Catalina Popa
About Catalina Popa
Catalina Popa is a Tech Recruiter currently working at Thoughtworks in Bucharest, Romania. She has a background in human resources and psychology, holding a Master's degree from Universitatea „Babeș-Bolyai” din Cluj-Napoca.
Current Role at ThoughtWorks
Catalina Popa has been employed as a Tech Recruiter at ThoughtWorks since 2021. In this role, she is responsible for sourcing and recruiting technical talent for various projects within the organization. Her work involves collaborating with hiring managers to understand their needs and ensuring a smooth recruitment process. ThoughtWorks is known for its focus on technology and innovation, making her role crucial in building a skilled workforce.
Previous Experience at Electronic Arts
Before joining ThoughtWorks, Catalina worked as a Tech Sourcer at Electronic Arts (EA) from 2019 to 2021. During her two years at EA, she focused on identifying and engaging potential candidates for technical positions. Her experience in a leading gaming company provided her with insights into the recruitment needs of the tech industry.
Internship Experience at Bosch Group and Itiviti
Catalina gained initial experience in human resources through internships. She worked as an HR Intern at Bosch Group Romania for five months in 2018, where she assisted in various HR functions. Following this, she served as a Regional Talent Acquisition Sourcer Intern at Itiviti from 2018 to 2019 for six months. These internships helped her develop foundational skills in talent acquisition and HR practices.
Educational Background at Universitatea „Babeș-Bolyai”
Catalina Popa completed her Bachelor's degree in Psychology at Universitatea „Babeș-Bolyai” din Cluj-Napoca from 2014 to 2017. She then pursued a Master's degree in Human Resource Psychology and Organizational Health at the same university from 2017 to 2019. Her education has equipped her with knowledge and skills relevant to her career in recruitment and human resources.