Kumar Ravi R.

About Kumar Ravi R.

I build hiring engines from scratch in high-growth environments.With 9+ years of experience in Talent Acquisition, I specialize in setting up and scaling hiring functions from 0→1 across global markets. Currently, I lead Talent Acquisition at Deepwatch, a cybersecurity product company with AI-integrated EDR/MDR platforms, where I built the hiring function for the India GCC from the ground up.I have partnered closely with global leadership to design and execute hiring strategies across AI/ML, engineering, product and go-to-market functions—hiring across levels from early talent to executive leadership in highly competitive markets.I thrive in fast-paced environments where hiring is a critical growth lever. I enjoy solving hard problems—whether it’s building talent pipelines from scratch, hiring niche AI talent or scaling teams under aggressive timelines.Over the years, I have driven measurable impact by:• Reducing time-to-fill through strong employer branding initiatives.• Building targeted talent pipelines through deep market mapping.• Optimizing hiring costs by consistently closing top talent within defined budgets.What I bring:• 0→1 Talent Acquisition build (GCC setup experience).• Deep sourcing expertise across global markets.• Strong stakeholder partnership with founders and business leaders.• Experience hiring across AI/ML, product, and engineering domains.• Data-driven approach to hiring (analytics, dashboards, optimization).Working with early-stage and high-growth companies where I can help build scalable hiring engines and contribute to something ambitious.

Experience

1. Talent Acquisition Leader

   Pierpoint International

   Feb 2022 — Present

   Pierpoint designs and delivers custom Recruitment Process Outsourcing (RPO) and workforce solutions that help mid-sized companies and large enterprises attract, engage and hire top talent to gain a competitive advantage. Access global teams with local expertise delivering in-person, remote and hybrid support for RPO, direct sourcing, total talent acquisition, high volume hiring, executive search, diversity recruiting and talent advisory services.Project Engagement:Royal Carribean Group- Global Talent Partner (APAC, EMEA)- July 2024 to Dec 2024.HP Inc- Talent Acquisition Leader -APAC - Feb 2022 to Aug 2022.

Education

• CT Institute of Engineering, Management and Technology, Shahpur

  Bachelor of Technology - BTech, Electrical, Electronics and Communications Engineering