Thoughtworker Spotlight: Navdeep Dhindsa

Fueled by a love of problem solving, Navdeep Dhindsa is a Senior Software Engineering Consultant ???? who shapes ideas into products ??. Whether she is coding or tackling all things technical ??, you can find her leading teams with confidence, consistently delivering exceptional results ??. Fearless and driven, she is always up for a twisty challenge ??, bringing her the same joy as solving a Rubik’s Cube ??. Besides bringing ideas to life, you can find her soaring into the cloud, working on her Professional Cloud Architect certification ???.

Beyond the job, you can find Navdeep spending quality time with her family ??, exploring natural gems and sights ?? or cozying up for a great read on her Kindle ??. As someone who is constantly on the go, learning or exploring, can you guess what her favourite product is? Hint: It’s constantly evolving! ?? Find out in this week’s Thoughtworker Spotlight!?

Tell us about what you do in 50 words or less

As a Senior Consultant (Software Engineer), I help shape ideas into working products. From initial analysis and requirement gathering to coding and deployment, I craft solutions that breathe life into concepts. I love all things technical, and thrive on problem solving to craft exceptional digital experiences.

What’s the most interesting challenge you're working on?

Currently, I am immersed in training to get my Professional Cloud Architect certification, actively participating in Google Workshops and completing hands-on labs. My goal is to master cloud architecture, enabling me to design, develop, and manage robust, secure, scalable and dynamic solutions that propel business objectives forward.

What inspired you to have the career you have today?

When I was a kid, I loved problem solving and found it to be the most interesting hobby in the world. I think of programming as problem solving. I love identifying problems, brainstorming solutions and implementing them. Whenever I solve any kind of problem in my career today, I feel the same joy I felt when I was 5 years old, tackling a Rubik’s Cube!

What achievement are you most proud of in your career to date?

It’s hard to pick a specific moment or project, but in general, I thrive on diving into new challenges. Whether it's a fresh project or an unexpected problem, I take pride in my ability to learn, adapt and conquer, consistently delivering exceptional results.

If you could go back in time and give yourself career advice, what would it be??

Keep doing what you are doing and believe in yourself! Everything will work out exactly the way you want it to.?

What do you love to do outside of work?

Outside of work, I love to spend quality time with my family, watch TV shows and cook! I am also passionate about expanding my skills and embracing new experiences beyond my comfort zone. You can find me exploring hidden spots and gems in nature with my family, as we love discovering the beauty of the outdoors.

If you were stuck on a deserted island, what album, movie, and book would you take with you?

Album – Nothing specific, any mix of variety for background music

Movie – Either the Harry Potter series or the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU) movies!

Book – Difficult to choose one, maybe I can cheat and take my Kindle? ??

And finally, what’s your favourite product and why?

I love my iPhone, it has everything that I need throughout the day. Growing up with a landline and then the early Nokia phones, smartphones feel unreal! It is basically a magic device in my pocket!?