Meet Shiva
Shiva Kiaee,
Senior Software Engineer
Introducing… Shiva Kiaee, our Senior Software Engineer at IRIS.
Get to know Shiva as she shares insights into her background, her life at IRIS and what she enjoys getting up to in her spare time…
How long have you worked at IRIS?
“Just over 9 months now - I help design, develop, and test our software app.’’
What’s your background?
‘‘I’ve been working as a Software Engineer for over 12 years. I’ve worked in many different sectors, ranging from finance (banks) to pharmaceuticals.”
What inspires you about working in hospitality?
“Helping people to have a more enjoyable and convenient experience when they’re staying in a hotel.”
What sets IRIS apart from other companies?
‘‘The breadth and scale of our clients across the world.’’
What is your most significant achievement to date – personal or professional?
‘‘Building my new life in the UK after moving here from Iran.’’
What gets you out of bed in the morning?
“Drinking coffee and meeting all the other developers at our daily `Stand-up` meeting that we have every morning at 9 o'clock. It lasts about 10 minutes and it’s a great way to kickstart my day and get focussed!”
What did you want to do when you were growing up?
‘‘I wanted to travel and explore the universe.’’
What is your favourite hobby?
‘‘Having fun with my friends which encompasses a wide range of activities from going to restaurants, pubs and historical places to having parties at home!”
What is your guilty pleasure?
‘‘Coffee and white wine.’’
What puts a smile on your face/makes you happy?
“Cats and babies.’’
When was the last time you laughed so hard you cried?
“3 months ago, while I was watching a film.”
What do you love about working at IRIS?
“ I love working in an agile team led by a wonderful person (my line manager Johan Ohlin) alongside a team of experts and amazing developers. My colleagues are polite and friendly, and it’s a very well-structured company. The product is great too.’’
What advice would you give anyone looking to join IRIS?
“Get ready to learn a multitude of new skills, meet wonderful people and find joy in your work.”
My hotel heroes…
Both Hilton Hotels
First & Last hotel [you visited/stayed at]
Hilton Hotels
Best hotel
