terex, proving real-world deployment over lab demos. ## Strategic Focus - Scaling Apollo for manufacturing and warehouse deployment (current core market). - Expanding into more complex environments: construction, healthcare, eldercare, and the home. - Continuous hardware and software upgrades (CEO Jeff Cardenas calls humanoid robotics “the space race of our time” and has signaled major upgrades to Apollo). - Building out fleet-level tools for multi-robot management and learning. ## Why Work Here - **Mission-driven**: Work on the frontier of humanoid robotics with a stated ethos of “Man + Machine” — robots that improve human quality of life. - **High-growth environment**: Doubled headcount year-over-year with massive funding and expanding job postings; strong career growth potential. - **Culture values**: Passion, creativity, collaboration, integrity, curiosity, and humility are explicitly stated as core values. - **Perks & Benefits**: - Flexible PTO (open, unlimited) - 401k retirement plan - Comprehensive Medical, Dental & Vision coverage - Parental leave - Flexible work hours - Collaborative and innovative work environment - **Remote/Hybrid Policy**: Not explicitly stated; 77% of workforce is in the United States (majority in Austin HQ). Specific roles may vary, but the company promotes a collaborative environment. - **Talent sources**: Attracts talent from top robotics and tech companies — SpaceX, Tesla, Fox Robotics, Agility Robotics, Apple, iRobot, Neocis, and top universities (UT Austin). - **Employee rating**: 3.9/5.0 on employer reviews (Work-Life: 3.5, Career: 3.7). ## Sources 1. [apptronik.com](https://apptronik.com/) — Company homepage 2. [apptronik.com/about-us](https://apptronik.com/about-us) — About Us / History / Mission 3. [apptronik.com/careers](https://apptronik.com/careers?gh_src=B+Capital+job+board) — Careers page / Perks & Culture 4. [apptronik.com/careers/job-listings](https://apptronik.com/careers/job-listings) — Open job listings 5. [linkedin.com/company/apptronik-inc.](https://www.linkedin.com/company/apptronik-inc.) — LinkedIn company profile (revenue, headcount, funding, employee breakdown) ## Other roles at Apptronik - [Senior Benefits Specialist](https://feeny.ai/job/senior-benefits-specialist-apptronik-austin-pg7cq5yty0kr) — Austin, TX - [Global Supply Manager - Electrical & Electronics](https://feeny.ai/job/global-supply-manager-electrical-electronics-apptronik-austin-3sqnzehk3ykj) — Austin, TX - [Configuration Manager - Teamcenter](https://feeny.ai/job/configuration-manager-teamcenter-apptronik-austin-ggdwar2q4w5b) — Austin, TX - [Manager, Manufacturing Engineering](https://feeny.ai/job/manager-manufacturing-engineering-apptronik-austin-tg0vb1xzd1ev) — Austin, TX - [Senior Business Systems Manager](https://feeny.ai/job/senior-business-systems-manager-apptronik-austin-s3r011eac6hz) — Austin, TX - [Senior Embedded Linux Engineer](https://feeny.ai/job/senior-embedded-linux-engineer-apptronik-austin-99y7c5jkwx2q) — Austin, TX - [Firmware Engineer – Hands](https://feeny.ai/job/firmware-engineer-hands-apptronik-austin-1crts7y338t0) — Austin, TX - [Senior Business Systems Analyst - ERP](https://feeny.ai/job/senior-business-systems-analyst-erp-apptronik-austin-ns9kykxgm8mt) — Austin, TX - [Staff Drivetrain Engineer](https://feeny.ai/job/staff-drivetrain-engineer-apptronik-austin-trjb9rpwtdp1) — Austin, TX - [Senior Mechanical Engineer - Actuation](https://feeny.ai/job/senior-mechanical-engineer-actuation-apptronik-austin-emq2gm4xt3xe) — Austin, TX