Elshadai Tegegn

Elshadai Tegegn is a skilled software engineer and youth envoy with extensive experience in software development and technology leadership. Currently serving as a Software Engineer at Audible and a Youth Envoy at the International Telecommunication Union, Elshadai has previously held positions as a Software Engineer at the Organisation of Southern Cooperation and Gebeya Inc., and as a Senior Backend Engineer at InstaDeep Ltd. Elshadai's research internship at Amazon and fellowship experiences at the Max Planck Institute for Software Systems and Massachusetts Institute of Technology showcase a strong commitment to innovation in computer science. Educational credentials include a Bachelor’s degree in Software Engineering from Addis Ababa University, a PhD in Computer Science at Iowa State University, and specialized training in AI and machine learning through Udacity. Elshadai has also participated in global exchange programs and leadership training initiatives, highlighting a dedication to personal and professional growth.