Sophia Kaied
About Sophia Kaied
Sophia Kaied is a Map Production Specialist at TuSimple, where she has worked since 2021. She holds a degree in Geography from San Diego State University and has previous experience in GIS roles with the City of San Diego and City of El Cajon.
Work at TuSimple
Sophia Kaied has been employed at TuSimple since 2021, where she serves as a Map Production Specialist. In this role, she contributes to the development and maintenance of high-quality mapping solutions essential for autonomous vehicle navigation. Her work involves utilizing geographic data to enhance the accuracy and efficiency of mapping systems, which is critical for the company's operations in the autonomous trucking sector.
Education and Expertise
Sophia Kaied studied at San Diego State University from 2016 to 2020, where she focused on Methods of Geographic Analysis and earned a degree in Geography. This educational background provided her with a strong foundation in geographic information systems (GIS) and analytical methods, equipping her with the skills necessary for her current role in map production.
Background in GIS
Prior to her current position, Sophia Kaied gained practical experience in the field of Geographic Information Systems (GIS). She worked as a GIS Intern at the City of El Cajon for four months in 2019, where she assisted in various GIS projects. Additionally, she served as a Management Intern - GIS at the City of San Diego from 2019 to 2020, where she further developed her skills in geographic analysis and data management.
Previous Work Experience
Before her career in GIS, Sophia Kaied worked as a Barista at Starbucks for three months in 2018 in Flower Mound, Texas. This role provided her with customer service experience and skills in a fast-paced work environment, contributing to her professional development.