Na Maier
About Na Maier
Na Maier is a Junior Software Developer with a diverse educational background in Social Sciences and Computer Science. Currently working at Thoughtworks in Stuttgart, Germany, Maier combines expertise in sociology with technical skills in software development.
Work at ThoughtWorks
Na Maier currently serves as a Junior Software Developer at ThoughtWorks, a position held since 2022. In this role, Na applies technical skills in software development, contributing to various projects. Previously, Na participated in the ThoughtWorks University Program in 2022, which aimed to accelerate the development of new employees within the organization. This program provided an opportunity to gain insights into the company's culture and methodologies.
Education and Expertise
Na Maier has a diverse educational background that combines Social Sciences and Computer Science. Na earned a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Social Sciences from EHESS - Ecole des Hautes Etudes en Sciences Sociales, studying from 2011 to 2016. Additionally, Na holds a Master's Degree in Social Sciences from East China Normal University, completed between 2008 and 2011. Na also obtained a Master's degree in Computer and Data Science from Université Jean Monnet Saint-Etienne and a Master's degree from École des Mines de Saint-Étienne, both achieved between 2017 and 2019.
Background
Na Maier has a multicultural background, having studied and worked in both France and Germany. This experience contributes to a unique perspective in software development. Na's academic journey includes a Visiting Scholar position at the University of Michigan, where Na focused on Sociology as an Exchange PhD student from 2015 to 2016. Na's education reflects a strong foundation in both social sciences and technical disciplines.
Professional Experience
Before joining ThoughtWorks, Na Maier worked at SAP as a Machine Learning/Conversational AI specialist in the Digital Business Service sector from 2018 to 2019. In this role, Na contributed to projects focused on machine learning and conversational AI, enhancing digital business solutions. This experience further solidified Na's technical skills and understanding of software development within a corporate environment.