Passion-Driven Engineering: A Journey of Continuous Growth and Impact
This keynote explores the power of following my passions to drive a successful and impactful engineering career, using a "Passion-Driven Growth Development" model.
We will be exploring my journey from Tunisia to Canada and then to the Silicon Valley. A journey fueled by a deep love for technology, showcasing how embracing new passions can lead to unexpected opportunities and continuous growth.
● My fascination and passion for video games as kid took me to work for major gaming companies like Ubisoft and Electronic Arts.
● Then the first iPhone was released, and my curiosity took me placed where I ended up creating hundreds of apps, building a mobile development business, and leadership roles in mobile engineering.
● My move to Silicon Valley marked a transition into management coupled with a new passion for distributed cloud solutions and AI.
This session will demonstrate how a passion-driven approach, coupled with continuous learning, can propel engineers through diverse roles and industries.
This will showcase a unique career path where a passion for innovation and technology has been the driving force behind each new stage, providing inspiration and motivation for engineers looking to create their own impactful journey.
Speaker(s)
Maher Hanafi
VP of Engineering at Betterworks
A passionate and results-oriented engineering leader, possesses a proven track record of transforming and empowering high-performing teams across diverse industries, from video games and mobile to cloud computing and AI. As Vice President of Engineering at Betterworks, he leverages his expertise in cloud migrations, SaaS solutions, and building impactful products to cultivate environments where engineers thrive.
Maher's vision extends beyond technology itself, aiming to revolutionize tech workplaces by fostering human potential alongside cutting-edge solutions. He achieves this through his people-centric leadership style, building collaborative environments that empower teams to excel and consistently deliver outstanding results. This commitment to empowerment also extends beyond his team, as he actively mentors fellow engineering leaders and shares his knowledge through mentorship and public speaking.