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Astera Labs (NASDAQ: ALAB) provides rack-scale AI infrastructure through purpose-built connectivity solutions. By collaborating with hyperscalers and ecosystem partners, Astera Labs enables organizations to unlock the full potential of modern AI. Astera Labs’ Intelligent Connectivity Platform integrates CXL®, Ethernet, NVLink, PCIe®, and UALink™ semiconductor-based technologies with the company’s COSMOS software suite to unify diverse components into cohesive, flexible systems that deliver end-to-end scale-up, and scale-out connectivity. The company’s custom connectivity solutions business complements its standards-based portfolio, enabling customers to deploy tailored architectures to meet their unique infrastructure requirements. Discover more at www.asteralabs.com.
Role Overview
Astera Labs is seeking a Contract Recruiter to join our Talent Acquisition team in San Jose, California. As we continue to scale rapidly to meet the explosive demand for AI infrastructure connectivity solutions, this role will be instrumental in identifying and attracting top-tier talent across the organization.
In this fast-paced, high-impact role, you will partner closely with hiring managers to understand their talent needs and execute full-cycle recruiting strategies. You'll play a critical role in building the teams that are shaping the future of data center connectivity, working on requisitions spanning engineering, operations, and corporate functions. This is an exciting opportunity to join a hyper-growth company at the forefront of the AI revolution.
Key Responsibilities
- Full-Cycle Recruiting
- Manage end-to-end recruitment process from intake to offer acceptance across multiple requisitions
- Source, screen, and assess candidates using creative sourcing strategies and multiple channels
- Deliver an exceptional candidate experience that reflects Astera Labs' culture and values
- Stakeholder Partnership
- Partner with hiring managers to understand role requirements, team dynamics, and hiring priorities
- Provide market insights, compensation benchmarking guidance, and talent landscape intelligence
- Drive weekly hiring syncs and maintain clear communication on pipeline progress
- Process & Operations
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date candidate records in Greenhouse ATS
- Ensure compliance with all hiring policies and procedures
- Contribute to process improvements and recruiting best practices
Basic Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience
- 3+ years of full-cycle recruiting experience, preferably in the technology or semiconductor industry
- Experience with applicant tracking systems (Greenhouse preferred)
- Strong sourcing skills using LinkedIn Recruiter, Boolean search, and other channels
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to manage multiple requisitions in a fast-paced environment
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience recruiting for engineering and technical roles in hardware, firmware, or semiconductor companies
- Background in high-growth startup or scale-up environments
- Familiarity with AI infrastructure, data center, or connectivity technologies
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
- Proven ability to build relationships with hiring managers and candidates alike
Salary range is $50 to $75/hour depending on experience, level, and business need.
We know that creativity and innovation happen more often when teams include diverse ideas, backgrounds, and experiences, and we actively encourage everyone with relevant experience to apply, including people of color, LGBTQ+ and non-binary people, veterans, parents, and individuals with disabilities.
Astera Labs Santa Clara, California, USA Office
Santa Clara, CA, United States, 95054
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