Donia Chaiehloudj
About Donia Chaiehloudj
Donia Chaiehloudj is a Senior Software Engineer with extensive experience in backend development and cloud technologies. She has worked for various companies in the aerospace and technology sectors and is actively involved in promoting gender diversity in technology.
Current Role at Isovalent
Donia Chaiehloudj serves as a Senior Software Engineer at Isovalent since 2023. In this role, she is involved in developing and maintaining software solutions, leveraging her expertise in cloud technologies and backend engineering. Her work focuses on enhancing the performance and scalability of applications, contributing to the company's mission in the tech industry.
Previous Experience in Software Engineering
Prior to her current position, Donia Chaiehloudj held various roles in software engineering. She worked at Airbus Defence and Space - Intelligence as a Software Engineer from 2018 to 2020 and as a QA Automation Engineer in 2017. She also served as a Cloud Backend Software Engineer at Thales Alenia Space from 2021 to 2022 and as a Software Backend Engineer at Powder from 2022 to 2023. Her diverse experience spans multiple companies and focuses on backend development and cloud technologies.
Educational Background
Donia Chaiehloudj obtained her Master’s Degree in Computer Science from the University of Otago in 2015. She also earned an Engineer’s Degree in Industrial Computer and Instrumentation from Polytech Grenoble, completing her studies in 2016. Her educational background provides a strong foundation for her career in software engineering and technology.
Involvement in the Tech Community
Donia Chaiehloudj is actively involved in the tech community as the GDG Lead Organiser for GDG Sophia-Antipolis since 2022. She promotes knowledge sharing and networking among developers. Additionally, she serves as a Women Techmakers Ambassador, advocating for gender diversity in technology. Her contributions extend to the Golang community, where she focuses on cloud technologies and has co-authored the book 'Learn Go With Pocket-Sized Projects' published by Manning Publications.
Personal Interests and Hobbies
Outside of her professional work, Donia Chaiehloudj enjoys rock climbing, hiking, and scuba diving. These activities serve as personal challenges and sources of inspiration, reflecting her passion for traveling and exploring new cultures. Her open-minded approach to problem-solving is influenced by her experiences in diverse environments.