Nov 2021 – Present · 4 yrs 6 mos · Greater Bengaluru Area

• Building Core Engineering Teams for India’s Boldest Startups | Leadership Hiring| Hiring A+Engineers
• Currently working on the most challenging and rewarding hiring of my career—every single hire feels like a milestone. I specialize in hiring for very early-stage startups, where building from the ground up is the norm, not the exception.
• From identifying exceptional engineering talent to helping scale core teams, I work closely with founders and hiring teams to bring in high-impact talent that fuels innovation and growth. This isn’t just recruitment—it’s startup team building at hyper speed.
• What I Do Best:
• Fast-track hiring for high-growth, early-stage startups
• Build foundational engineering and product teams
• Thrive in ambiguity, hustle, and high-stakes environments
• Deliver quality talent with speed, precision, and passion
• Startups – if you're looking for your first 10x engineer, founding PE, or a full-stack team, I’m here to help you hire the right people—fast.
• Candidates – if you're exploring your next bold move, especially in the startup ecosystem, feel free to reach out with your latest resume. I usually respond within 5 minutes—unless I’m recharging with some well-earned sleep 😄

Sep 2020 – Nov 2021 · 1 yr 2 mos · Greater Bengaluru Area · Hybrid

• Led Multiple Client Accounts | Key Revenue Contributor During COVID-19
• Successfully managed large teams and served as the Single Point of Contact (SPOC) for multiple high-value client accounts. During the peak of the COVID-19 pandemic, I played a pivotal role in driving significant revenue growth within a short time frame, despite highly challenging market conditions.
• Key Achievements:
• Navigated one of the toughest hiring landscapes where candidates strongly preferred remote opportunities and were highly compensation-driven.
• Overcame hiring roadblocks through strategic engagement, strong candidate relationship management, and by aligning client expectations with real-time market dynamics.
• Delivered critical talent solutions and ensured smooth onboarding even in an entirely remote setup.

Apr 2018 – Jun 2020 · 2 yrs 2 mos

• End-to-End Hiring Expert | Built Versa Networks' India Tech Team from the Mid-Ground Up
• As an onsite RPO at Versa Networks, I owned the A-to-Z hiring process—from Admin and Receptionist to Principal Engineers. I partnered closely with Srinivas Dodamani (Head of Engineering) and Zarna Trivedi (Head of HR) to scale the engineering team from scratch and build a strong, diverse talent foundation.
• Key roles hired include Principal Engineer, Backend Engineers (Java/Python), Frontend Engineers (React), Security Engineers (IPSec), DPDK/Data Plane Engineers, DevOps & Cloud Orchestration Engineers, Security Testing Engineers, UI/UX Engineers, Technical Writers, Visual Designers, Graphic Designers, as well as Travel Desk and Office Support roles.
• This was a high-impact, full-spectrum hiring journey where I played a critical role in shaping the company’s India presence—one hire at a time.
• Thanks to the unwavering support from Srinivas (Head of Engineering) and incredible teammates like Anirudh, Murali, and Anurag, I found the strength to keep going. They believed in me when I started to doubt myself, and that belief made all the difference.
• What followed was nothing short of a transformation.
• This wasn’t just recruitment. It was about building dreams, earning trust, and growing stronger with every challenge.
• Today, I look back on that journey with immense gratitude. It taught me that every “no” is just a step closer to the right “yes”—and that with the right team beside you, you can truly do the impossible.

Jan 2017 – Jan 2018 · 1 yr · Bangalore

• First ODC Setup in Bangalore, India| Strategic Hiring | Enterprise IT & Cloud Talent Acquisition
• I played a key role in setting up their first Offshore Development Center (ODC) in Bangalore, India, working closely with the India Head and CTO.
• Key Contributions:
• Spearheaded the end-to-end recruitment of PeopleSoft Technical, Techno-Functional, and Functional Consultants.
• Successfully hired NOC Engineers and System Engineers to support critical infrastructure and operations.
• Utilized iCIMS ATS to streamline and manage the entire recruitment lifecycle efficiently.

Sep 2015 – Mar 2017 · 1 yr 6 mos · Bangalore

• Client Success | Strategic Hiring | Cloud, Big Data & ERP | Diversity & Leadership Hiring
• "Played a key role in turning around the IBM account, moving it from red to green status in just three months through focused execution and team alignment." It made it one of the most successful and high-performing accounts at Orcapod. I was the sole contributor to this turnaround, and my results are backed by documented success metrics.
• Key Contributions:
• Built multiple talent competencies across Cloud, Big Data, ERP, and Infrastructure domains.
• Hired top-tier talent including Business Analysts, Principal Engineers, Technical Leads, Project & Product Managers, and Enterprise Architects.
• Successfully placed Data Scientists and Machine Learning Engineers for cutting-edge projects.
• Drove diversity hiring initiatives, contributing to inclusive talent strategies.
• Maintained strong stakeholder relationships with hiring managers, business leaders, and delivery heads to ensure seamless and strategic talent delivery.
• This experience not only highlights my ability to lead challenging accounts but also demonstrates my strength in building deep talent pipelines across emerging and leadership roles.

May 2014 – Aug 2015 · 1 yr 3 mos · Bangalore

• Diverse Tech Hiring | Talent Consulting | Account Leadership | Strategic Recruitment
• This role marked my first consulting experience after corporate stints at Cibersites and Cognizant, and it was a pivotal move to diversify my recruiting expertise.
• Key Achievements:
• Led hiring for cutting-edge technologies including Big Data, Cloud, IoT, Data Warehousing, Java, SAP, Salesforce, .NET, JD Edwards, Hyperion, Trizetto, and Endeca.
• Played a crucial role in leading UHG (United Health Group) and Cognizant accounts, driving high-quality hiring while generating significant revenue with a lean team of just three members.
• Successfully conducted weekday and weekend drives, enabling faster TAT for niche and high-demand skills.
• Excelled in stakeholder management, building strong relationships with hiring managers and business leaders.
• Passionate about diversity hiring and fostering inclusive teams.
• Mentored junior team members, helping them grow into confident and capable recruiters.
• This experience enriched my consulting capabilities and further strengthened my ability to hire for "super-niche" tech skills across industries.

Jan 2013 – Apr 2014 · 1 yr 3 mos · Bangalore

• I started as a Tech Sourcer for the U.S. hiring team and gradually stepped into a broader Corporate Recruiter role, where I am now leading full-cycle hiring across verticals.
• I contributed significantly to high-impact talent acquisition across diverse domains.
• Key Highlights:
• Reported directly to the Director of India Business and VP of Ciber RPO, USA.
• Hired across multiple domains, including BFSI, Healthcare, and Digital Marketing, supporting both U.S. and India operations.
• Led hiring for Philips Healthcare India, focusing on niche roles such as .NET and PeopleSoft engineers.
• Successfully reduced vendor hiring costs by up to 70% per quarter through strategic sourcing and internal optimization.
• Proficient in Taleo ATS, and tools like Dice, CareerBuilder, and X-ray search techniques.
• Mentored junior recruiters, and managed internal referral programs to enhance candidate pipeline quality.
• Career Growth Path:
• Started as a Sourcer, delivering exceptional results by aggressively sourcing top engineering talent across the U.S.
• Recognized as one of the top performers on the sourcing team.
• Took on a leadership role, managing a small team after my manager’s exit, ensuring business continuity and delivery excellence.
• Grateful to mentors like Shalu Priya for enabling me to master advanced sourcing techniques and shape my early recruitment career.

Jan 2011 – Jan 2012 · 1 yr · Bangalore

• Talent Acquisition | Stakeholder Management | Tech & Infra Hiring | Campus & Lateral Drives
• Key Responsibilities & Achievements:
• Engaged in the lateral hiring function for BFSI domain hiring across India.
• I reported to the practice manager of the Asia Pacific region (now Sr. Director) and collaborated closely with the senior VP of hiring in India.
• Led sourcing and hiring efforts across India for critical roles in Java, SAP, PeopleSoft, .NET, Data Warehousing, and Infrastructure.
• Effectively handled stakeholder management, ensuring smooth coordination with internal business units and delivery heads.
• Conducted weekend hiring drives and on-campus recruitment events, driving high-volume talent acquisition across regions.
• Managed end-to-end offer negotiation, closure, and onboarding processes.
• Proficient in using CHIRE (ATS) for tracking, managing, and streamlining candidate pipelines.
• My role demanded agility, strategic thinking, and strong communication skills to meet aggressive hiring targets in a fast-paced, global environment.

Apr 2009 – Jan 2011 · 1 yr 9 mos · Noida

• "From Technical Support to Talent Acquisition – Navigating volume hiring, driving account growth, and shaping early career milestones. A journey of growth, learning, and people impact."
• Started my career as a Technical Support Engineer, where I quickly made an impact by taking over the TimesJobs.com hiring account. Within just three months, I helped scale the team from 15 to 130 members, contributing to one of the fastest-growing hiring drives at the time.
• Key Highlights:
• Successfully hired for Technical Support and Customer Service roles at scale.
• Played a key role in recruitment for internal projects at Religare Technologies and Religare TechNova, supporting a wide range of operational and tech functions.
• Gained strong foundational experience in volume hiring, client coordination, and working in fast-paced, high-pressure environments.
• This role laid the foundation for my passion for recruitment and built the base for my career in talent acquisition.