Women in DevOps

Beyond the Glass Ceiling: Managing Maternity with Kusum Thapa

Women in DevOps Episode 14

Ahead of our event with IDBS on March 19th, Beyond the Glass Ceiling: Charting Your Career Course in Tech, Women in DevOps caught up with Kusum Thapa, Senior Software Engineer at IDBS. Tune in to hear Kusum's insights and experiences of returning to tech after taking a 6-year career break to raise her family, including overcoming imposter syndrome, the value of continuous learning, and so much more.

Interested in joining the conversation? RSVP to save your space at our upcoming event: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/1234922870549?aff=oddtdtcreator

Kusum Thapa is a Senior Software Developer at IDBS, where she has been contributing to innovative solutions for the past four years. Originally from Nepal, she graduated from Staffordshire University with a degree in BSc Computing  Science and began her career with a student placement as a Junior Software Engineer at Staffordshire County Council. After graduating, she worked as a .NET Developer for three years before taking a six-year career break to raise a family and explore other professional opportunities. 

Determined to return to the tech industry, Kusum successfully completed the Tech Returners program before joining IDBS, demonstrating resilience and a commitment to continuous learning. Her journey highlights the possibilities of career transitions and the importance of diversity in the technology sector. Outside of work, Kusum enjoys travelling, gardening, and cycling with her family.