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title: 'Talent Recruiter at 42dot'
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# Talent Recruiter at 42dot

- **Company:** [42dot](https://feeny.ai/companies/42dot)
- **Location:** Sunnyvale, CA
- **Employment:** full-time
- **Posted:** 2026-10-07
- **Last confirmed live:** 2026-10-14
- **Apply:** https://jobs.ashbyhq.com/42dot/d7485cf8-b87e-41f6-95c0-8207f344dab5

## Job description

We are looking for the best

## About Us

42dot is a mobility AI company committed to solving mobility challenges with software and AI. As the Global Software Center of Hyundai Motor Group, 42dot pioneers the future of mobility by advancing the development of software-defined vehicles. We develop safety-first, user-centric software-defined vehicle technologies that deliver the latest performance through continuous updates like smartphones. By advancing software and AI technology, 42dot envisions a world where everything is connected and moves autonomously through a self-managing urban transportation operating system.

## About the Role

As a Talent Recruiter, you'll help build the team behind Hyundai Motor Group's software-defined vehicle platform. You'll manage full-cycle recruiting for corporate and business roles such as finance, HR, procurement, operations, and program management, and support our technical hiring as needed. This is a great opportunity for a recruiter who wants to grow their career on a fast-moving team, working closely with hiring managers and learning from experienced recruiting leaders.

## Responsibilities

- Full-Cycle Recruiting
- Manage the recruiting process from start to finish for corporate and business roles, including sourcing, screening, scheduling interviews, and coordinating offers.
- Meet with hiring managers to understand each role and what a strong candidate looks like.
- Sourcing
- Find and engage active and passive candidates using LinkedIn Recruiter, job boards, referrals, and professional networks.
- Build and maintain pipelines for recurring and upcoming roles.
- Candidate Experience
- Serve as the main point of contact for candidates, keeping them informed with timely, professional updates at every stage.
- Make sure every candidate, hired or not, leaves with a positive impression of 42dot.
- Hiring Manager Partnership
- Keep hiring managers updated on pipeline status and share market feedback on candidate availability and expectations.
- Collect interview feedback promptly to keep the process moving.
- Recruiting Operations
- Keep candidate and requisition data accurate and up to date in our applicant tracking system.
- Track key metrics such as time-to-fill and pipeline status, and flag delays early.
- Employer Branding
- Help promote 42dot through job postings, LinkedIn, and networking events.
- Write clear, engaging job descriptions with hiring managers.
- Onboarding
- Help new hires get off to a strong start by coordinating with HR, IT, and their teams, and keeping them informed through their first days.
- Inclusive Hiring
- Support fair, consistent interview processes and help attract candidates from a wide range of backgrounds.

## Qualifications

- 2–5 years of full-cycle recruiting experience, in-house or agency.
- Experience hiring for corporate or business functions such as finance, HR, operations, or sales. Some technical recruiting exposure is a plus.
- Hands-on experience with an applicant tracking system (Workday, Greenhouse, Lever, Ashby, or similar).
- Solid sourcing skills, including LinkedIn Recruiter and basic Boolean search.
- Strong communication and organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple roles at once.
- A proactive, team-first attitude and eagerness to learn and grow.
- Bachelor's degree preferred but not required.

## Preferred Qualifications

- Experience in automotive, EV, or tech companies. Experience at a fast-growing company or startup. Korean language proficiency.

Interview Process

- Application Review - Coding Test - 1st interview - 2nd interview - Offer Negotiation - Hiring
- The screening procedures may vary depending on the position, schedule, or other circumstances. You will be individually notified of the screening schedule and results via the email address provided in your application.

## Compensation

- $137,000 - $190,000

Additional Information

- In accordance with fair hiring practices, do not include any personal information unrelated to your job qualifications (e.g., Social Security Number, family relations, marital status, age, photo, physical condition, place of birth, etc.) in your resume.
- All documents must be submitted in PDF format and under 30MB in size.
- If you experience issues uploading your resume, please send it along with the job posting URL to recruit@42dot.ai.
- We strongly encourage applications from U.S. veterans and candidates eligible for employment preference under applicable laws.
- Qualified individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).
- 42dot does not accept unsolicited resumes and will not pay fees for any such submissions. Equal Opportunity Statement
- 42dot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status.

※ Please review the following information before applying.

- How to work in 42dot, [About 42dot Way →](https://42dot.ai/careers/way)

## About 42dot

## Company Overview
- **One-liner**: 42dot is a mobility AI company building software‑defined vehicles (SDV), autonomous driving platforms, and AI‑powered mobility services, operating as the global software center for Hyundai Motor Group.
- **Entity Type**: Private (subsidiary of Hyundai Motor Company; acquired in 2022)
- **Headquarters**: Seongnam‑si, Gyeonggi‑do, South Korea (also offices in Sunnyvale, USA and Warsaw, Poland)
- **Founded**: 2019 (originally named CODE42.ai)
- **Founders**: Not publicly available

## Core Business
- **Primary industries**: Automotive, Mobility, Artificial Intelligence, Software‑Defined Vehicle (SDV), Autonomous Driving
- **Target customers**: B2B (Hyundai Motor Group, OEMs, fleet operators); B2C (via the TAP! autonomous mobility platform)
- **Mission / purpose**: “We envision a world where everything is connected and moves autonomously through a self‑managing urban transportation operating system.” [42dot.ai](https://www.42dot.ai/)

## Products & Services
- **Software‑Defined Vehicle (SDV)**: Core technology that enables continuous over‑the‑air updates and data‑driven services, turning vehicles into programmable platforms. [42dot.ai](https://www.42dot.ai/)
- **Autonomous EV (AEV)**: Autonomous electric vehicles developed with SDV technology for safer, new mobility experiences. [42dot.ai](https://www.42dot.ai/)
- **TAP! (Autonomous Mobility Platform)**: A unified platform for autonomous ride‑hailing and shuttle services, aimed at popularizing autonomous mobility. [42dot.ai](https://www.42dot.ai/)
- **42dot LLM**: A large language model for Korean‑English integrated understanding, built on proprietary data and infrastructure, outperforming comparable‑sized models. [42dot.ai](https://www.42dot.ai/)
- **Data Platform**: Connects vehicle, road, and transportation data to enable smart mobility services. [42dot.ai](https://www.42dot.ai/)
- **Fleet Management & On‑Demand Shuttle**: Services for efficient fleet operation and demand‑responsive transportation. [cbinsights.com](https://www.cbinsights.com/company/code42ai)

## Market Standing
- **Valuation / Market Cap**: Not disclosed (private subsidiary)
- **Key Metric (Total Funding)**: ~$458.72M raised to date across multiple rounds (conflicting reports indicate a much higher figure – LinkedIn lists $501.4B, likely a data error). [cbinsights.com](https://www.cbinsights.com/company/code42ai) / [kr.linkedin.com](https://kr.linkedin.com/company/42dot)
- **Notable Investors / Partners**: Hyundai Motor Company, Kia Motors, POSCO Capital, Shinhan Financial Group, WE Ventures. Hyundai Motor Company acquired 42dot in August 2022 for ~$349M. [cbinsights.com](https://www.cbinsights.com/company/code42ai)
- **Growth Signals**:
  - **Employees**: ~506 (as of early 2026), monthly headcount growth of +1.1%. [kr.linkedin.com](https://kr.linkedin.com/company/42dot)
  - **Job postings**: 105 active openings; quarterly job growth +18%. [kr.linkedin.com](https://kr.linkedin.com/company/42dot)
  - **Global footprint**: Offices in South Korea, USA, Poland, Vietnam, Thailand, Australia. [kr.linkedin.com](https://kr.linkedin.com/company/42dot)
  - **Patents**: 51 filed, covering autonomous cars, neural networks, and automotive technologies. [cbinsights.com](https://www.cbinsights.com/company/code42ai)

## Competitive Advantages
- **Hyundai Motor Group Backing**: Full integration with a top‑5 global automaker provides resources, manufacturing capability, and a ready market for SDV and autonomous technologies.
- **End‑to‑End SDV Stack**: Owns the full stack from vehicle E/E architecture and OS to cloud platform and AI models (42dot LLM), enabling rapid iteration and differentiation.
- **Proprietary AI & Data**: In‑house large language model and data platform give a unique edge in mobility AI.
- **First‑Mover in Korean Autonomous Mobility**: TAP! platform positions 42dot to lead the domestic autonomous ride‑hailing market.

## Strategic Focus
- Accelerate the transition to software‑defined vehicles across Hyundai Group.
- Scale TAP! autonomous mobility services to achieve mass adoption.
- Deepen AI capabilities (LLM, active learning, perception) for both vehicle and fleet intelligence.
- Expand global engineering presence (Poland, USA) to attract top talent and serve international markets.

## Why Work Here
- **Mission‑driven**: Work on the future of mobility – SDV, autonomous driving, and AI – at the intersection of automotive and software.
- **Hybrid / Remote Flexibility**: Some roles are listed as “Remote or Hybrid”; many positions at the South Korea HQ are in‑office, while offices in Sunnyvale and Warsaw offer hybrid options. [builtin.com](https://builtin.com/company/42dot)
- **Employee Sentiment**: Employer rating of **3.9 / 5.0** on LinkedIn (24 reviews), with compensation at 3.6, culture at 3.5, and work‑life balance at 3.4. [kr.linkedin.com](https://kr.linkedin.com/company/42dot)
- **Engineering Culture**: Heavy technical workforce (>34% engineers), with talent from top firms like Hyundai Motor, Samsung, Naver, and Kakao.
- **Growth Opportunities**: Rapidly expanding engineering team (18% quarterly job increase), global exposure, and chances to work on cutting‑edge AI and automotive tech.

## Sources
1. [42dot.ai](https://www.42dot.ai/)
2. [42dot.ai Company page](https://42dot.ai/company)
3. [builtin.com – 42dot Careers & Culture](https://builtin.com/company/42dot)
4. [kr.linkedin.com – 42dot Company Profile](https://kr.linkedin.com/company/42dot)
5. [cbinsights.com – 42dot Profile](https://www.cbinsights.com/company/code42ai)

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