Technical Lead Recruiter
UpworkLisbon, Portugal
Posted December 21, 2025
Full Time
About the Company
Upwork Inc.’s (Nasdaq: UPWK) family of companies connects businesses with global, AI-enabled talent across every contingent work type including freelance, fractional, and payrolled.
Job Description
We’re looking for a Senior Technical Recruiter based in Lisbon, Portugal who will help scale our AI, engineering, and product organizations by identifying, engaging, and hiring exceptional talent across complex technical domains.
Requirements
- Lead full-cycle recruiting for AI, engineering, and product roles
- Build and maintain strong partnerships with hiring managers
- Develop sourcing strategies that reach diverse and specialized talent communities
- Assess candidate skills and experience through structured recruiting practices
- Manage pipelines proactively by tracking progress, escalating risks, and enabling visibility across stakeholders
- Represent Upwork’s mission and values while delivering an exceptional candidate experience
- Coach peers and support cross-functional recruiting initiatives
Benefits
- Competitive benefits
- Generous Paid Time Off
- 401k Matching
- Retirement Plan