About us
PhysicsX is a deep-tech company with roots in numerical physics and Formula One, dedicated to accelerating hardware innovation at the speed of software. We are building an AI-driven simulation software stack for engineering and manufacturing across advanced industries. By enabling high-fidelity, multi-physics simulation through AI inference across the entire engineering lifecycle, PhysicsX unlocks new levels of optimization and automation in design, manufacturing, and operations — empowering engineers to push the boundaries of possibility. Our customers include leading innovators in Aerospace & Defense, Materials, Energy, Semiconductors, and Automotive.
The RoleFollowing a period of exceptional growth, we are expanding our Talent function and seeking a Technical Sourcer to play a pivotal role in scaling our organisation. Working closely with leaders across all business verticals, you will shape and deliver a high-quality, data-driven recruitment experience that supports our ambitious hiring plans. You'll largely work on technical roles across our Product and Delivery roles. Typical roles you'd hire for are Data Scientists, Software Engineers, Machine Learning Engineer, and Simulation Engineers.
We're looking for someone with a strong sourcing mindset who has opinions on how to reach out and attract the top 1% of talent. This is a multifaceted role for someone who thrives in fast-moving environments, enjoys building strong partnerships, and is excited by the opportunity to influence how a scaling startup attracts and evaluates world-class talent.
What you'll do
- Manage the end-to-end recruitment process, including job postings, candidate screening, interview scheduling, and offer delivery.
- Coordinate and communicate with candidates and hiring managers to ensure a smooth interview process.
- Ensure a positive and engaging candidate experience from application through onboarding.
- Maintain and update our Applicant Tracking System (ATS) with accurate candidate information and status updates.
- Assist in sourcing and identifying potential candidates through various channels, including job boards, social media, and networking events.
- Conduct initial phone screens to assess candidate fit and interest
- Help with branding activities such as blog posts, events, and maintaining social media
What the ideal candidate looks like
- 2-5 years of experience in recruitment either in-house, RPO
- Experience hiring, Software Engineers, Machine Learning Engineers and other Deep Tech positions
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- High attention to detail and a proactive approach to problem-solving
- Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team
- Ability and interest to work with quantitative data
- A positive attitude and a willingness to learn and grow within the role
- High interest in technology and AI
What we offer
Build what actually matters
Help shape an AI-native engineering company at a formative stage, tackling problems that genuinely matter for industry and society. This is work with real-world impact - and something you can be proud to stand behind.
Learn alongside exceptional people
Work with a high-caliber, collaborative team of engineers, scientists, and operators who care deeply about doing great work, and about helping each other get better. We come from diverse backgrounds, but we share a commitment to operating at the highest level and addressing some of the most complex challenges out there. If you’re ambitious, thoughtful, and driven by impact, you’ll feel at home.
Influence over hierarchy
We operate with a flat structure: good ideas win - wherever they come from. Questioning assumptions and challenging the status quo isn’t just welcomed, it’s expected.
Sustainable pace, long-term ambition
Building meaningful technology is a marathon, not a sprint. We believe in balancing focused, ambitious work with a life beyond it. Our hybrid model blends time together in our Shoreditch office with work-from-home days, giving you the flexibility to work sustainably while staying connected in person.
And it doesn’t stop there …
🚀Equity options - share meaningfully in the company you’re helping to build.
🏦10% employer pension contribution - because investing in future matters.
🍽️Free office lunches - to keep you energised and focused.
👶Enhanced parental leave - 3 months full pay paternity and 6 months full pay maternity leave, to provide extra flexibility during the moments that matter most.
🍼YellowNest nursery scheme - to help working parents manage childcare costs.
☀️ 25 days of Annual Leave (+ Public Holidays) - because taking time to rest matters.
🏥Private medical insurance - 100% employee cover, giving you complete peace of mind.
💪Wellhub Subscription - gain access to thousands of gyms, classes and wellness apps, supporting both physical and mental wellbeing.
👀Eye tests - because good work depends on good health.
📈Personal development - dedicated support for learning, development, and leveling up over time.
💛Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) - confidential wellbeing support, available whenever you need it.
🚲Bike2Work scheme and 🚆Season ticket loan - to make getting to work easier and greener.
🚗Octopus EV salary sacrifice - for a simpler, more sustainable way to drive electric.
🔎 Watch this space, we’re continuing to build this as we grow…
We value diversity and are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of sex, race, religion, ethnicity, nationality, disability, age, sexual orientation or gender identity. We strongly encourage individuals from groups traditionally underrepresented in tech to apply. To help make a change, we sponsor bright women from disadvantaged backgrounds through their university degrees in science and mathematics. We collect diversity and inclusion data solely for the purpose of monitoring the effectiveness of our equal opportunities policies and ensuring compliance with UK employment and equality legislation. This information is confidential, used only in aggregate form, and will not influence the outcome of your application.
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