Son K.
Corporate Recruiter at Apple
Recruiting top-tier talent for Apple and optimizing the candidate journey through high-touch engagement.
Intro
I'm Son K., a Corporate Recruiter at Apple. My career journey has taken me from the automotive world at Lexus and Kia to the heart of Silicon Valley, where I've spent years at Google, Box, and now Apple. I specialize in the 'puzzle' of matching incredible talent—specifically in AI/ML and Software Engineering—with the right company culture. I'm deeply passionate about diversity hiring and ensuring every candidate has the absolute best experience possible. Beyond the office, you'll likely find me at a CrossFit WOD, volunteering at CorePower Yoga, or out on the water on my paddleboard, 'Ohana.' I love connecting with technical talent and niche professionals, whether it's to talk shop about career paths or to challenge someone to a game of Jenga or Guess Who!
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What I can offer
- ›Expertise in Big Tech hiring processes
- ›Career development coaching
- ›Technical sourcing strategies
What I'm looking for
- ›Technical talent (Software Engineers, Data Scientists, Hardware Engineers)
- ›Niche professionals
- ›expanding my professional network
- ›exploring mutual opportunities in the tech industry
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Background
Career
Began in automotive marketing and customer relations at Lexus and Kia before transitioning into technical recruiting. Built a career at major tech firms including Google and Box before joining Apple as a Technical Sourcer and advancing to Corporate Recruiter.
Education
Bachelor of Arts (BA) in Business Administration (Specialization: Marketing, Minor: Educational Studies), University of California, Irvine (2009 – 2013).
Achievements
- ›Exceeded hiring goals at Google with 10 extends in Q3 2017
- ›Mentored 12 new sourcers at Google
- ›Produced 16+ offers within first 10 months at Apple
- ›Led referral drives resulting in 162 total referrals
Opinions
- Recruiting is universal, but emotional intelligence and asking the right questions differentiate a recruiter from the herd.
- Providing the absolute best experience for candidates and stakeholders is non-negotiable.
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Communication style
Highly energetic, positive, and person-centered with a focus on warmth and approachability.
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