Sojan Jose
About Sojan Jose
Sojan Jose is the Co-Founder of Chatwoot, where he has worked since 2019. He has a diverse background in technology and entrepreneurship, having founded multiple startups and participated in Y Combinator cohorts.
Work at Chatwoot
Sojan Jose has served as Co-Founder at Chatwoot since 2019. His role involves overseeing product development and contributing to the strategic direction of the company. He has been actively involved in the open-sourcing of Chatwoot and has contributed to the company blog, sharing insights on various topics including the development of conversational bots. He participated in Hacktoberfest 2021, showcasing his commitment to community engagement and open-source initiatives. Additionally, he has discussed the journey of Chatwoot from its inception to becoming a successful open-source project.
Education and Expertise
Sojan Jose studied Computer Applications at Nirmala College, where he earned a Bachelor of Computer Applications (BCA) from 2011 to 2014. He also completed a High School Equivalence Certificate Program at Vimala Public School from 1997 to 2010. His education is complemented by participation in two Y Combinator cohorts, W21 and W17, which reflects his entrepreneurial mindset. His diverse skill set encompasses engineering, design, and storytelling, enabling him to approach product development holistically.
Background
Sojan Jose has a strong entrepreneurial background, having founded multiple startups. He was the Founder of Pepalo from 2009 to 2015 and Techomag from 2010 to 2012. He co-founded Marketfox in 2016 and has held various technical positions, including Senior Software Engineering Consultant roles at Activate Care and Vineti. His experience spans several years in software development, including a position as a Full Stack Developer at Freshworks Inc. from 2015 to 2016 and as a Senior Software Engineer at BigBinary from 2018 to 2020.
Achievements
Sojan Jose has participated in significant entrepreneurial programs, including two Y Combinator cohorts, which are known for fostering startup growth and innovation. His involvement in the open-sourcing of Chatwoot is a notable achievement, as it demonstrates his commitment to community-driven software development. He has also contributed articles to the Chatwoot blog, discussing various aspects of product development and sharing insights on the company's journey and challenges.