Heather Samaras
About Heather Samaras
Heather Samaras is the Head of Growth Recruiting at Scale AI, where she leads a global recruitment team focused on talent acquisition for GenAI initiatives. With over 15 years of experience in the tech industry, she has held various leadership roles, including positions at Meta and My Job Tank, Inc.
Current Role at ScaleAI
Heather Samaras serves as the Head of Growth Recruiting at Scale AI, a position she has held since 2023. In this role, she leads a global recruitment team that focuses on talent acquisition for Scale AI's GenAI initiatives. Her team specifically targets Software Engineers, Data Scientists, and GenAI Specialists, contributing to the company's growth in the artificial intelligence sector.
Previous Experience at My Job Tank, Inc.
Prior to her current role, Heather worked at My Job Tank, Inc. as the Executive Vice President for a period of 8 months in 2017 to 2018. During her tenure, she was involved in strategic initiatives aimed at enhancing the company's recruitment processes and overall talent acquisition strategies.
Experience at Meta
Heather Samaras was employed at Meta as a Senior Global Technical Recruiting Manager from 2018 to 2023. In this capacity, she managed recruitment efforts for various technical roles, focusing on product development and engineering talent. Her work contributed to Meta's ability to attract and retain skilled professionals in a competitive tech landscape.
Background in Recruitment and Staffing
Heather has over 15 years of experience in the tech industry within the San Francisco Bay Area. She has held various positions in recruitment and staffing, including roles at Motion Recruitment Partners, where she served as Regional Director and Division Manager. Her extensive background has equipped her with the skills necessary to navigate dynamic recruitment environments.
Educational Background
Heather Samaras studied at Temple University, where she earned a Bachelor of Arts degree. Her academic focus included Sociology, Radio Television, and Film. She also completed her secondary education at Marblehead High School, laying the foundation for her career in recruitment and talent acquisition.