Sonu Gupta
About Sonu Gupta
Sonu Gupta is a talent acquisition professional with extensive experience in the tech industry, currently working at Lightmatter since 2024. With a background that includes roles at major companies such as Amazon, Waymo, and Apple, Gupta has a proven track record in building teams and enhancing recruiting practices.
Current Role at Lightmatter
Sonu Gupta is currently employed at Lightmatter as a Talent Acquisition professional. Since joining in 2024, Gupta has been involved in recruiting efforts aimed at supporting the company's growth in Mountain View, California. The role emphasizes building effective teams to meet the demands of a rapidly evolving tech landscape.
Previous Experience at Amazon
Gupta worked at Amazon in various capacities from 2016 to 2021. Initially, Gupta served as a Sr. Client Lead for the Amazon Devices Team in Sunnyvale for three years. Following this role, Gupta transitioned to Talent Acquisition for Project Kuiper, where the focus was on recruiting talent for innovative projects from 2019 to 2021.
Background in Talent Acquisition
Before joining Lightmatter, Gupta gained extensive experience in talent acquisition across several prominent tech companies. This includes roles at Waymo from 2021 to 2023, Apple from 2015 to 2016, Yahoo! from 2013 to 2015, LinkedIn from 2012 to 2013, and Google Inc from 2011 to 2012. This diverse background has contributed to a comprehensive understanding of the recruitment landscape in the technology sector.
Educational Qualifications
Sonu Gupta studied at the National Institute of Information Technology, where Gupta earned a GNIIT in Computer and IT. Additionally, Gupta attended Cal State East Bay, focusing on business and economics. This educational foundation supports a strong skill set in talent acquisition and organizational development.
Expertise in Team Building and Recruitment
Gupta has a proven track record of building teams from scratch and scaling organizations for hyper-growth in the tech industry. With expertise in mentoring, coaching, and training, Gupta enhances recruiting practices and improves the candidate experience. This analytical mindset aids in developing effective strategies for talent acquisition.