Sopan Patel is a seasoned software engineer with extensive experience in various capacities, including Lead Software Engineer and Senior Software Engineer at the American Association of Motor Vehicle Administrators (AAMVA) since February 2014. Prior to AAMVA, Sopan served as a Sr. .Net Developer at Ventera, where involvement in the RIMS project for the Rhode Island DMV utilized the .NET Framework 4. Earlier career roles included positions as a Sr. Software Developer at Easy Data Access, a Project Leader at Aum Software Solution, and a Software Programmer at Sansun Software PVT.LTD., contributing to projects involving document management systems and medical management application software. Educational credentials include a Master of Computer Applications and various computing qualifications from DOEACC and degrees in commerce from The Maharaja Sayajirao University of Baroda.
AAMVA (American Association of Motor Vehicle Administrators)
The American Association of Motor Vehicle Administrators (AAMVA) is a tax-exempt, nonprofit organization developing model programs in motor vehicle administration, law enforcement and highway safety. The association also serves as an information clearinghouse in these areas, and acts as the international spokesman for these interests. Founded in 1933, AAMVA represents the state and provincial officials in the United States and Canada who administer and enforce motor vehicle laws. AAMVA’s programs encourage uniformity and reciprocity among the states and provinces. The association also serves as a liaison with other levels of government and the private sector. Its development and research activities provide guidelines for more effective public service. AAMVA’s membership includes associations, organizations and businesses that share an interest in the association’s goals.