Senior Director Consulting at SmartSoC Solutions Pvt Ltd (2026-01 – 2026-04)
- Led strategic consulting initiatives focused on Talent Acquisition and Management for specialized engineering sectors.
- Advised on workforce optimization and high-level recruitment strategies to meet technical growth demands.
- Developed frameworks for employee lifecycle management and leadership development within the semiconductor industry.
- Collaborated with executive stakeholders to align human capital strategies with long-term business goals.
Vice President, HR & Operations at LeadSoc Technologies Pvt Ltd (2024-08 – 2025-11)
- Directed and managed the entire HR Operations and strategic initiatives, reporting directly to the Board.
- Led organizational design and workforce planning to support rapid business growth and operational stability.
- Ensured full compliance with international labor laws and implemented updated HR policies and procedures.
- Provided executive-level decision-making on talent management, payroll, and operational efficiency.
- Fostered a positive and motivating work environment, empowering employees to reach their full potential.
General Manager HR (Global Semico Vertical) at Quest Global, Bengaluru (2022-10 – 2024-07)
- Led full-spectrum Talent Management for 2,000+ Semiconductor professionals across multiple global regions.
- Implemented strategic HR policies, building robust Talent Acquisition, Engagement, and Retention frameworks.
- Benchmarked global compensation, benefits, and recognition programs to maintain market competitiveness.
- Championed successful engagement initiatives, achieving high employee satisfaction and retention of top-tier talent.
- Managed the HR integration process following corporate acquisitions to ensure cultural and operational alignment.
Associate Director, HR & Operations at Synapse Design (a Quest Global company) (2010-05 – 2022-10)
- Employee #1: Built the India HR function from the ground up, overseeing the entire operations of the company.
- Scaled the engineering team from a single hire to 500+ engineers, managing entire India operations.
- Proven track-record of building and retaining high-performing engineering teams in the semiconductor sector.
- Developed and oversaw operational budgets, payroll, and administrative functions for the India site.
- Built strong relationships with technical leads to align recruitment with specialized engineering requirements.
- Designed and implemented performance management systems that increased overall workforce productivity.
Human Resources at General Electric, Bengaluru (2007-07 – 2007-12)
- Supported HR functions within a fast-paced, multinational corporate environment at a Fortune 500 company.
- Assisted in talent coordination, candidate screening, and employee lifecycle management.
Human Resources at Synapse Design Inc., San Jose, USA (2004-09 – 2006-04)
- Managed HR duties for the US headquarters, focusing on technical recruitment and local compliance in Silicon Valley.
- Collaborated with leadership to align HR strategies with industry-standard benefits and compensation.
Member of Technical Staff at CG Smith, Bengaluru (2000-10 – 2004-08)
- Leveraged technical background in electronics to contribute to engineering projects.
- Bridged the gap between technical engineering requirements and talent management needs.
