With International Women in Engineering Day on June 23, here’s some commentary from some leading figures in the field:
Devin Haynes, Product Owner, SIOS Technology on Challenging the Status Quo:
“Women bring a unique perspective to tech. When women are part of tech teams, innovation improves. We challenge assumptions, encourage broader thinking and reduce groupthink. Women often approach technology with a focus on usability, empathy, and real-world application. These qualities are essential in designing systems that meet our world today. Women bring this diversity of thought to any room and the solutions that are developed are better all around because of it. I often see that girls are hesitant to move into the tech field — that’s why representation matters. When girls and young women see me and others thriving in tech roles, it inspires them to do the same. It challenges the stereotype and opens their minds to a greater possibility. This is critical in a field where women, particularly women of color, remain underrepresented. Bringing more women into tech is a strategic advantage for any company. It leads to stronger teams, smarter products, and an industry that reflects the diversity of the world it serves.”
Yifan Lin, Software Engineer at Parallel Works:
“Growing up in a culture where engineering wasn’t seen as a path for women, I didn’t have role models who looked like me in this field,” said Yifan Lin, Software Engineer at Parallel Works. “People told us to aim for support roles—to be assistants, not builders. But I knew I wanted more. Entering this profession has taught me that you don’t need external validation to belong. If you’re drawn to solving problems and building things, trust that instinct and follow it—regardless of what others say. You don’t need permission to be here.”
“We need more women to see that it’s not only possible to succeed in engineering, but also to lead. You’re allowed to take up space in this field. You don’t have to shrink yourself to meet others’ expectations—your future is yours to define. Every line of code we write, every system we build, helps normalize our presence and opens doors for the next generation.”
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Today Is International Women in Engineering Day
With International Women in Engineering Day on June 23, here’s some commentary from some leading figures in the field:
Devin Haynes, Product Owner, SIOS Technology on Challenging the Status Quo:
“Women bring a unique perspective to tech. When women are part of tech teams, innovation improves. We challenge assumptions, encourage broader thinking and reduce groupthink. Women often approach technology with a focus on usability, empathy, and real-world application. These qualities are essential in designing systems that meet our world today. Women bring this diversity of thought to any room and the solutions that are developed are better all around because of it. I often see that girls are hesitant to move into the tech field — that’s why representation matters. When girls and young women see me and others thriving in tech roles, it inspires them to do the same. It challenges the stereotype and opens their minds to a greater possibility. This is critical in a field where women, particularly women of color, remain underrepresented. Bringing more women into tech is a strategic advantage for any company. It leads to stronger teams, smarter products, and an industry that reflects the diversity of the world it serves.”
Yifan Lin, Software Engineer at Parallel Works:
“Growing up in a culture where engineering wasn’t seen as a path for women, I didn’t have role models who looked like me in this field,” said Yifan Lin, Software Engineer at Parallel Works. “People told us to aim for support roles—to be assistants, not builders. But I knew I wanted more. Entering this profession has taught me that you don’t need external validation to belong. If you’re drawn to solving problems and building things, trust that instinct and follow it—regardless of what others say. You don’t need permission to be here.”
“We need more women to see that it’s not only possible to succeed in engineering, but also to lead. You’re allowed to take up space in this field. You don’t have to shrink yourself to meet others’ expectations—your future is yours to define. Every line of code we write, every system we build, helps normalize our presence and opens doors for the next generation.”
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