Taravat Sharafat
About Taravat Sharafat
Taravat Sharafat is a Software Engineer with experience in various roles, including positions at Tesla and Joby Aviation. He holds a Bachelor's degree in Aeronautical Engineering and has contributed to projects involving UI components and flight information systems.
Work at Joby Aviation
Taravat Sharafat has been employed as a Software Engineer at Joby Aviation since 2022. In this role, Sharafat has contributed to the development of critical software components for the company's commercial launch. Notable projects include the creation of an in-house reusable UI components library and a notifications center UI that features push notifications for operations specialists. These contributions support Joby Aviation's mission to innovate in the aerospace sector.
Previous Experience in Aviation and Technology
Prior to joining Joby Aviation, Taravat Sharafat gained valuable experience in the aviation and technology sectors. In 2018, Sharafat worked as a Production Line Aircraft Maintenance Engineering Trainee at Emirates for one month. Following this, Sharafat served as a Production Associate at Tesla from 2020 to 2021, where responsibilities included supporting production processes. Additionally, Sharafat was a Software Engineer Teaching Assistant and Data Analyst Trainee at UC Berkeley Extension from 2021 to 2022.
Education and Expertise
Taravat Sharafat holds a Bachelor's degree in Aeronautical Engineering from Coventry University, which was completed from 2015 to 2019. Sharafat also studied Aeronautical Engineering at Emirates Aviation University during the same period. In 2021, Sharafat earned a Certificate in Data Analytics and Visualization from the University of California, Berkeley. This educational background provides a strong foundation in both engineering and data analysis.
Projects and Initiatives
Throughout the career of Taravat Sharafat, several key projects have been undertaken. Sharafat led an on-demand project that involved guiding senior engineers in the web team. Additionally, a significant achievement includes the development of a Flight Information Display system, which enables users to book, cancel, and modify flight itineraries through Android and web platforms. Furthermore, Sharafat led a core team in constructing and operating a radio-controlled solar power aircraft.
Early Education and Development
Taravat Sharafat completed high school at Al Khaleej National School, where a focus on science led to the achievement of a High School Diploma from 2009 to 2015. This early education laid the groundwork for further studies in aeronautical engineering and technology, fostering a strong interest in the aviation industry.