Richard Huang

Richard Huang is an experienced talent acquisition leader with a strong background in both agency and in-house recruiting, spanning from early-stage startups to major tech companies like Oculus VR (Meta) and Playground Global. He founded Stochos Talent, a firm dedicated to connecting talent with opportunities in high-impact sectors such as AI, robotics, and healthcare. stochostalent+2

With a unique academic foundation, Richard holds dual Bachelor of Science degrees in Electrical Engineering and Computer Science (1998) and Biology (1997) from MIT, followed by an M.S. (2005) and Ph.D. (2007) in Computer Science from the University of California, San Diego, specializing in distributed systems. This blend of technical and biological expertise positions him uniquely in the intersection of deep tech and life sciences. stochostalent+2

Before transitioning into talent, Richard spent seven years as a software engineer, including a role as Senior Member of Technical Staff at Oracle. His technical background in distributed systems and research into grid computing and video encryption at UCSD provides him with a deep understanding of technical roles, enhancing his recruiting capabilities. stochostalent+2

Richard demonstrated significant impact in talent leadership, notably tripling the size of MindMeld as its Director of Talent before its acquisition by Cisco. His journey from engineer to talent leader, and now founder, highlights his versatility and strategic vision in the tech ecosystem. stochostalent+2