Shalini Rajput — Recruiter

Dynamic and results-driven Technical Recruiter with 7+ years of experience delivering full-cycle talent acquisition solutions for fast-growing tech startups and global enterprises. I specialize in hiring top-tier talent across Engineering,Product, AI/ML, DevOps, SDET, and SRE functions—consistently exceeding hiring targets and driving recruitment strategies that align with business impact. At Harness, I contributed to 35% of the company’s annual hiring, achieved a 95% offer acceptance rate, and led initiatives like weekend hiring events (reducing time-to-hire by 50%) and IIT campus hiring with a 100% acceptance rate during the 2024-25 season. My expertise includes partnering with hiring managers, creating sourcing strategies, optimizing ATS workflows (Greenhouse, Lever, ICIMS,Ashby), and leveraging tools like HackerRank and CoderPad to enhance candidate quality. I’ve also led employer branding efforts that boosted Harness’s AmbitionBox rating from 2 to 4.5 stars and expanded our digital hiring presence. Recognized as a Top Performer and the ‘Backbone of India TA team'. I’m passionate about creating scalable, inclusive hiring systems and upskilling internal teams through talent programs and interview training. Previously at enWorld, I drove hiring for Fortune 500 clients like AWS, Microsoft, Uber, and Google. I began my journey with Archelons Consulting, supporting clients such as Tech Mahindra and Accenture in building foundational hiring processes. ✅ Core Strengths: Technical & campus recruitment Stakeholder & candidate experience management Employer branding & D&I initiatives Data-driven hiring & recruitment analytics Talent programs & process improvement I bring grit, adaptability, and high EQ to every challenge—thriving in dynamic, consultancy-driven environments. Always open to meaningful connections, collaborations, and new opportunities in global talent acquisition and employer branding. Let’s connect!

Stackforce AI infers this person is a Technical Recruiter specializing in high-growth tech recruitment.

Location: Sunnyvale, California, United States

Experience: 8 yrs 4 mos

Skills

Technical Recruiting
Employer Branding
Process Innovation
Campus Recruitment

Career Highlights

Achieved 95% offer acceptance rate.
Led initiatives reducing time-to-hire by 50%.
Boosted employer branding rating from 2 to 4.5 stars.

Work Experience

Harness

Recruiting Sourcer (6 mos)

Technical Recruiter (3 yrs 4 mos)

Career Break

Personal goal pursuit (7 mos)

en world group

Senior Technical Recruiter (4 mos)

Technical Recruiter (1 yr 6 mos)

ARCHELONS

Human Resources (2 yrs 1 mo)

Education

Master of Business Administration - MBA at APJ Abdul Kalam Technical University

Shalini Rajput

Recruiter

Sunnyvale, California, United States8 yrs 4 mos experience

Most Likely To SwitchHighly Stable

Key Highlights

Achieved 95% offer acceptance rate.
Led initiatives reducing time-to-hire by 50%.
Boosted employer branding rating from 2 to 4.5 stars.

Stackforce AI infers this person is a Technical Recruiter specializing in high-growth tech recruitment.

Contact

c_shalini.rajput@harness.io LinkedIn

Skills

Core Skills

Technical RecruitingEmployer BrandingProcess InnovationCampus Recruitment

Other Skills

Benefits NegotiationCommunicationCorporate RecruitingData-driven hiringDigital MarketingDiversity RecruitmentEmployee EngagementEmployee RelationsExecutive SearchFirst ImpressionsFull Life Cycle RecruitingHR ConsultingHiring PracticesHuman ResourcesHuman Resources (HR)

About

Experience

Harness

2 roles

Recruiting Sourcer

Sep 2025 – Present · 6 mos · Mountain View, California, United States · Hybrid

Technical Recruiter

Sep 2021 – Jan 2025 · 3 yrs 4 mos · Bengaluru, Karnataka, India

At Harness, I transitioned from a Technical Sourcer to a Technical Recruiter, contributing significantly to the company’s hyper-growth and high-quality talent acquisition.
Strategic Hiring Ownership:
Spearheaded 35% of the company's annual hiring by successfully closing high-impact roles across Principal, Staff, Senior Engineers, AI/ML, SDETs, DevOps, Product Managers, and Engineering Managers.
High Offer Acceptance:
Achieved a 95% offer acceptance rate through a candidate-first approach, personalized communication, and end-to-end ownership of the recruitment life cycle.
Process Innovation:
Conceptualized and led weekend hiring events, reducing time-to-hire by 50% and accelerating talent acquisition during high-growth phases.
Campus & Intern Hiring Excellence:
Spearheaded campus and intern hiring across IITs and Tier-1 universities, attaining a 100% acceptance rate from top IITs in the 2024–25 placement season.
Tech Stack & Data Expertise:
Leveraged tools like GreenHouse, Lever, HackerRank, CoderPad, and HiBob to streamline hiring pipelines, analyze bottlenecks, and implement data-backed improvements.
Stakeholder Collaboration:
Partnered with hiring managers and leadership to define talent strategy, provide market insights, and deliver consistent hiring outcomes across functions.
Capability Building & Tool Evaluation:
Designed and facilitated training programs for interviewers and evaluated platforms like HackerEarth, TestGorilla, and CoderPad to align tools with business goals.
Employer Branding Impact:
Led the revamp of Harness’s AmbitionBox page—boosting its rating from 2 to 4.5 stars—and expanded brand visibility through active LinkedIn campaigns and review solicitation.
Fostered inclusive hiring by co-leading global D&I training and integrating diversity-focused practices into sourcing strategies.
Awards & Recognition:
Honored with multiple accolades including:
Top Performer – H1 FY24-25
‘Backbone of India TA Team’
Spotlight Award – FY22-23 Hiring Excellence

Technical SourcingFull Life Cycle RecruitingEmployer BrandingData-driven hiringStakeholder ManagementRecruitment Analytics+1

Career break

Personal goal pursuit

Jan 2025 – Aug 2025 · 7 mos · San Francisco Bay Area

En world group

2 roles

Senior Technical Recruiter

Promoted

Apr 2021 – Aug 2021 · 4 mos · India

Understanding client needs and translating technical requirements into the right hiring strategy.
Build strong talent pipelines by identifying both active and passive candidates through research, networking, and market insights.
Focused on diversity while creating a rich pool of tech talent.
Partnered closely with hiring managers—right from setting expectations to advising on best practices across sourcing, screening, and candidate experience.
Hired for mid to senior-level roles across top tech-driven companies including AWS, Microsoft, Uber, Atlassian, Flipkart, Swiggy, PhonePe, Ola, Rubrik, Zeta, and more.

Technical Recruiter

Oct 2019 – Apr 2021 · 1 yr 6 mos · India

Managed full-cycle recruitment—from sourcing to offer closure. Leveraging advanced Boolean and X-ray searches, I’ve targeted top CS schools, key tech companies, and niche engineering communities to find the right match.
Focused on understanding individual aspirations and career goals, crafting engaging narratives that align their ambitions with what our roles offer.
Assessed candidates not just for tech skills (languages, libraries, frameworks, tools), but also for CS fundamentals, real-world production experience, problem-solving mindset, communication skills, and cultural alignment.
Successfully hired across engineering domains—from frontend, backend, full stack, and platform (distributed systems, REST APIs), to DevOps, SDET, and QA roles.
Also helped clients grow by proactively marketing top candidates to Engineering Leaders—helping uncover hidden hiring needs tied to delivery timelines and team scalability.
Intake calls are a key part of my approach—digging deep into client requirements and tapping into existing networks, referrals, and platforms like LinkedIn to deliver results.

Archelons

Human Resources

Sep 2017 – Oct 2019 · 2 yrs 1 mo · Gurgaon, India

At Archelons, I worked with clients like Tech Mahindra, Rivigo, and Accenture, gaining exposure to diverse industries. I learned full-cycle recruitment—from sourcing to onboarding—while focusing on candidate experience and stakeholder collaboration. I handled bulk tech hiring, built sourcing strategies, and developed strong instincts around talent fit, laying the foundation for success in future high-growth roles.