Saravanaprakash Balakrishnan

Recruiter

India14 yrs 5 mos experience

Key Highlights

  • Drove L6–L7 outbound hiring across ML Engineering.
  • Improved offer acceptance and close velocity.
  • Led DEI hiring initiatives, increasing representation.
Stackforce AI infers this person is a Technical Recruiter specializing in Engineering and AI talent acquisition.

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Skills

Core Skills

Technical RecruitingStrategic SourcingLeadershipTalent ScoutingCandidate Experience

Other Skills

ScreeningCommunicationMentoringProcess Improvement ProjectsDiversity ChampionGlobal RecruitingGlobal Talent AcquisitionTeam ManagementCross-functional CollaborationsStrategic ProgramsRecruitingLinkedIn RecruiterLinkedIn Talent InsightsEmployer BrandingTalent Intelligence

About

Senior Talent Partner specializing in Senior & Staff+ (L5–L7), and Engineering Leadership hiring across Backend, Applied AI / Machine Learning, Frontend, and QA/SDET. I partner with engineering leaders to translate complex, ambiguous hiring needs into clear role narratives, calibrated bars, and efficient interview loops, helping teams hire fast without lowering the bar. My approach blends structured sourcing, stakeholder influence, and disciplined decision-making. Impact highlights: - Drove L6–L7 outbound hiring across ML Engineering Managers, Senior/Staff ML & Applied AI Engineers (LLMs, Generative AI), and Backend EMs, with consistent high-signal shortlist-to-interview conversion - Partnered with hiring managers to improve offer acceptance and close velocity through clear leveling, bar alignment, and compensation storytelling - Built and scaled sourcing playbooks and Boolean strategies that expanded reach into niche talent pools and reduced time spent on low-signal profiles - Strengthened hiring quality through Topgrading, structured debriefs, and talent bar calibration, improving decision confidence and reducing re-loops - Led DEI hiring initiatives, increasing representation across engineering pipelines by broadening sourcing channels and reducing bias in early-stage screens - Supported employer branding and community building, contributing to sustained talent pipelines through in-person and virtual tech events in India I see recruiting as a strategic lever, one that directly impacts team quality, culture, and long-term outcomes.

Experience

14 yrs 5 mos
Total Experience
2 yrs 5 mos
Average Tenure
2 yrs 4 mos
Current Experience

Apollo.io

Senior Technical Recruiter

Jan 2024 – Present · 2 yrs 4 mos · India · Remote

  • Specializing in building high-performing engineering teams across India, Poland, and North America through strategic outbound sourcing.
  • Experienced in hiring for Software Engineering, Machine Learning, and QA roles, from mid-level to senior leadership, with a focus on technical excellence, team fit, and long-term scalability.
ScreeningStrategic SourcingTechnical RecruitingCommunicationCandidate ExperienceMentoring+4

Wind river

Lead Talent Acquisition Partner

Aug 2023 – Jan 2024 · 5 mos · India · Remote

  • (My role was made redundant as part of a broader org restructuring with Aptiv)
  • As the First India TA Lead at Wind River, I drove strategic collaboration by closely aligning with business stakeholders to comprehend their Q3/Q4 2023 hiring needs. I established strong alliances, led change management initiatives, and provided mentorship to the TA team, successfully hiring for key roles and managing over 50 requisitions with efficiency and effectiveness.
Team ManagementLeadershipTechnical RecruitingCross-functional CollaborationsStrategic ProgramsRecruiting+6

Meta

2 roles

Relocation

Apr 2023 – Aug 2023 · 4 mos

  • (My role was made redundant as part of a broader org restructuring, so I had to relocate to India from Singapore along with my family)

Technical Sourcer | APAC & EMEA

Apr 2022 – Apr 2023 · 1 yr

  • As a talent acquisition specialist, I harnessed advanced sourcing techniques to achieve a 40% increase in reach and a 25% improvement in applicant quality. Through strategic talent pipeline development for Core SWE roles, active engagement with prospects, and implementation of diversity sourcing strategies, I consistently delivered a 30% enhancement in selecting top-tier candidates and a 50% increase in diverse hires, contributing to a dynamic and successful placement landscape.
LeadershipCross-functional CollaborationsStrategic ProgramsLinkedIn RecruiterLinkedIn Talent InsightsTalent Scouting+2

Thoughtworks

3 roles

Lead Technical Recruiter

Promoted

Mar 2021 – Apr 2022 · 1 yr 1 mo · Bengaluru, Karnataka, India

  • As a dedicated talent advisor, I significantly improved hiring outcomes, achieving a 30% faster time-to-fill and a 20% increase in successful hires. Through advocating for inclusive practices and leading impactful projects, I enhanced team performance, reduced time-to-hire, and exceeded quarterly targets, demonstrating adaptability in a dynamic market.
LeadershipApplicant Tracking SystemsStrategic SourcingTechnical RecruitingCross-functional CollaborationsStrategic Programs+4

Senior Technical Recruiter

Mar 2017 – Feb 2021 · 3 yrs 11 mos · Bengaluru, Karnataka, India

Candidate ExperienceTalent Intelligence

Technical Recruiter

Mar 2016 – Feb 2017 · 11 mos · Bengaluru, Karnataka, India

Candidate ExperienceTalent Intelligence

Covenant consultants

Lead Executive - Talent Acquisition

Jun 2012 – Mar 2016 · 3 yrs 9 mos · Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India · On-site

  • I have had the privilege of working with esteemed investment banks in the world and start-ups, where I played a key role in scaling engineering and data teams.
  • I developed a deep understanding of the complexities involved in building high-performing teams, fostering innovation, and driving successful outcomes
LeadershipStrategic SourcingStrategic ProgramsConsultingCandidate Experience

Neeyamo enterprise solutions

Associate - Recruitment Operations

May 2011 – May 2012 · 1 yr · Greater Chennai Area

Strategic SourcingCandidate Experience

Education

University of Madras

Master of Business Administration - MBA — Human Resources Management and Services

Jan 2009 – Jan 2011

Bharathidasan University, Tiruchirappalli

Bachelor of Computer Applications - BCA — Mathematics and Computer Science

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