My main motivation has always been to make people's lives better, even if in seemingly small ways. There's a special satisfaction in working on features where I can imagine a user or customer on the other end thinking, "This just made my job a little bit easier." It's this vision of positive impact, no matter how minor, that drives me forward in my work. I find myself constantly looking for opportunities to automate tasks that don't require human creativity or intuition. It frustrates me to see people bogged down by repetitive, mundane tasks that could be easily automated. I strongly believe that jobs can be much more enjoyable and fulfilling when people are free to focus on the interesting parts – the ones that truly benefit from human ingenuity and problem-solving skills. In my view, the real value of technology lies in its ability to handle the "brainless stuff," freeing up human potential for more meaningful and creative work. Whether developing custom tools or implementing innovative solutions, I always aim to empower people to do their best by removing unnecessary obstacles. This motivation aligns perfectly with our team's mission at Nokia, where we're working to automate complex network deployment processes. Every time we successfully automate a previously manual task, I feel we're not just improving efficiency, but also enhancing the work experience of the professionals who use our solutions.

It's challenging to pinpoint a single greatest achievement, as I take pride in multiple aspects of my work throughout my career. Firstly, I'm particularly proud of designing systems that have proven to be both scalable and flexible. It's immensely satisfying to see tools I've worked on grow from serving just a couple of customers to hundreds and being used in ways we never imagined when first designing them. Secondly, I take great pride in the teams I've had the good fortune to lead. Watching talented engineers grow, learn, and become better versions of themselves every day is an amazing feeling. Knowing that my guidance played a part in their development is incredibly rewarding. However, if I had to choose one specific achievement, I would highlight my experience when I first joined Nokia. I faced the challenge of learning a new company, a new project, and new people all at once. Despite these hurdles, within just two months, I had completed the design for a critical tool, and our team successfully delivered it in time for the first release. This rapid adaptation, coupled with the pressure of leading a new team, tested my abilities to learn quickly, design effectively, and guide others. Successfully navigating this challenge while delivering tangible results in such a short timeframe stands out as a significant personal and professional achievement.