Maya Turkenitz

Maya Turkenitz is an experienced Executive Recruiter currently working at Databricks since September 2023. Prior to this role, Maya held a significant position at Meta from February 2018 to September 2023, specializing in senior-level recruitment for Data Engineering Leadership within the Product Analytics organization, serving major platforms such as Instagram, Messenger, and FacebookApp. Maya demonstrated expertise as a thought-partner to hiring directors, providing insights on market trends and diversity initiatives. Earlier experience includes recruiting at Robert Half, where a focus on full-cycle recruiting and client relationship management led to a proven track record as a top performer. Maya's career began with roles at William Morris Endeavor and Alpha Phi International Fraternity, complemented by a Bachelor of Arts in Sociology from UC Santa Barbara, earned in 2016.