Freelance Talent Acquisition Partner (Commission-Based)

IMPORTANT: Only considering candidates located in Latin America. Applications outside LATAM will not be considered.

About Empirical

Empirical empowers early and growth stage tech companies to create the right products in the right way by providing two pivotal services:

Product & Technology Leadership: Our clients entrust critical decisions to our network of top-tier US-based CTOs and CPOs. We provide fractional, project, or advisory based support, combining highly experienced talent with a flexible approach.

Product Development Teams: We provide our clients with high performing, senior product development talent through a scalable staff augmentation model and ongoing support. We focus on Latin America to find exceptional talent, with time zone and cultural compatibility.

We are proud to be a people first company, where we prioritize building meaningful, long lasting human connections with clients and team members alike, while embracing diversity and uniqueness. With this foundation and our focus on talent, we help create great products that people love.

Our Values

People First – Building authentic human connections is our top priority.

Add Value Always – We push the needle forward in every interaction.

Integrity & Transparency – We prioritize long-term relationships over short-term gains.

Have Fun – We love what we do, and we enjoy doing it!

The Opportunity

As we continue to grow, we are expanding our network of Freelance Talent Acquisition Partners to help us identify and engage top-tier software engineers and technical talent across Latin America.

This is a commission-based independent contractor role — USD 1,000 per successful hire. It’s ideal for experienced recruiters who value autonomy, flexibility, and partnership with a trusted U.S.-based team.

We’re looking for recruiters with an existing network of senior engineers across LATAM and a proven ability to connect high-quality talent efficiently. You’ll collaborate closely with Empirical’s internal recruiting team to source, qualify, and refer top candidates for our U.S. startup clients. Typical roles include Backend, Full Stack, Data, and Tech Lead positions.

What You’ll Do

Source and engage senior-level engineers and technical talent across LATAM.

Pre-qualify candidates for English fluency, technical alignment, and cultural fit.

Maintain regular communication with the Empirical recruiting team.

Submit vetted candidates using our standardized process and templates.

Track candidate progress and stay aligned with open roles and client priorities.

What We’re Looking For

5+ years in Talent Acquisition, including 3+ years in technical recruitment.

Proven success sourcing LATAM talent for U.S. or global clients.

Established network of senior engineers and technical professionals across LATAM, and the ability to quickly engage new talent through trusted relationships.

Strong understanding of roles like Full Stack, Backend, Frontend, DevOps, and Data Engineering.

Expertise with sourcing tools such as LinkedIn Recruiter, Boolean search, GitHub, or HireEZ.

Fluent in English and Spanish.

Highly organized, proactive, and comfortable working independently.

Why Join Us?

High-Trust Collaboration: Partner with a leading U.S. recruiting firm recognized for its precision and professionalism.

Autonomy: Work remotely, manage your time, and focus on what you do best — connecting great people with great opportunities.

Transparent Process: Clear communication, standardized candidate templates, and fast feedback loops.

Ongoing Opportunities: Access to multiple active roles with strong hiring demand.

If you’re a seasoned recruiter passionate about connecting top LATAM talent with world-class U.S. startups — and you value flexibility, autonomy, and partnership — we’d love to connect with you.