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Women in Tech - Case studies

Real stories. Real careers. Real impact.

Behind every breakthrough in technology is a woman navigating her own unique journey. Our Women in Tech case studies celebrate the diverse career paths shaping the industry today — from cybersecurity and software engineering to data science, leadership, and digital policy.

Each story shares honest insights into challenges faced, skills developed, pivotal career moments, and lessons learned along the way. Whether you’re exploring a career in tech, changing direction, or stepping into leadership, these profiles show that there is no single path to success.

Find your inspiration

Our featured women come from a wide range of industries and roles, proving that technology needs diversity of thought, skill, and experience. Their journeys reflect the real-world opportunities available today and highlight what’s possible when talent meets purpose.

Whether you’re early in your career or an experienced professional looking for new direction, we hope these stories inspire you to take your next step with confidence.

Through our case studies, you’ll learn:

  • How women from non-traditional backgrounds found their way into tech

  • What careers look like across early, mid, and senior levels

  • How women are building impact in areas like cybersecurity, AI, engineering, product, and digital transformation

  • Practical advice on navigating career growth, confidence, and leadership

  • Why diverse perspectives are critical to the future of technology

BAE Systems – Celina, Senior Technical Manager

Cambridge University Press & Assessment – Sharon Duan, Head of Agile Services

Cambridge University Press & Assessment – Jeanette Alfoldi, Senior Business Architect

Cambridge University Press & Assessment – Nicki Harkins-Emberson’s, Portfolio Office Director

Nando’s – Aurora Del Rio, Software Engineer

Intact Insurance – Inspiring Daughters Through Real-World Work Experience

Travel Chapter – Finding confidence in code: Dawn’s journey in tech

Intact Insurance – Redefining balance & leadership

Travel Chapter – Michaela’s Journey From QA to Leadership

Dunelm – Lauren Corderoy, Software Engineering Manager

BAE Systems – Berenike, Senior Security Consultant

Women at Intact Insurance UK: Diverse Journeys into Tech

Intact Insurance – Pip Henderson and Ruchi Gupta

Meet the women of Starling: Shaping the future of tech

BAE Systems – Gwyneth, Delivery Manager

Celebrating National Apprenticeship Week with Experian

Intact Insurance – Emma Norris, Head of Business Transformation

BAE Systems – Nikita, Production Line Auditor

IAG Loyalty – Chichi Nzekwue, Product Owner

Engine by Starling – Maya Vasileva, Software Engineer

Engine by Starling – Katie Cornish, Backend Engineer

Kinly – Vani.M, CAD Designer

Kinly – Vanessa M. Tolisano, Program Manager

Clifford Chance – Carolyn Arokiam, QA Specialist

Phoenix Group – Louise Taylor, Agile Delivery Lead

Phoenix Group – Roxanne Ewence, Senior IT Analyst

IAG Tech’s Interview with Nimisha Patel

Phoenix Group – Catherine Maika, Information Security Consultancy & Engagement Manager

BeZero Carbon – Maggie Ou, Account Executive

BeZero Carbon – Clarissa Fontes, Carbon Rating Scientist

BeZero Carbon – Sophie Badoche, Content Marketing Manager

LexisNexis Risk Solutions – Carmen Jackson, Director Quality Engineering

LexisNexis Risk Solutions – Nicole Pizzini, User Experience Lead

Kinly – Caroline Gibbs, Global Client Services Manager

Experian – Srshti Putcha, Junior Data Scientist

Starling Bank – Olivia Shiraishi, Workplace Technology Systems Specialist

Starling Bank – Rakhee Modha, Data Practice Lead

Engine by Starling – Nicole Pilsworth, Software Engineer

Sporting Group – Vicky Isaac-Hewett, Head of Quantitative Trading Solutions

Clifford Chance – Karen King, IT Continuity and Resilience Assurance Manager

DWP Digital – Rachel, Associate Software Developer

Experian – Scarlett Crofts, Graduate Software Engineer

Kinly – Alice Binney, Cloud & Video Specialist

Clifford Chance – Sophie Dean, Client Security Engagement Manager

DWP Digital – Gemma Wells, IT Service Manager

Zellis – Becky Collier-Burgess, Chief of Staff

Zellis – Parinaz Khajavi, Senior Software Engineer

Zellis – Cathy McGeown, Senior Test Manager (Architecture)

Zellis – Ruth Dooley, Product Manager

Zellis – Emma Kerslake, Customer Resolution Manager

Experian – Sophie Millington, Graduate Software Engineer

Experian – Adesuwa Osifo, Graduate Software Engineer

Police Digital Service – Nia Harvey, Senior Category Manager

Nominet – Jules Cannings, Portfolio / Programme Manager

Nominet – Barbara Bellis, Head of Registry Engineering

Nominet – Samantha Sweetland, Head of Marketing and B2C

Experian – Joanna McGarva, Director of Product Engineering

Clifford Chance – Lydia Alexander, Service Management Analyst

Clifford Chance – Donna Seneca, Quality Assurance Manager

DWP Digital – Rebecca Ganchi, DevOps Engineer

DWP Digital – Kelly Richards, Business Analyst

Sogeti – Twinkle Mishra, Principal Consultant

DWP Digital – Jane Kenny, Lead Delivery and IT Service Manager

DWP Digital – Kathryn Vickers, User Researcher

DWP Digital – Dania Soedibyo, Infrastructure Engineer

Aviva – Julie Clark, IT Supplier Performance Manager

Aviva – Yasmin Yexley, Global Intranet Manager

DWP Digital – Ope Anthony, Content Designer

DWP Digital – Louise Coulson, Product Manager

DWP Digital- Joanne Punton, Business Analyst

DWP Digital – Hannah Dell’Armi, Delivery Manager

DWP Digital – Kafui Mbrou, Security Risk Analyst

DWP Digital – Nicki Berry, Head of Accessibility

Starling Bank – Emma Willis, QA Tester

Starling Bank – Anne Boden, Founder

Starling Bank – Jess Dam, Software Engineer

Starling Bank – Ioana Creanga, Engineering Lead

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Your journey could inspire the next generation. Get in touch to become part of our Case Studies series and help showcase the many ways women are shaping the future of tech.