IBM Alumni

🚀 IBM back in Space – Do you remember IBM's first engagement in a NASA mission? That was back - 57 years ago - in July 1969 when the Apollo 11 mission started its mission to the moon. Read more about it here: https://ibm.co/6045EKodX And today in 2026? See how IBM contributes with latest technology and expertise at the NASA Artemis II mission. IBM Power servers ran at the core of Artemis II's Launch Control System at NASA - National Aeronautics and Space Administration's Kennedy Space Center (https://ibm.co/6046EKodk). 🚀 The system processed and monitored hundreds of thousands of data points tied to telemetry, sensors, and overall system health in the rocket and spacecraft. From early testing, through the final T‑10 countdown, IBM Power helped engineers quickly identify any data that moved outside expected ranges. That insight enabled confident decisions and helped keep launch activities moving forward. Image source: NASA

It started with a single challenge and a room full of possibility. 🎯 At the IBM TechXchange watsonx hackathon, Shohail built TaxGenie, an AI solution powered by Watson Discovery, watsonx Orchestrate, and a fine‑tuned Granite model. Three days later, he placed 5th out of more than 4,200 participants and stepped onto a much bigger stage. 🌍🤖 But the real catalyst was mentorship. Leaders like Rene Bostic and Dr. Jani Byrne Saliga saw his potential and invested in it, giving him the confidence to guide sustainability workshops, speak to thousands, and grow into a leader who lifts others with him. Their trust didn’t just shape his work, it shaped who he became. 🎤✨ Today, Shohail brings IBM’s THINK mindset into climate AI, global youth diplomacy, and community leadership, proving that empowered people can create a ripple effect far beyond one moment, one project, or one company. 💙 Catalyze change like an IBMer. 🚀 Want to be a proud IBM alumnus, too? Join our IBM Alumni Talent Network: https://ibm.co/6048EKuX2 #IBMAlumni #LikeanIBMer

Careers rarely follow a straight line; they deepen, broaden, and come back stronger. 🔁 Srujan, a returning IBMer now leading as a Physical Design Engineer at IBM ISDL India, started his journey on z Mainframe physical design, tackling real‑world challenges alongside world‑class engineers. Those early hands‑on experiences forged his approach to technology and problem‑solving. 💡 Stepping outside IBM broadened that lens further, from mobile processors to 5G infrastructure, reinforcing the value of end‑to‑end thinking, leadership, and adaptability. 🚀 Returning to IBM felt natural. 💙 Today, from Bangalore, Srujan drives the physical design of core units for the latest z17 mainframe while mentoring emerging talent. At IBM, careers don’t just grow; they evolve with purpose, impact, and the chance to build the technology that runs the world. 👉 Ready to build, learn, and make an impact? Explore opportunities here: https://ibm.co/6040EJ0Sp #ISDL #IBMAlumni #IBMHistory #LikeanIBMer #LifeAtIBM #EngineeringAtIBM #Semiconductors #GrowWithIBM

Every now and then, you meet someone whose career feels like a true global voyager story. 🌍 Ticiane’s path brings together technical excellence, human insight, and the courage to reinvent herself across continents. Over seven years at IBM, she helped shape automation and analytics across Latin America, including SAS-based analytics that reduced processing time by 28% and raised client satisfaction to over 90 NPS. 📊 One defining moment came during an overnight crisis recovery. As she shared, “Leadership, teamwork, and calm under pressure can turn a crisis into a success story.” It’s a powerful reminder of the human side of data-driven work. 🤝 Her journey then took her to Sydney, where she pursued a Master’s in Business Information Systems and embraced an entrepreneurial leap in a new, global environment. 🇦🇺✨ Ticiane’s story is a reflection of lifelong learning in action and of building bridges between data, culture, and humanity. 🌱 🚀 Join our IBM Alumni Talent Network to stay connected: https://ibm.co/6044EJSdm #IBMAlumni

After winning an IBM‑hosted hackathon, joining IBM France was a clear ambition for Maureen Allanic. When online applications didn’t land, she asked her university secretary to hand‑deliver her CV to IBM recruiters. That persistence paid off - two offers, one dream realized. 💡 Her time as a Junior IT Consultant at IBM Marseille was a creative and unforgettable experience. They organized hackathons, launched intrapreneurship initiatives, advised logistics clients, explored M&A workshops, and Maureen even built her first robot with TJbot. 🤖 The project that shaped her most was 'IBM Green Pallet' – an eco‑friendly supply‑chain solution that allowed her to align technical skills with something she truly cares about. “It was challenging, impactful, and deeply fulfilling, and it taught me how innovation, teamwork, and purpose intersect.", she says. 🌱♻️ Beyond just work, she also filled her lunchtimes with dance classes 💃, Friday after‑work gatherings, and a genuinely supportive team who created an environment where you could grow – professionally and personally. Since then, she's applied discipline, strategy, and adaptability as Co‑founder of Ouispeak, building communication solutions, and as an Emerging Technologies Platform Specialist at the ESA European Space Agency, where innovation takes on a whole new orbit. 🚀 🚀 Want to stay connected with other IBM Alumni as well? 💙 Join our IBM Alumni Talent Network: https://ibm.co/6046EJSde #IBMAlumni #LikeanIBMer

What if what truly moves the needle is the work happening behind the scenes? 🔍 Gina, now an IBM Alumni who worked as a Senior Software Engineer and L3 Technical Leader in China, built her career in the engine room of z/OS — where precision matters and failure isn’t an option. She worked on Language Environment, the foundation that keeps COBOL, C/C++, Java, Python and more running seamlessly across decades of systems. It’s the kind of work few people see, but everything depends on it. ⚙️ Her favorite moments came from times spent in Level 3 support. When critical issues hit and trust was on the line, Gina stepped in, solving complex problems that kept customers running. 🚨 At IBM, during her almost 15-year tenure, she grew as both an engineer and a leader, surrounded by a culture of support and high standards. After that, she took time to reflect and keep learning; carrying that mindset forward. When asked about her proudest moment, she says it's “being an IBMer.” 💙 🚀 Want to stay connected with other IBM Alumni as well? Join our IBM Alumni Talent Network: https://ibm.co/6043EJ8Ix

Everyone in IBM knows Thomas J. Watson Sr. Thomas was not just the founder of our THINK motto, but was also the founder of our today's IBM.

✨ From a dental chair to a data lab, see how Ahmed rewrote his career code. Ahmed, an AI & Mobile Application Developer, joined as an intern at IBM Egypt. He switched from dentistry to artificial intelligence and never looked back. Working alongside 50 interns, he helped launch generative‑AI solutions: 🤖 chatbots, 🌍 trip planners, 📸 image‑translation tools and 🎧 virtual tour guides. His standout project—a hieroglyph‑translation app—combined cutting‑edge AI with Egypt’s cultural heritage, proving that innovation can also preserve history. The effort earned him a spot among only eight interns invited to present to senior IBM leadership, a moment he calls “personal confirmation that the leap of faith was right.” IBM taught him to: 🔄 Adapt across diverse, cross‑functional teams, 🧩 Build responsibly‑scaled AI that solves real problems, 🤝 Prioritise clean code, rigorous testing and collaborative delivery. “The most uncertain paths often lead to the most meaningful destinations.” he says. Challenge limits like Ahmed. 🔗 Connect with a company that grows with you: https://ibm.co/6042EyBlQ #IBMAlumni #LikeanIBMer

🌟IBM’s first woman Vice President paved the way for female executives When Ruth Leach joined IBM, to demonstrate the electric typewriter at the 1939 San Francisco World’s Fair, she had no intention of pursuing a career in business. But the experience lit a spark that would not only change the trajectory of Leach’s life, but also open new opportunities for women in the American workforce. Want to know more about Ruth's impressive story? https://ibm.co/6047EyBlL #IBMAlumni #IBMHistory #LikeanIBMer

Is your story one of reinvention? Let us know in the comments how you used your skills to move into a different role... because that's exactly what happened to Teresa, who went from international relations to building AI literacy in the healthcare industry! Let's go back to 2022, when Teresa joined IBM's CIO. "It was the first time I was trusted to take full ownership of a product. Coming straight out of international relations, leading a technology project at IBM was transformative,” she said. Though it was a moment that changed everything. "That experience taught me that I’m stronger and smarter than I often give myself credit for, and it sparked my passion for technology and innovation." 💪💡 After two years in IT roles, she received a scholarship from the University of Notre Dame in Indiana. 🇺🇸 "[IBM] laid the foundation for everything I’ve done since — from advancing in IT roles to earning my Master of Science in Engineering, Science, and Technology Entrepreneurship, and now leading transformative AI initiatives in healthcare," she shared. Teresa’s story stands out because of how boldly she chose to rewrite her own trajectory. It’s about recognizing talent in unexpected places and giving people the space to discover who they can become. 🚀 Transfer your skills to do incredible things at IBM, just like Teresa. Join our IBM Alumni Talent Network: https://ibm.co/6047EHdKL #IBMAlumni