Panchami Poonacha

Recruiter

Bangalore Urban, Karnataka, India4 yrs 3 mos experience

Most Likely To SwitchHighly Stable

Key Highlights

Expert in building future-ready teams.
Proven track record in AI and software engineering recruitment.
Recognized for exceeding performance KPIs in hiring.

Stackforce AI infers this person is a specialist in AI and automotive software recruitment.

Contact

panchamipoonacha15@gmail.com LinkedIn

Skills

Core Skills

Technical RecruitingTalent AcquisitionRecruiting

Other Skills

AI expertiseAdvanced sourcing strategiesBoolean SearchBusiness DevelopmentCampus relationsCandidate ManagementCollege RecruitingCompensation NegotiationComputer skillsData AnalysisData ManagementData ValidationDiversity & InclusionDiversity RecruitmentEmployee Relations

About

Spotting Potential. Connecting Talent. Powering Growth. As a Recruitment Specialist, I don’t just fill roles, I build future-ready teams. With deep experience hiring across IT and non-IT landscapes, I lead the full recruitment lifecycle with a blend of strategic insight, data-driven precision, and a passion for people. Whether it’s sourcing top-tier engineers, screening high-impact creatives, or aligning talent with fast-moving business needs, I thrive on finding those rare individuals who don’t just fit the role, but elevate it. My approach is simple: be proactive, stay curious, and connect with purpose. I believe great hires don’t just meet criteria, they spark innovation and fuel long-term growth. If that resonates, let’s connect. Let’s bridge the gap between talent and opportunity. DM me to collaborate, exchange ideas, or explore how we can grow together. #RecruitmentWithPurpose #TechHiring #AIEngineering #StakeholderManagement #BooleanSearchPro #LinkedInTalentSolutions

Experience

Ola electric

3 roles

Senior Talent Acquisition Specialist

Promoted

Apr 2024 – Present · 1 yr 11 mos · On-site

Recruiting for the Future: AI
At Krutrim, I partnered closely with cutting-edge AI teams to build a talent pipeline capable of driving innovation in Artificial General Intelligence and Applied AI.
Key responsibilities included:
Spearheaded end-to-end hiring for high-impact roles including SDEs, SDETs, Research Engineers or Scientists, Principal Engineers, ML Engineers, Data Scientists, Engineering Managers, Chief Architects, Data Engineers (Frontend, Backend, Fullstack, Android, iOS, QA, Speech, Multimodal and Computer Vision, and Generative AI specialists)
Developed and executed targeted sourcing strategies for deeply technical profiles, with a focus on advanced skill sets, AI expertise, and academic research backgrounds.
Collaborated with engineering and research leadership to understand product roadmaps and tech vision, aligning recruitment efforts with long-term innovation goals.
Leveraged advanced Boolean search, passive candidate engagement, and competitive intelligence to attract top-tier AI talent from both industry and academia.

Technical RecruitingData ManagementTalent AcquisitionSourcingBoolean Search

Talent Acquisition Specialist

Promoted

Apr 2022 – Mar 2024 · 1 yr 11 mos · On-site

Vehicle Software & Software Engineering
Played a strategic role in scaling teams that are shaping the future of sustainable mobility through intelligent software systems.
Key responsibilities included:
Drove recruitment for VSW roles such as Embedded Developers, Model Developers, HMI and Connectivity specialists and in Core Engineering roles SDEs, SDETs, Principal Engineers, Engineering & Senior Engineering Managers, Chief Architects, Data Engineers across vehicle software and engineering.
Aligned closely with technical stakeholders to understand EV architecture, embedded systems, connectivity, and full-stack software demands, translating them into effective hiring roadmaps.
Focused on identifying engineers with expertise in real-time systems, performance optimization, scalable architectures, and HMI critical to next-gen electric vehicle development.
Ensured a high-quality candidate experience while reducing time-to-hire through structured interview frameworks and tight stakeholder collaboration.

Talent AcquisitionStakeholder ManagementScreeningVendor ManagementCompensation NegotiationTechnical Recruiting

Talent Acquisition Coordinator

Oct 2021 – Mar 2022 · 5 mos · On-site

Spearheaded end-to-end recruitment for lateral and contractual roles across R&D and non-R&D functions—managing the complete hiring lifecycle from talent sourcing and stakeholder engagement to offer negotiation and onboarding, including relocation support.
Led strategic campus hiring initiatives across all Ola business verticals (Cabs, Cars, Electric, Dash, Finance), fostering strong partnerships with academic institutions and ensuring seamless execution of recruitment drives.
Key Achievements:
Successfully closed 80+ contractual and 60+ lateral positions with an average time-to-fill of 21 days
Secured a 90% conversion rate in campus hiring across Tier 1 and Tier 2 institutions
Consistently recognized by senior leadership for exceeding performance KPIs and driving efficient, cost-effective hiring
Honored as the Youngest Best Performer for delivering high-impact results within tight timelines

Stakeholder EngagementSourcingCandidate ManagementRecruitingTalent PipeliningTalent Acquisition