Claire Kong
About Claire Kong
Claire Kong serves as a Global Talent Acquisition Partner at PingCAP, where she focuses on recruiting top talent for technical positions. With previous experience at Oracle and Tencent, she has developed expertise in attracting candidates for software engineering and technical support roles across the APAC region.
Work at PingCAP
Claire Kong serves as the Global Talent Acquisition Partner at PingCAP, a role she has held since 2021. Based in Guangdong, China, she plays a crucial role in supporting the company's rapid growth by attracting top talent for strategic positions. Her responsibilities include recruiting for various technical roles, particularly those related to TiDB, a hybrid transactional and analytical database. Claire's expertise in talent acquisition is instrumental in ensuring that PingCAP secures skilled professionals to meet its expanding operational needs.
Previous Experience at Oracle
Before joining PingCAP, Claire Kong worked at Oracle as a Senior Talent Advisor from 2011 to 2018. During her seven years at Oracle, she developed a strong foundation in talent acquisition and recruitment strategies. Her experience at Oracle contributed to her understanding of the technology sector and the specific needs of software engineering and technical support positions.
Experience at Tencent
Claire Kong was employed at Tencent as a Recruitment Manager from 2018 to 2021. In this role, she focused on recruiting for various technical positions, further enhancing her skills in talent acquisition. Her tenure at Tencent allowed her to gain insights into the recruitment landscape within the technology industry, particularly in the APAC region.
Education and Expertise
Claire Kong holds a Bachelor of Human Resource Management from Shenzhen University. Her educational background provides her with a solid understanding of human resources principles and practices. This knowledge, combined with her extensive experience in recruitment, positions her as an expert in attracting talent for technical roles, particularly in the software engineering and support sectors.
Recruitment Specialization
Claire Kong specializes in recruiting for technical positions, including Pre Sales/Solution Architect and Technical Support roles across the APAC region. Her focus on these areas allows her to effectively identify and attract candidates with the necessary skills and experience to support the growth of technology companies. Claire's expertise in recruiting for roles related to TiDB further demonstrates her ability to meet the specific needs of her organization.