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I build production AI systems and teach software engineers to do the same.Every week I create real AI systems and automations that save time, save money, and increase leverage. Then I show you exactly how I built them. Complete code. Deployed to production. No theory.I've spent 20 years building software systems and leading engineering teams. Now I'm focused on applied AI - building systems that solve real problems and teaching others to do the same.I run two things:AI Engineer - A community where professional software engineers learn production AI through weekly live builds, code reviews, and hands-on projects. We build together: RAG pipelines, autonomous agents, automations.Leverage AI - Custom AI development for businesses when off-the-shelf tools aren't enough. AI systems, intelligent workflows, and automations that scale your business operations.📩 Get my free weekly newsletter: newsletter.owainlewis.com👥 Join the community: skool.com/aiengineer💼 Work with me directly: leverageai.co

Owain Lewis

Core42

Leading provider of sovereign cloud, global AI infrastructure, and Cloud & AI Managed Services ☁️

Senior Talent Acquisition Partner

Oracle

• Recruited to lead technical hiring initiatives for OCI's rapid expansion
• Building upon Amazon/Meta best practices to establish scalable hiring frameworks
• Partnering with engineering leadership to scale elite teams in: 
o	Distributed Systems & Cloud Infrastructure 
o	AI/ML & Data Platform Engineering 
o	Cloud-Native Services & Kubernetes 
o	Database Technologies & Developer Services

Principal AI Technical Recruiter, Oracle Cloud Infrastructure

Charlie Gibson Consulting, LLC.

Launched successful consulting practice post-Meta restructuring, delivering enterprise TA transformation projects until transitioning to a strategic AI recruiting role at Oracle.

Notable Achievements:
• Transformed talent acquisition for a $2.5B CPG company (4,000 employees), including
Complete hiring process redesign, Executive and recruiter coaching program development, external partnership optimization, and TA Playbook revamp

Core Services:
1. Strategic TA & Process Design
2. Technology & Analytics Solutions
3. DEI & Employer Branding
4. Training & Development

Founder and Owner

Senior Technical Recruiter

Amazon

•	Promoted from Senior Talent Acquisition Lead to Program Manager in under 2 years
•       Built scalable models to optimize Software Development Engineer hiring, improving the candidate experience and exceeding hiring goals by 120%
•	Executed initiatives resulting in increased candidate quality and launched change management initiatives based on data analysis

•	Coached and mentored hiring managers to provide an excellent candidate experience in a competitive hiring market

Recruiting Operations Program Manager

Led a global team of 5 Sourcers, managed 60+ reqs, and surpassed KPIs by 47.8%. Achieved 162.5% of Offer Accepts Goal and improved diversity metrics across levels

Senior Talent Acquisition Lead

Delek US Holdings, Inc.

• Helped build the company's first Talent Acquisition program from the ground up, implementing full-lifecycle recruiting for Corporate G&A, Operations, and refinery-specific roles, saving over $1M in agency fees
• Recruited from universities for the Rotational Engineering program and engaged executive-level candidates, reducing time-to-fill

PSC Metals

(SA Recycling acquired PSC Metals)
•	Pioneered the company's first internal Talent Acquisition processes from the ground up, 0 - 100, saving $700K in agency fees
•	Drove increases in LinkedIn career page visits, job views, employer brand engagement, and Facebook followers
•	Implemented and managed ATS and conducted full life cycle recruiting for corporate G&A and various business-specific roles

Talent Acquisition Manager

U.S. Office of Personnel Management (OPM)

•	Led HR, development, and retention for 105 employees, mentoring HR assistants
•	Increased engagement and retention by 20% through recognition and stay interview programs
•	Advised executives on workforce planning and employee relations, leading to top readiness rates
•	Championed Sexual Harassment and Assault Response and Prevention programs

Human Resources Business Partner

EDMC

Exceeded enrollment goals and earned the highest closing ratio on the recruiting team

Assistant Director of Admissions

US Army

•	Achieved 100% of recruiting mission and goals, earning awards for outstanding performance
•	Helped create Kentucky's first Recruit Sustainment Program to reduce training pipeline losses
•	Managed a five-country recruiting area, developing and executing an independent strategic plan
•	Established key relationships with local schools, media, and community leaders to support recruiting efforts

Senior Recruiter

As a Talent Acquisition Partner at Core42, I'm building teams that will shape the future of AI infrastructure and cloud solutions across America.

Core42, a G42 company, empowers individuals, enterprises, and nations to unlock the full potential of AI through comprehensive enablement capabilities. As a leading provider of sovereign cloud, AI infrastructure, and Cloud and AI Managed Services, our mission is to accelerate others' achievements and help them reach their most ambitious AI transformation goals.

With experience scaling technical teams at Meta, Amazon, and Oracle Cloud Infrastructure, I bring proven expertise in identifying and securing top-tier talent across distributed systems, AI/ML, cloud infrastructure, and software engineering. My approach combines strategic talent acquisition frameworks with a genuine commitment to creating exceptional candidate experiences.

I'm focused on building Core42's United States presence by connecting with innovators passionate about advancing AI technology and creating meaningful impact in this transformative field.

Core42 & G42 Ecosystem: 

Core42 is part of G42's powerful ecosystem of AI-focused companies working together to invent a better every day:

• Core42: Leading provider of sovereign cloud, global AI infrastructure, and Cloud & AI Managed Services ☁️ 
• M42: Delivering personalized, precise, and preventative health solutions to disrupt the global health landscape 🧬 
• AIQ: AI pioneer contributing to the future of the global energy sector ⚡ 
• CPX: Delivering world-class cybersecurity solutions to ensure a cyber-resilient society 🔐 
• Presight: Harnessing big data, analytics, and AI expertise to generate insights and solve challenges 📊
 • Space42: SpaceTech company committed to innovative satellite communications, geospatial analytics, and AI capabilities 🛰️
 • Khazna: Designing and operating state-of-the-art wholesale data centers, connecting customers with the opportunities of tomorrow 🏢
 • Inception: Building best-in-class AI models and solutions, leveraging the latest tools and techniques, all delivered as a service 🧠

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