Outbound Talent Sourcer (Recruiting SDR)

ABOUT RETELL AIRetell AI is using first-principles thinking to reimagine the call center with cutting-edge voice AI. Thousands of companies now use Retell's AI voice agents to handle sales, support, and logistics calls that once required large teams of human agents. Backed by Y Combinator, Alt Capital, and other leading investors, we've scaled to $80M in ARR with a team of 50, up from $5M at the start of 2025, and are now valued at over $1.5B.Our vision for 2026 is to build a modern CX platform where entire contact centers are powered by AI. Instead of basic automation that needs constant human tuning, we're creating intelligent AI “workers” that act as frontline agents, QA analysts, and managers, continuously executing, monitoring, and improving every customer interaction.We're growing fast and looking for ambitious builders who want to tackle hard technical problems, move quickly, and have a real impact on one of the fastest-growing voice AI companies in the world.Let's build the future together.Recent recognition:No. 1 Best Places to Work in the Bay Area, San Francisco Business Times 2026Top 50 AI Apps, a16z (2025)#3 Fastest-Growing Software Company, G2 Best Software Awards 2026Best Agentic AI Software, G2 Best Software Awards 2026#4 Fastest-Growing Software Vendor, Brex Benchmark 2025Enterprise Tech 30 Class of 2026, Nasdaq & Wing VCTop-Ranked Startup, Lean AI LeaderboardBacked by Y CombinatorAbout the RoleWe’re looking for a relentless outbound sourcer who approaches recruiting like a great SDR approaches pipeline.This is not a passive recruiting or coordination role. Your job is to find exceptional candidates, get their attention, and consistently create qualified pipeline for Retell’s highest-priority roles.You’ll use LinkedIn Recruiter, Juicebox, Ashby, automation, and creative research methods to reach candidates others miss. You’ll have clear weekly goals and will be measured by qualified candidates generated, response rates, conversion, and speed.What You’ll DoBuild outbound pipelines for technical and go-to-market rolesConsistently generate qualified candidates for recruiters and hiring managersCreate targeted searches, talent maps, and personalized outreach campaignsUse Juicebox, LinkedIn Recruiter, Ashby, and automation to increase outputTest messaging, channels, and search strategies to improve conversionFollow up persistently and find creative ways to engage difficult-to-reach candidatesTrack outreach, responses, conversions, and pipeline healthAdjust quickly when a search or message is not producing resultsKeep candidate records and sourcing data accurate in AshbyOwn results rather than waiting for directionWhat We’re Looking ForAt least two years of high-volume outbound sourcing, recruiting, executive search, agency recruiting, or SDR experienceA track record of hitting measurable outreach or pipeline goalsStrong candidate research and written outreach skillsComfort working with ambitious weekly activity and conversion targetsExperience with LinkedIn Recruiter; Juicebox and Ashby experience is preferredHigh urgency, persistence, and attention to detailAbility to work independently and change direction quicklyComfortable working full-time Pacific Time hoursHow Success Is MeasuredQualified candidates added to priority pipelinesOutreach response and conversion ratesSpeed in building pipeline for new rolesAccuracy and organization in AshbyConsistent achievement of weekly sourcing goalsJob DetailsThis is a full-time, 1099 contractor position.The role can be remote if you are available to work Pacific Time hours, or onsite at our Redwood City office.Compensation ranges from approximately $2,150–$4,250 USD per month.Final compensation will depend on your experience and location.Interview ProcessIntroductory Call: A brief conversation about your background, sourcing experience, and interest in Retell AI.Sourcing Deep Dive: A hands-on discussion or exercise focused on how you would build a sourcing strategy, use automation, and develop a qualified candidate pipeline for a specific role.Offer