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Michael Ciulla

Danvers,MA

Summary

Seasoned Executive Recruiter with a strong history at Amazon, specializing in identifying and placing top-tier talent in engineering, robotics, and emerging technologies. Proven ability to enhance recruitment processes and boost team performance through expert candidate sourcing and calibration. Recognized for efficiently filling challenging roles, leveraging technical expertise and mentorship skills to drive organizational growth.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience

Work History

Executive Recruiter, Global Talent Acquisition (Contract)

MetLife
Boston, MA
07.2024 - Current
  • Spearheaded executive-level hiring for Global Technology and Operations (GTO), serving a 38,000-member organization
  • Successfully filled key AVP, VP, and SVP roles across technology, cybersecurity, data strategy, and business continuity domains

Founder & Principal Consultant

Specialty Recruiters, LLC
Boston, MA
01.2023 - Current
  • Consulting engagement with Revolution Space, Butlr Technology, and Coherent Logix to recruit and hire technical engineering talent for growth initiatives

Senior Specialty Executive Recruiter, Emerging Initiatives

Amazon
Boston, MA
04.2020 - 12.2022
  • Recruited some of Amazon’s most senior level scientists for large-scale, high impact initiatives in emerging technology
  • Delivered top talent to an array of customers and domains
  • Designed and implemented a new prospect calibration process, recognized for its impact by peers and leadership
  • Trained and mentored recruiters, elevating team performance and hiring outcomes

Lead Sourcing Technical Recruiter

Amazon Global Robotics
N. Reading, MA
06.2014 - 04.2020
  • Directed the integration of Canvas Technology into Amazon’s recruiting systems post-acquisition
  • Led recruitment for advanced robotics, research, systems engineering, and executive roles
  • Championed the most challenging hiring mandates, consistently exceeding expectations

Senior Corporate Recruiter

UKG (Ultimate Kronos Group)
Chelmsford, MA
05.2012 - 05.2014
  • Delivered ~90 hires annually with an average time-to-fill of 65 days
  • Reduced reliance on external search firms, saving substantial recruitment costs
  • Recognized with the Team Rock Star Award twice for excellence in recruiting

Sr. Corporate Recruiter

Harte-Hanks
Billerica, MA
05.2011 - 05.2012
  • Filled 85 requisitions with an average time-to-fill of 48 days
  • Exceeded performance metrics by 125%, demonstrating consultative expertise

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Business & Economics

Saint Anselm College
Manchester, NH

Skills

  • Engineering (Software, Hardware, Systems, Manufacturing, Industrial Design)
  • Robotics
  • Artificial Intelligence
  • Computer Vision
  • Machine Learning
  • Autonomous Mobility
  • Warehouse Automation
  • Research Science
  • Applied Science
  • Executive & Technical Recruiting
  • Science & Engineering
  • Market Intelligence & Research
  • LinkedIn Recruiter SME
  • Candidate Sourcing & Calibration
  • Mentorship & Team Development
  • Confidential and Hard to Fill Searches
  • Emerging Technology

Domainexpertise

  • Engineering (Software, Hardware, Systems, Manufacturing, Industrial Design)
  • Robotics
  • Artificial Intelligence
  • Computer Vision
  • Machine Learning
  • Autonomous Mobility
  • Warehouse Automation
  • Research Science
  • Applied Science

Timeline

Executive Recruiter, Global Talent Acquisition (Contract)

MetLife
07.2024 - Current

Founder & Principal Consultant

Specialty Recruiters, LLC
01.2023 - Current

Senior Specialty Executive Recruiter, Emerging Initiatives

Amazon
04.2020 - 12.2022

Lead Sourcing Technical Recruiter

Amazon Global Robotics
06.2014 - 04.2020

Senior Corporate Recruiter

UKG (Ultimate Kronos Group)
05.2012 - 05.2014

Sr. Corporate Recruiter

Harte-Hanks
05.2011 - 05.2012

Bachelor of Arts - Business & Economics

Saint Anselm College

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