Vinusha Avinash
Senior Technical Talent Acquisition Partner at Fivetran
Scaling technical teams in the AI and data movement space, specifically focusing on Agentic AI and high-bar engineering roles.
Intro
I'm Vinusha Avinash, currently a Senior Technical Talent Acquisition Partner at Fivetran. My career has been defined by a passion for building world-class teams at the intersection of technology and human potential, with a trajectory that spans from Oracle and Groupon to hypergrowth AI environments like Sierra. I specialize in high-bar technical recruitment, particularly within the Agentic AI and data infrastructure space. I am deeply committed to culture-first hiring and believe that an exceptional candidate experience is non-negotiable. Beyond just filling roles, I focus on narrative storytelling and fostering generational diversity in tech. Whether I'm scaling foundational engineering teams or advising non-profits on recruitment, I aim to build long-term relationships rather than just transactions. I’m always looking to connect with people who are as excited about the AI revolution and inclusive workplace culture as I am.
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What I can offer
- ›Technical recruitment strategy
- ›Employer branding insights
- ›Narrative storytelling for talent
- ›Recruitment guidance for non-profits
What I'm looking for
- ›Individuals who value culture-building and employer branding
- ›Organizations committed to strategic talent initiatives
- ›expanding my professional network
- ›exploring mutual opportunities in the AI and data infrastructure industry
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Background
Career
Progressed from recruitment assistant to senior technical talent roles at major tech firms including Oracle, Groupon, and SIXT, before specializing in AI-focused hiring at Sierra and Fivetran.
Education
MBA in Human Resources from Alva's Institute of Engineering and Technology (2012–2014); BSc in Computer Science from Mangalore University (2009–2012).
Achievements
- ›Improved offer conversion rates by 25–30% at SIXT
- ›Maintained 35% diversity hiring ratio at SIXT
- ›Reduced time-to-hire by 35% for Groupon Merchant team
- ›Delivered 40+ high-impact hires across Product, Engineering, and Design at SIXT
- ›Led foundational hiring for the Agent Engineering team at Sierra
Opinions
- The atomic unit of customer experience has shifted from transactions to long-term relationships.
- Building teams requires cultural alignment, not just technical skill.
- Exceptional candidate experience is a core pillar of recruitment.
- Generational diversity brings unique strengths that require inclusive practices.
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Communication style
Professional, enthusiastic, and mission-driven with a 'cheerleader' tone for her organization.
Formality — 7/10
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