Growing up, the expectation in my culture was to settle down after school. But my journey took a different turn when my uncle gifted me a computer at age 14. I became fascinated by how it worked, igniting a passion that led me to pursue a career in software engineering.
After completing a BTEC National Diploma in Computing, I went on to earn a BSc (Hons) in Computer Science. One of my proudest moments was writing a research paper on data integration, which was published in the British Library. It helped me land two job offers after graduation - and eventually led me to BAE Systems.
At BAE Systems, I’ve worked on major government projects that make a real-world difference. One highlight was contributing to a new system for UK border control data - now live across all major airports. Being part of its deployment was a proud moment.
Our daily stand-up meetings keep everyone aligned and connected. I enjoy hearing what my teammates are working on - sometimes I can help solve a problem they’re facing. That collaboration is a big part of what I love about working here. Our senior management team puts a strong focus on inclusion and team bonding, encouraging face-to-face meetings and social events, from lunches to evenings out. These interactions help build genuine relationships across teams.Davinder, Senior Software Engineer
Problem-solving has always come naturally to me. I’ve spent my entire career on government projects because they give me a strong sense of purpose. BAE Systems was an easy choice—it’s a well-known government software provider with a strong commitment to inclusion. Throughout the year, the company supports women through awards, forums, and society events that highlight our contributions.
I believe women make great software developers - our communication strengths are a perfect match for collaborative tech environments. On my current team, we each own different features, tracked through Jira tickets and aligned to sprint goals. Coding is a world I truly enjoy. It can be intense, but solving problems is incredibly rewarding. And after nearly 30 years in the industry, I’ve learned the value of taking a break when you’re stuck.
If you’re struggling to overcome a problem, there’s a well-known trick we use in the coding world called ‘’rubber ducking’’ where you would talk through your problem to an object ‘’a rubber duck’’ and usually mid conversation, the solution will come to you.
I really like being able to work flexibly, I’ve worked mostly from home for many years, which has helped me to stay disciplined with my daily exercise whether that be a gym session or a long walk at lunch time. It keeps my mind clear and helps me separate work from personal life. I usually wrap up around 5:30 p.m., making sure I’m set up to hit the ground running the next morning.
Software engineering has given me a fulfilling, exciting, and meaningful career - supported by a team and company that believes in me.
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