Can you tell us about your journey at Sopra Steria?
My journey at Sopra Steria began in February 2020 in France as a Java and Angular developer. Two years later, I had the opportunity to join the Swiss teams through an internal transfer. I started working with Appian technology on a project for a public sector client.
This project allowed me to contribute to several aspects: development, drafting functional specifications, and regular interactions with business teams and project managers.
Since the end of 2024, I’ve been wearing two hats: Project Manager and Account Manager.
You started as a developer. What motivated you to expand your role to more transversal functions like project management?
From the very beginning, I felt the need to have a broader impact than pure development. I enjoy understanding the business context, organizing tasks, prioritizing with teams… This appetite for the bigger picture naturally led me to take on project management responsibilities alongside my technical role.
An internal change allowed me to become a project manager on an application maintenance contract. It was a great opportunity to strengthen my management skills while staying close to the field and my team.
At the same time, I expressed to my managers my desire to grow, which gave me the chance to step into an Account Manager role.
Thanks to the team’s support and tailored training, I was able to develop new skills and gain autonomy.
You place great importance on the human dimension in your work. How did this sensitivity guide you toward the Account Manager role?
What motivates me most is being close to people. As a project manager, I pay a lot of attention to my team, their aspirations, their development. Seeing their progress over time is truly rewarding.
The Account Manager role allowed me to broaden this approach: I’m here to listen, understand, and support whether it’s colleagues or clients. This human dimension is what convinced me to take the leap.
You say you’ve never been afraid to express your career aspirations. What advice would you give to someone starting in IT who wants to grow quickly?
I’d say...don’t limit yourself. IT is a vast field where every personality can find its place. Don’t hesitate to try new things, express your ambitions, and make yourself visible. And above all, build connections, career paths are often shaped through conversations and trust.