Sonia Patel
About Sonia Patel
Sonia Patel is a Senior Staff Software Engineer at Medallia, where she has worked since 2015. She has a strong background in software engineering, having previously held positions at Inadco, Inc., Sony Electronics, and the Business Dean's Office at SDSU.
Work at Medallia
Sonia Patel has been employed at Medallia as a Senior Staff Software Engineer since 2015. In this role, she plays a significant part in project and capacity planning. Sonia collaborates closely with product managers and designers to establish the technical and product roadmap. Her responsibilities also include mentoring engineers through one-on-one sessions, focusing on their career growth and promotions. Additionally, she is actively involved in the hiring process for new engineers, contributing to the overall growth and development of her team.
Previous Experience
Prior to her current position, Sonia Patel worked at Inadco, Inc. as a Software Engineer from 2012 to 2015. Before that, she spent two years at the Business Dean's Office at San Diego State University as a Software Engineer from 2010 to 2012. Additionally, she gained experience as a Software Developer Intern at Sony Electronics in 2011 for a duration of seven months. This diverse background has equipped her with a broad range of skills in software engineering.
Education and Expertise
Sonia Patel holds a Master of Science (M.S.) in Computer Science from San Diego State University. She also earned a Bachelor's of Engineering in Information Technology from Savitribai Phule Pune University. Her expertise includes coordinating and managing teams across multiple time zones, specifically in the US, Argentina, and Ukraine. Sonia specializes in creating accessible web applications using frameworks as well as vanilla JavaScript, CSS, and HTML5.
Career Development and Mentorship
Sonia Patel is dedicated to the professional development of her colleagues. She mentors engineers through one-on-one sessions, focusing on their career growth and potential promotions. Her involvement in mentoring reflects her commitment to fostering talent within her team and ensuring a supportive work environment. This mentorship also extends to her active participation in the hiring process for new engineers, which contributes to building a strong team dynamic.