Talent Programs Specialist

CoreWeave is The Essential Cloud for AI™. Built for pioneers by pioneers, CoreWeave delivers a platform of technology, tools, and teams that enables innovators to build and scale AI with confidence. Trusted by leading AI labs, startups, and global enterprises, CoreWeave combines superior infrastructure performance with deep technical expertise to accelerate breakthroughs and turn compute into capability. Founded in 2017, CoreWeave became a publicly traded company (Nasdaq: CRWV) in March 2025. Learn more at  www.coreweave.com . About the Role CoreWeave is growing fast, and we're looking for a Talent Programs Specialist to join our Talent Acquisition team. This role sits within the Talent Operations function, partnering closely with the Senior Talent Program Manager to help scale talent programs, recruiting initiatives, and event-driven hiring across the company. This is a highly collaborative role that blends talent programs, pipeline strategy, event execution, and recruiting operations . You'll help build and engage talent communities across Engineering, Data Center Operations, Go-to-Market, Corporate Functions, and more while creating programs that support hiring at every stage of the candidate journey. This is an exciting opportunity for someone who enjoys bringing people, programs, and recruiting strategy together while helping shape how CoreWeave attracts talent as we continue to scale. What You'll Do Talent Programs & Pipeline Strategy Build and grow talent communities that support hiring across a variety of business functions, including Engineering, Data Center Operations, Go-to-Market, and Corporate teams Partner with Recruiters, Hiring Managers, and Talent Acquisition leadership to understand hiring priorities and develop proactive pipeline strategies Create and execute initiatives that engage prospective candidates through recruiting programs, networking opportunities, events, and strategic outreach Help translate talent engagement into hiring outcomes by maintaining strong candidate relationships and ensuring seamless transitions into recruiting processes Track talent pipeline activity and engagement metrics to identify opportunities for continuous improvement Talent Programs & Events Plan and execute recruiting events, networking opportunities, conferences, career fairs, university programs, and other talent initiatives Coordinate logistics for virtual and onsite events, including communications, scheduling, vendors, and event materials Partner with internal stakeholders to deliver exceptional candidate experiences across all recruiting touchpoints Represent CoreWeave at recruiting events and industry programs, strengthening our employer brand and expanding our talent network Identify new opportunities to engage talent through creative programming and partnerships Talent Operations Partner closely with Recruiters across multiple business functions to support hiring initiatives and talent programs Maintain accurate recruiting data and reporting across Greenhouse, Gem, and project management tools Help improve recruiting processes, talent programs, and operational workflows as the organization scales Support cross-functional Talent Acquisition initiatives and special projects as business needs evolve Who You Are 3+ years of experience in Talent Acquisition, recruiting programs, recruiting operations, employer branding, talent communities, campus recruiting, or a related field Experience supporting hiring initiatives across multiple business functions in a fast-paced environment Strong project management and organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously Excellent communication and relationship-building skills with candidates and internal stakeholders Experience coordinating recruiting events, talent programs, or employer branding initiatives Familiarity with Greenhouse, Gem, LinkedIn Recruiter, Asana, or similar recruiting technology Curious, proactive, and excited to build scalable talent programs in a high-growth environment Preferred: Experience sourcing for technical roles (engineering, infrastructure, or cloud-related roles) Exposure to early careers programs, internships, or university partnerships Experience supporting or executing recruiting events or employer branding initiatives Familiarity with talent analytics or using data to inform sourcing strategies Why You Might Thrive Here You enjoy building pipelines and creating meaningful candidate experiences You’re curious about new sourcing strategies, tools, and market trends You’re data-driven and continuously refine your approach based on results You bring a collaborative, high-energy approach to both internal and external interactions Why CoreWeave? At CoreWeave, we work hard, have fun, and move fast. We’re in an exciting stage of hyper-growth, and we’re not afraid of a little chaos — we’re constantly learning and evolving. Our core values guide how we work and grow: Be Curious at Your Core Act Like an Owner Empower Employees Deliver Best-in-Class Client Experiences Achieve More Together This is a contract position based in Sunnyvale, CA , with an hourly rate between $65-$75/hr based on experience. What We Offer The range we’ve posted represents the typical compensation range for this role. To determine actual compensation, we review the market rate for each candidate which can include a variety of factors. These include qualifications, experience, interview performance, and location. In addition to a competitive salary, we offer a variety of benefits to support your needs. The benefits below reflect our US-based offerings for full-time employees; for roles in other locations, benefits vary and are shared during the hiring process. These include: Medical, dental, and vision insurance - 100% paid for by CoreWeave Company-paid Life Insurance  Voluntary supplemental l