Babita Chauhan

Recruiter

Seattle, Washington, United States12 yrs 9 mos experience
Most Likely To SwitchHighly Stable

Key Highlights

  • Delivered 50+ SDE hires in challenging environment
  • Promoted to L6 Senior Technical Recruiter in one year
  • Mentored over 50 recruiters in strategic sourcing
Stackforce AI infers this person is a Technical Recruiter specializing in AI/ML and Robotics within the Tech industry.

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Skills

Core Skills

Ai/ml Talent AcquisitionTechnical RecruitingDiversity HiringTechnical SourcingQuality AssuranceTeaching

Other Skills

Boomerang RecruitingCandidate ExperienceCollaborationCompute/Platform InfrastructureCurriculum developmentData EngineeringFrontier AIInternational HiringMachine LearningMentorshipPresentation skillsQuality Assurance MethodologiesRecruiting optimizationRobotic and Ai hiringRobotics

About

From teaching computer science to engineering students, to ensuring software quality at Eli Lilly, to now building the teams behind Amazon's most cutting-edge AI and Robotics innovations—my career has been anything but conventional. And that's exactly what makes me effective at what I do. As a Senior Technical Recruiter and Strategy Lead for Frontier AI & Robotics at Amazon, I don't just fill roles—I architect teams that are pushing the boundaries of what's possible in artificial intelligence and robotics. My unique journey through academia and engineering gives me a rare perspective: I understand both the technical depth required for these roles and the human element that makes great teams thrive. **The Impact** In 2023 alone, I delivered 50+ SDE 2 and 3 hires during one of the most challenging hiring environments, including specialized boomerang and international recruiting. Within my first year at Amazon, I earned a rare promotion to L6 Senior Technical Recruiter—a testament to the strategic approach I bring to talent acquisition. But the numbers tell only part of the story. As a Brand Ambassador for Diversity, I've driven the highest number of diverse SDE 2 and 3 hires in my organization. I've mentored over 50 recruiters in strategic tech sourcing, facilitated Amazon's Talent Acquisition Certification Training (TACT), and led cross-functional projects that are now integrated into company-wide best practices. **My Approach** I believe exceptional recruiting is about more than matching skills to job descriptions. It's about understanding career aspirations, recognizing potential, and creating opportunities that transform lives. Whether you're an engineer looking to work on frontier AI problems or a hiring manager building a world-class team, I bring strategic insight, deep technical understanding, and genuine partnership to every conversation. I specialize in AI/ML, Data, Compute/Platform Infrastructure, Technical Program Managers, and Technical Product Managers—with a particular focus on senior-level and hard-to-fill niche roles. **Let's Connect** Whether you're exploring your next career move in AI/ML or building a team that needs exceptional talent, I'd love to hear from you. Reach me at kubabita@amazon.com or send me a message here on LinkedIn. Your next breakthrough opportunity might be just one conversation away.

Experience

Amazon

4 roles

Sr. Technical Leadership Recruiter - Frontier AI & Robotics

Promoted

Jul 2022Present · 3 yrs 8 mos

  • Building the future of AI and Robotics at Amazon by architecting high-performing engineeringp teams for some of the company's most ambitious initiatives.
  • Key Achievements: • Promoted to L6 Senior Technical Recruiter within 12 months - a rare recognition achieved by less than 5% of recruiters, reflecting exceptional strategic impact and delivery excellence
  • Delivered 50+ SDE 2 and SDE 3 hires in 2023 during widespread hiring freezes, specializing in boomerang recruiting and international talent acquisition for critical AI/ML, Data, and Compute/Platform Infrastructure roles
  • Recognized as #1 Tech SDE Recruiter in organization for consecutive years among all Amazon SDE recruiters, consistently exceeding hiring targets while maintaining quality bar
  • Diversity Champion: Served as Brand Ambassador for Diversity program, driving the highest number of diverse SDE 2 and 3 hires across the entire organization through innovative sourcing strategies and inclusive hiring practices
  • Thought Leader & Mentor: Mentored 50+ recruiters in strategic tech sourcing, facilitated Amazon's Talent Acquisition Certification Training (TACT) - now mandatory for all TA professionals - and conducted numerous successful sourcing sessions across AWS, Prime Video, Alexa, and other key organizations
  • Cross-Functional Impact: Led and delivered a significant recruiting optimization project integrated into company-wide ASTA wiki through collaboration with engineering and TA leadership teams
  • Strategic Partnership: Facilitated multiple AI sourcing sessions with Hiring Managers and Engineers, translating complex technical requirements into targeted talent strategies
  • Recognition: Received Top Contributor Award in 2022 and multiple appreciations from Senior Leaders and Directors across various organizations
  • Specializations: Frontier AI, Machine Learning, Robotics, Data Engineering, Compute/Platform Infrastructure, Boomerang Recruiting, International Hiring
Frontier AIMachine LearningRoboticsData EngineeringCompute/Platform InfrastructureBoomerang Recruiting+3

Technical Recruiter

Promoted

Jun 2021Jun 2022 · 1 yr

  • Transitioned from Technical Sourcer to full-cycle recruiter, managing end-to-end recruitment for Software Development Engineers across multiple levels and organizations.
  • Key Contributions: • Successfully managed 40-60 open requisitions simultaneously while maintaining high quality bar and candidate experience standards
  • Partnered with hiring managers across diverse engineering teams to understand technical requirements and build robust talent pipelines
  • Drove candidates through complete recruitment lifecycle from initial screening through offer negotiation and acceptance
  • Developed innovative sourcing strategies that became best practices adopted by broader recruiting team
Technical Recruiting

Technical Sourcer - Hiring Software Engineers (All Levels)

Jul 2020Jun 2021 · 11 mos

  • Built strong talent pipelines for Software Development Engineers across all levels, establishing foundation for future recruiting success.
  • Key Contributions: • Sourced and pre-screened top technical talent for high-priority engineering roles across Amazon's diverse technology landscape
  • Collaborated with recruiting teams to develop targeted sourcing strategies for hard-to-fill senior-level positions
  • Prepared and coached candidates through Amazon's rigorous interview process, ensuring strong candidate experience and high conversion rates
  • Consistently exceeded sourcing targets while maintaining diversity and quality standards
Technical Sourcing

Technical Sourcing Recruiter

Mar 2019Aug 2019 · 5 mos · Greater Seattle Area

  • Launched recruiting career at Amazon within Prime Video recruiting team, building technical talent pipelines for streaming technology initiatives.
  • Key Contributions: • Sourced, pre-screened, and prepared technical candidates for Prime Video engineering roles
  • Guided candidates through Amazon's interview process, ensuring strong preparation and positive experience
  • Developed foundational recruiting skills that enabled rapid career progression within Amazon
Technical Sourcing

Microsoft

Senior Full Life Cycle Technical Recruiter

Aug 2019Jun 2020 · 10 mos · Redmond

  • Managed comprehensive recruiting operations for diverse engineering teams, delivering high-quality Software Development Engineer hires across all levels.
  • Key Responsibilities & Achievements: • End-to-end recruitment ownership for 40-60 concurrent open positions, partnering closely with hiring managers across multiple engineering teams to understand technical needs and team dynamics
  • Diversity pipeline development: Collaborated with sourcing teams to build strong, diverse candidate pipelines through weekly strategic sourcing efforts targeting senior-level engineering talent
  • Full-cycle management: Drove candidates through entire recruitment journey - from initial screenings and onsite interview coordination to offer extension, compensation negotiation, and final acceptance
  • Stakeholder partnership: Built trusted relationships with engineering leadership, providing market insights and talent strategy recommendations to inform hiring decisions
  • Successfully balanced high-volume recruiting with quality standards, ensuring positive candidate experience and strong hiring outcomes
Technical Recruiting

Eli lilly and company

Quality Assurance Engineer

Jan 2012Jun 2014 · 2 yrs 5 mos · Indianapolis, Indiana

  • Ensured software quality and reliability for pharmaceutical technology systems through comprehensive testing and quality assurance processes.
  • Key Responsibilities: • Conducted system testing for critical pharmaceutical software applications using Worksoft Certify and Toad
  • Collaborated with development teams to identify, document, and resolve software defects
  • Developed and executed comprehensive test plans ensuring compliance with pharmaceutical industry standards
  • Contributed to successful deployment of multiple software releases supporting drug development and manufacturing operations
  • Technical Skills Applied: System Testing, Worksoft Certify, Toad, Quality Assurance Methodologies
System TestingWorksoft CertifyToadQuality Assurance MethodologiesQuality Assurance

Ngf college of engineering & technology

Assistant Professor Of Computer Science

Jan 2007Jun 2011 · 4 yrs 5 mos · Greater Delhi Area

  • Educated and mentored engineering students in computer science fundamentals, developing strong communication and teaching skills that later translated to recruiting success.
  • Key Contributions: • Taught computer science courses to undergraduate engineering students, breaking down complex technical concepts into accessible learning modules
  • Mentored students on career development and technical skill building
  • Developed curriculum materials and assessment frameworks
  • Built foundation in technical knowledge and communication skills that proved invaluable in technical recruiting career
  • Skills Developed: Technical communication, mentorship, curriculum development, presentation skills, understanding of engineering education and career paths
Technical communicationMentorshipCurriculum developmentPresentation skillsTeaching

Education

Al-Falah University

Master of Engineering - MEng — Computer Science

Jan 2009Jan 2011

PDM College of Engineering - India

Bachelor of Engineering - BE — Information Technology

Jan 2002Jan 2006

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