Caity Barnes
About Caity Barnes
Caity Barnes serves as the Head of People at Zipline, where she has worked since 2017. She previously held roles at CodeSignal, Palantir Technologies, YWCA USA, and HireStrategy, contributing to talent acquisition and employee wellness initiatives.
Current Role at Zipline
Caity Barnes serves as the Head of People at Zipline, a position she has held since 2017. In this role, she has led initiatives to enhance employee wellness and has been instrumental in shaping the company culture with a focus on diversity and inclusion. Barnes has also played a key role in scaling the workforce to support Zipline's global expansion efforts. Additionally, she has led the integration of advanced IT solutions to improve remote work capabilities, contributing to the company's operational growth.
Previous Experience at CodeSignal
Prior to her current position, Caity Barnes worked at CodeSignal as the Head of Talent from 2016 to 2017. During her tenure, she focused on talent acquisition strategies and enhancing the overall recruitment process. This role allowed her to develop skills in managing talent pipelines and aligning recruitment efforts with organizational goals.
Background in Technical Recruiting
Caity Barnes has extensive experience in technical recruiting, having served as the Technical Recruiting Lead at Palantir Technologies from 2013 to 2016. Her responsibilities included recruiting for various locations, including Washington, D.C., London, Seattle, Copenhagen, Tel Aviv, Ottawa, and New York City. This role provided her with a broad perspective on global talent acquisition and workforce management.
Education and Academic Achievements
Caity Barnes completed her high school education at Mercersburg Academy, earning a High School Diploma. She furthered her studies at Dickinson College, where she obtained a Bachelor of Science degree in Biology and Economics. Additionally, she studied abroad at The University of Queensland, focusing on Genetics. This educational background has equipped her with a diverse skill set applicable to her roles in talent management and organizational development.
Early Career at YWCA USA
Before her roles in the tech industry, Caity Barnes worked at YWCA USA as the Director of After School Programs from 2006 to 2010. In this capacity, she managed programs aimed at supporting youth development and community engagement. This early experience in program management contributed to her leadership skills and understanding of organizational dynamics.