Annie Vella is a lifelong computer enthusiast with two decades of experience in software engineering and technical leadership, having honed her craft across various industries in four countries. She has recently returned to an engineering role after her second stint in engineering management, now holding the title of Distinguished Engineer at Westpac NZ. She enjoys designing resilient systems, unearthing opportunities across the organisation, and driving process improvements while emphasising quality from the outset. Passionate about cultivating a culture of curiosity and continuous learning, Annie inspires engineers to work smarter, not harder, fostering an environment where technical brilliance thrives.