Leaving Sourcesense After 3 Months and Starting Fresh at InvesTech SPA
Saying Goodbye to Sourcesense
July 2021 marked the end of a brief but impactful chapter in my career. After just three months, I decided to leave Sourcesense. While short-lived, the experience was a turning point, helping me realize what I value in a work environment and where I wanted to go next.
Sourcesense had its pros—working on automation with Ansible and diving into infrastructure setups. But the lack of structure, unclear tasks, and isolating team dynamics left me feeling unfulfilled. By June, it was clear: I needed a change.
Entering InvestTech SPA
A new opportunity came knocking at InvesTech SPA, and I didn’t hesitate to seize it. This time, I joined as a backend developer with a strong focus on cloud infrastructure and streamlining operations. From day one, the role felt like a better fit.
Key Responsibilities at InvestTech
- Designing Infrastructure Solutions: I worked on Heroku Cloud to build scalable and cost-effective environments for clients.
- Developing Java Applications: My main project involved creating APIs to facilitate invoice exchanges for partners. This was not groundbreaking work, but it was steady and clear.
- Data Automation: One of my significant contributions was automating the data backup process, transferring data from Salesforce databases to Heroku infrastructure using ETL pipelines. This cut down costs and improved efficiency.
First Impressions at InvestTech
Compared to Sourcesense, InvestTech had a more structured environment. While the work wasn’t always thrilling, the clarity of tasks and well-defined processes were a breath of fresh air. I also had the chance to meet some great people, including Pierpaolo DiDato and others, who made the experience enjoyable.
Lessons Learned
This period taught me several lessons about career growth and decision-making: 1. Trust Your Instincts: If a role feels off, don’t ignore that feeling. It’s better to make a change than to stay stuck. 2. Value Clarity: A structured environment can make all the difference in productivity and satisfaction. 3. Every Role Adds Value: Even if the work feels mundane, there’s always something to learn—whether it’s technical skills or interpersonal connections.