How does being on the frontline of the latest tech sound? That’s Samuel’s day-to-day in Defence
Samuel started programming at age 10, so it’s no surprise he followed a computer science path after school. “I find discovering new things about the world and making new technologies to be a great pleasure,” Samuel says.
Now, he gets to deploy his skills helping Defence keep ahead of new technology. This starts with examining potential tech applications and any limitations to how they could be used within Defence. “Then, we incubate those technologies, building prototypes and seeing if the proposed solution is viable,” Samuel says.
Even though he’s fairly new to Defence, Samuel and a team of cadets recently presented findings on an exciting new tech option to the head of the branch he works in. “It is amazing to think that we could already be having an effect on Defence, and be helping changes get made,” he says.
Samuel encourages students to embrace their passion in STEM. “And know your value. Passion breeds knowledge, and it is a valuable trait for an employee to have!” Samuel adds. “I think Defence knows this too, and that’s why they recruit the people they do.”
Samuel’s study and career pathway to becoming a STEM Cadet
- Bachelor of Advanced Science (Computer Science)
- STEM Cadet, DDG
This profile originally appeared in Issue 3 of Careers with STEM: Defence issue and is sponsored by Defence.
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