Now in its 12th year , voices from the ‘ frontline ’ make the case for International Women in Engineering Day ; marking the contributions that women engineers make to the tech sector every day – and what ’ s still needed to overcome its gender gap .

Barkha Herman , Developer Advocate , StarTree

“ Diversity is crucial for driving innovation , not just a buzzword . When women and underrepresented groups get equal opportunities , their unique perspectives propel technology forward , creating more inclusive products . For instance , a womanled company transformed defence robots into the first autonomous vacuum cleaners for homes . Diversity builds our future across industries and in our daily life . We must continue breaking barriers and stereotypes to inspire future generations of women to pursue engineering and STEM careers .

As a Developer Advocate and a Woman in Engineering , visibility is key . Being seen on conference stages and behind the scenes normalises women ’ s presence in tech , making it easier for others to follow . It ’ s about showcasing the diverse skills and viewpoints women bring to the table . Our achievements , whether highlighted or behind the scenes , are crucial to industry progress . We need to support and celebrate each other , fostering an environment where everyone can thrive .

Creating equal opportunities in engineering and STEM is not just right ; it ’ s smart business . Embracing diversity and inclusion taps into the full potential of our talent pool , driving innovation and growth . Let ’ s keep advocating for change , inspiring future generations , and celebrating the contributions of women in engineering today and every day .”

ChanChan Mao , Developer Advocate , Alluxio

“ To celebrate International Women in Engineering Day is to celebrate ourselves and the growing representation of women as the tech industry evolves . I am always so in awe every time I attend tech events and conferences and I see a woman on stage confidently speaking on her area of expertise .

Growing up as a little girl in the heart of Silicon Valley , it ’ s easy to be underestimated and overshadowed by the lack of gender diversity . Perhaps the most valuable lesson I ’ ve learned , as cliche as it sounds , is that we can do it ! Our intelligence , our passion , and our innovative minds are beyond gender labels ; our opportunities for growth and leadership should also be . We all have incredible potential to achieve outstanding careers in tech , and we are not allowing gender stereotypes to hinder our success .

Elisa La Roche , Senior Director , Support Engineering , Starburst

To women passionate about engineering and technology , be curious , be bold and believe that

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