Paolo Sottovia
About Paolo Sottovia
Paolo Sottovia is a software engineer with a strong academic background in computer science, holding a PhD from Università di Trento. He has worked for notable companies such as Huawei and Canonical, contributing to research and development in big data and software engineering.
Work at Canonical
Paolo Sottovia has been employed at Canonical as a Software Engineer since 2022. In this role, he contributes to the development and maintenance of software solutions, leveraging his extensive background in computer science and engineering. Canonical is known for its work on open-source software, particularly the Ubuntu operating system, and Sottovia's expertise supports the company's mission in the tech industry.
Previous Experience at Huawei
Prior to his current role, Paolo Sottovia worked at Huawei as a Big Data Senior Research Engineer from 2019 to 2022. Based in Munich, Germany, he focused on big data technologies and research, contributing to the advancement of data processing and analytics solutions within the organization. His tenure at Huawei allowed him to deepen his knowledge in big data applications and engineering.
Educational Background in Computer Science
Paolo Sottovia pursued his education in computer science at Università degli Studi di Trento. He completed his Bachelor's degree from 2009 to 2012, followed by a Master's degree from 2012 to 2014. He then continued his studies at the same institution, achieving a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) from 2014 to 2019. This extensive academic background provided him with a strong foundation in computer science principles and research methodologies.
Internship Experience at GPI SpA
Paolo Sottovia began his professional career with an internship at GPI SpA in Trento, Italy, from 2011 to 2012. This five-month internship provided him with practical experience in the field of software engineering. He later returned to GPI for another internship at Centro Ricerche GPI from 2013 to 2014, where he further developed his skills and knowledge in a research-oriented environment.
Research Experience at L3S Research Center
In 2018, Paolo Sottovia served as a Visiting PhD Student at L3S Research Center in the Hannover Area, Germany, for two months. This experience allowed him to engage in collaborative research projects and gain insights into advanced topics in computer science, enhancing his academic and professional profile.