Karishma Shaikh

Talent Acquisition Leader with 3+ years of experience driving end-to-end IT recruitment and building high-performing technical teams. Currently working as an Assistant Team Lead at Optimhire, managing multiple technical mandates while mentoring recruiters and ensuring consistent KPI achievement. Specialized in hiring for diverse technical stacks including Full Stack, Backend, Cloud, AI/ML, and niche engineering roles. Strong expertise in LinkedIn Recruiter, Boolean search, ATS platforms, and AI-driven hiring automation tools. With a background in Electronics & Communication Engineering and prior experience in PCB Design, I bring technical depth to recruitment—allowing me to effectively assess candidates and align talent with business needs. I am passionate about: • Building scalable hiring strategies • Leveraging AI & automation in recruitment • Enhancing candidate experience • Driving team performance and client satisfaction Let’s connect if you’re looking to scale your tech team or discuss innovative hiring strategies.