Scaling AI Talent

Stage	Focus	Recommended Actions
Workforce planning	Identify roles, seniority mix, and geographic hubs	Map capability gaps vs business objectives; set diversity and inclusion goals
Sourcing	Attract high-skill candidates across markets	Combine referral programs, university partnerships, and targeted events
Evaluation	Assess technical depth and collaboration aptitude	Structured interviews, take-home research reviews, cross-functional panels
Offer design	Balance compensation with long-term incentives	Use location-specific bands, equity refresh schedules, and mission alignment

Talent density (local universities, existing tech communities).
Regulatory climate (visa policies, labor laws, data residency implications).
Cost-of-living and infrastructure support (co-location, remote collaboration tools).
Time-zone overlap with existing teams to support follow-the-sun workflows.

Building a global hiring funnel