Abu Dhabi Emirate, United Arab Emirates
Talent Acquisition Leader with 10+ years’ experience across fintech, Big Tech, and deep-tech research environments. Currently serving as Talent Acquisition Manager for a robotics venture in the UAE. Previously led global hiring for AI and Robotics at Technology Innovation Institute (TII), supporting cutting-edge domains including humanoid robotics, advanced engineering, and artificial intelligence. Specialist in hiring world-class engineers, scientists, PhDs, and senior leadership talent across EMEA and global markets. Proven track record in building scalable talent pipelines, partnering with C-level stakeholders, and delivering hiring strategies for highly technical and niche roles. Former Technical Recruiting Manager at Klarna, leading regional hiring across engineering, product, and data. Additional experience includes supporting organizations such as Stripe, Google, and Delivery Hero. Core expertise: AI & Robotics Hiring | Deep Tech | Executive Search | Talent Strategy | Global Scaling | Stakeholder Management | Diversity Hiring Passionate about building high-impact teams that drive innovation.
Promoted to Talent Acquisition Manager within 9 months, leading recruitment for a new Robotics venture. Focused on building world-class teams across AI, robotics, and advanced engineering, with responsibility for both technical and business functions.
I specialize in recruiting world-class engineers and researchers for the Technology Innovation Institute (TII), a semi-government research institute under the Advanced Technology Research Council (ATRC). Our world-class research centers focus on: ✨ Quantum Computing – pioneering next-generation quantum technologies ✨ Artificial Intelligence – developing AI solutions at scale ✨ Autonomous Robotics – redefining robotics and autonomy ✨ Renewable & Sustainable Energy – innovating for a greener future ✨ Propulsion & Aerospace – pushing the limits of aerospace innovation ✨ Secure Systems – advancing cybersecurity and cryptography Key Focus Areas: Designing and executing tailored recruitment strategies for highly specialized scientific and technical roles. Building global talent pipelines through partnerships with top universities, research labs, and professional communities. Engaging PhD holders, post-doctoral researchers, and senior-level experts from emerging technology sectors. Conducting competency-based interviews and collaborating with research leaders to develop assessment frameworks. Promoting TII as a world-leading research institution through targeted campaigns and global outreach initiatives. With 1,300+ employees from 85+ nationalities, TII offers a unique opportunity for professionals to drive innovation at the intersection of science and technology while contributing to Abu Dhabi’s growing global research ecosystem.
As a Lead Tech Recruiter at HungerStation, I specialize in scaling high impact Tech and Product teams across Saudi Arabia and the UAE. I work closely with our CTO and CPO to align hiring strategies with business goals, ensuring every hire moves the needle. From backend engineers to senior product managers, I drive end-to-end recruitment , sourcing, interviewing, and closing with a focus on speed, precision, and a standout candidate experience. I’m passionate about structured hiring, talent mapping, and building recruitment processes that support fast-paced, high-growth environments.
Promoted within two months of joining, I’m an experienced Recruiting Manager passionate about finding top-tier talent and building teams that drive real business impact. Currently leading a team of 8 recruiters, I focus on scaling Engineering functions with precision, speed, and a deep understanding of the tech landscape. Revamped the complete Engineering recruitment in Klarna to allow us to recruit and build at scale from Front End to Back End and Full Stack. With several years in recruitment, I’ve developed a sharp eye for identifying and retaining exceptional talent. I take pride in mentoring my team, fostering a culture of excellence, and creating hiring strategies that align with long-term organizational goals. Whether it's developing scalable hiring frameworks or closing key roles in competitive markets, I bring energy, structure, and results to every part of the recruiting process.
Working as a Senior Tech Recruiter with a focus on Software Engineering roles across the EMEA region. In my first two months, I've hit the ground running partnering closely with hiring managers to build strong engineering teams across multiple markets. I specialize in full-cycle recruitment, from sourcing top-tier developers to managing structured interview processes and delivering a standout candidate experience. With a strong grasp of the EMEA tech talent landscape, I'm focused on driving quality hires while supporting rapid business growth.
As a Senior Go-To-Market Recruiter hiring technical and non-technical profiles across EMEA, I partnered closely with C-level leadership to build high-performing teams in several GTM domains. My role was pivotal in identifying and acquiring top-tier talent in a fast-paced, competitive tech landscape. A standout achievement during my time was the creation and global rollout of Stripe Meet , a candidate experience initiative that is now a company wide standard at Stripe. This project was designed to elevate how we engage, inform, and support candidates throughout the interview process, significantly improving the overall experience. I act as the bridge between our evolving hiring needs and exceptional talent combining a deep understanding of tech industry trends, emerging skill sets, and cultural dynamics to source, assess, and attract the right individuals. My focus remains on quality, impact, and long-term team success.
I focus on scaling Google Cloud’s presence across Europe, the Middle East, and Africa, partnering with senior leadership to hire top-tier talent across both go-to-market and technical infrastructure teams. I’ve led hiring for a wide range of roles, including: ✅ Logistics and Sales Engineering ✅ Customer Deployment, Professional Services, and Technical Support ✅ Operations and Data Center Infrastructure roles across EMEA In addition to driving full-cycle recruitment, I actively represented Google at industry events and recruitment initiatives across EMEA, where I spoke and presented on hiring best practices and market insights. 🏆 Recognized as a top performer on my team, I was promoted after 6 months and received a 'Superb' performance rating awarded to only the top 5% globally at my level. With a strategic mindset, deep market knowledge, and a passion for candidate experience, I bridge business needs with exceptional talent to support Google Cloud’s continued growth across diverse markets.