Maya Patel
About Maya Patel
Maya Patel is a Software Engineer I currently working at Sidewalk Labs in New York, having previously interned at Google. She has a background in Computer Science from the University of Pennsylvania and is actively involved in initiatives promoting sustainability and diversity in technology.
Current Role at Sidewalk Labs
Maya Patel works as a Software Engineer I at Sidewalk Labs, a subsidiary of Google, since 2022. She is based in New York, New York, United States. In her role, she contributes to various projects that align with the company's focus on urban innovation and technology. Her position allows her to apply her software engineering skills in a dynamic environment.
Previous Experience at Google
Maya Patel has held multiple positions at Google. She completed a Software Engineering Internship in 2021 for three months, working remotely. Prior to that, she participated in the Student Training in Engineering Program (STEP) as an intern in 2020, also for three months and remotely. During her time at Google, she contributed to sustainability initiatives, integrating eco-friendly practices into software development processes.
Teaching Experience at University of Pennsylvania
Maya Patel served as a Teaching Assistant for the Introduction to Computer Programming course (CIS110) at the University of Pennsylvania from 2019 to 2022. Over three years, she supported students in understanding programming concepts and provided guidance on coursework. This role allowed her to develop her teaching and mentoring skills within an academic setting.
Educational Background
Maya Patel studied at the University of Pennsylvania, where she earned a Bachelor of Applied Science (BASc) in Computer Science from 2018 to 2022. Her education provided her with a solid foundation in computer science principles and practices. Prior to university, she attended Freehold Borough High School, where she focused on Medicine and graduated with a High School Diploma in 2018.
Community Involvement and Leadership
Maya Patel is actively involved in the Rewriting the Code community, which aims to empower early career women in technology. She has participated in leadership programs that focus on fostering diversity and inclusion within the tech industry. Her engagement in these initiatives reflects her commitment to supporting underrepresented groups in technology.