Sr. Recruiter, Field Engineering & FDE
About this role
Databricks builds a unified Data and AI platform relied upon by tens of thousands of organizations to scale data and AI applications, analytics, and agents. The talent acquisition team in London is seeking a Senior Recruiter to drive hiring across the EMEA region for Field Engineering and Forward Deployed Engineering teams during a period of expansion. The person in this role will design practical sourcing strategies, engage passive candidates, partner closely with regional leadership, and use data-driven insights to shape workforce planning and hiring benchmarks.
Candidates joining for this 12-month fixed-term position will handle full-cycle recruitment, build sustainable talent pipelines, and act as a trusted advisor to hiring managers. Successful individuals typically bring a strong background in recruiting technical go-to-market professionals within the software, data, and AI sectors across multiple EMEA markets. Anyone who enjoys influencing senior stakeholders through market intelligence and fostering inclusive interview experiences will thrive in this environment.
What you will do
- Design and execute full-cycle hiring strategies tailored to meet the needs of the Field Engineering and Forward Deployed Engineering teams.
- Develop robust talent pipelines of active and passive candidates to support long-term hiring goals across the EMEA region.
- Partner directly with regional leadership as a trusted advisor by running intake sessions and challenging assumptions regarding role design.
- Utilize market data to guide workforce planning decisions, establish benchmarks, and manage stakeholder expectations during closing phases.
- Drive diversity and inclusion initiatives by reviewing experiential data and ensuring positive interview experiences for every candidate.
What you need
- Significant professional experience in a recruitment environment, preferably in-house within the SaaS, data, and AI software space.
- Proven track record of recruiting go-to-market professionals, specifically pre-sales and post-sales engineers from entry level to director.
- Demonstrated experience building cross-functional partnerships and influencing senior stakeholders using data rather than opinion.
- Practical knowledge of recruiting across multiple EMEA markets while successfully navigating local hiring nuances.
- Prior success in scaling a high-growth software, data, or AI company.
Benefits
- Comprehensive benefits and perks tailored to meet the needs of employees in the region.
Skills and tech stack
Questions candidates ask
What is the duration and type of this employment?
This is a fixed-term position for a period of 12 months, with the possibility of extension. It is based in London, United Kingdom.
Who will I report to in this role?
You will report directly to the Manager, EMEA Talent Acquisition. Your primary focus will be supporting the Field Engineering and Forward Deployed Engineering teams.
What kind of recruiting background is required?
Applicants need significant experience in a recruiting environment, ideally in-house within SaaS, data, and AI software. This includes recruiting go-to-market professionals such as pre-sales and post-sales engineers across multiple EMEA markets.