Shrikrishna R.

Co-Founder

Pune, Maharashtra, India6 yrs 11 mos experience

AI EnabledAI ML Practitioner

Key Highlights

Expert in building inclusive hiring processes
Proven track record in scaling teams rapidly
Strong focus on aligning talent with company culture

Stackforce AI infers this person is a SaaS Talent Acquisition Leader with a focus on strategic hiring and team growth.

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Skills

Core Skills

Talent AcquisitionHiring StrategyEmployer Branding

Other Skills

Artificial Intelligence (AI)Artificial Intelligence for BusinessComputer EthicsCross-functional Team LeadershipDiversity Program DevelopmentEntrepreneurshipExecutive SearchFinancial LiteracyGenerative AILeadership HiringNatural Language Processing (NLP)Niche Talent AcquisitionOrganizational LeadershipRecruitingStaff Augmentation

About

Passionate about connecting individual with career defining opportunities. At Avalara, I lead Talent Acquisition with a focus on empathy, speed, and clarity. I believe great hiring is about more than just filling roles - it's about elevating experiences, aligning values, and building trust. * Here’s what you can expect if we connect: * - Meaningful conversations - Timely feedback and real insights into the process - Transparency, always Whether you're actively exploring new opportunities or simply curious about what's out there, I’m here to listen. Let’s chat about your goals, trends in the hiring space, or what makes a great team. 📩 DM me or drop a note at shrikrishna [dot] rukme [@] avalara [dot] com

Experience

Avalara india

Senior Manager Talent Acquisition

May 2025 – Present · 10 mos · Pune, Maharashtra, India · Hybrid

I lead hiring for Avalara’s Customer and Compliance Organization (CCO), focusing on finding great people who are passionate about helping customers and simplifying complex processes. I work closely with leaders to understand their goals and bring in talent that fits both the role and our culture.
Right now, I'm hiring across customer experience, business excellence, professional services, implementation, support, and compliance operations. I care deeply about creating a thoughtful and inclusive candidate experience where people feel valued every step of the way.

Talent AcquisitionHiring StrategyCross-functional Team LeadershipEmployer Branding

Next generation innovation recruitment services

Talent Advisor

Sep 2024 – Apr 2025 · 7 mos · Dubai, United Arab Emirates · Remote

Hired for critical roles in the defense sector, sourcing talent from around the world. It was a valuable experience that taught me not just new skills, but also deep insights into people and diverse cultures.

Hirehub talent consulting

Founder

Jan 2024 – Apr 2025 · 1 yr 3 mos · Pune, Maharashtra, India · On-site

We were a boutique consulting firm passionate about helping technology firms hire the right talent, because we believed building great teams was the heart of every successful business.
We crafted tailored hiring solutions to match each client’s unique needs, making the recruitment process smooth, efficient, and human.
It was a wonderful journey, and if you'd like to connect or collaborate in the future, feel free to reach out at shri@hirehub.in

Sequoia consulting group

Director, Talent Acquisition

Oct 2022 – Oct 2023 · 1 yr · Bengaluru, Karnataka, India · Remote

Led Talent Acquisition to support the growth of an AI-powered Total People Investment (TPI) platform, built for people-first, mission-driven organizations.
Managed end-to-end hiring across India and the US, creating and executing recruitment strategies to build strong, cross-functional teams.
Improved candidate experience and hiring efficiency by simplifying processes and building strong relationships with hiring managers.
Worked closely with senior leaders—including the VP of People, CTO, and CPO—to ensure hiring aligned with business goals and company values.
Personally hired for critical and niche roles such as Director of Product Management, Senior Data Scientists, UI/UX Designers, and Data Engineers, helping drive key product and business outcomes.
Established TA as a strategic partner helping the company attract top talent and scale effectively in a fast-growing, tech-focused environment.

RecruitingTalent ManagementEmployer BrandingHiring StrategyTalent Acquisition

Mindbody

Senior Manager, Recruiting

Feb 2020 – Nov 2022 · 2 yrs 9 mos · Pune, Maharashtra, India · Hybrid

Led Talent Acquisition for Mindbody’s India GCC, reporting directly to the Senior Director in the UK.
Developed and implemented effective hiring strategies that grew the India team from 30 to over 300 employees in less than three years.
Used a data-driven approach to improve hiring decisions, optimize forecasting, and align recruitment with business growth.
Launched key employer branding initiatives to strengthen Mindbody’s presence in the tech talent market and attract top-tier candidates.

RecruitingUniversity RecruitmentEmployer BrandingTalent Acquisition

Silicus, an infogain company

Deputy Manager, Talent Acquisition

Dec 2018 – Feb 2020 · 1 yr 2 mos · Pune, Maharashtra, India · On-site

Managed end-to-end recruitment operations, leading a team of 8 (5 FTEs and 3 contractors) while ensuring seamless hiring delivery and strong stakeholder partnerships.
Supervised all aspects of hiring—from team leadership and process optimization to candidate experience and collaboration with hiring managers.
Introduced new ideas and innovative practices to improve how talent was attracted, assessed, and hired, driving overall TA transformation.
Led the team to consistently meet recruitment goals, manage hiring costs, apply best practices, and maintain accurate data for reporting and analysis.
Focused on hiring skilled tech professionals across .NET, Java, Cloud, iOS, Android, Xamarin, Ruby, and QA, supporting rapid and quality tech team growth.
Played a key role in the due diligence process during the Infogain acquisition, supporting leadership with critical talent insights.

Talent AcquisitionTeam ManagementCross-functional Team Leadership