I joined Yugabyte as a Software Engineer in the Yugabyte Cloud team on June 1, 2021. Throughout my undergraduate studies, I completed multiple software engineering internships and explored diverse domains, which led me to discover my interests in databases, distributed systems, and cloud. I was drawn to Yugabyte due to its innovative approach to developing high-performance distributed SQL databases, as evident from a talk by Karthik Ranganathan, the CTO and co-founder of Yugabyte. I joined YugabyteDB Managed, which offers a Database-as-a-Service platform, allowing me to work on cloud-related features and contribute to the product's growth. The team is comprised of exceptionally talented engineers with years of experience working on databases at top companies like Facebook and Oracle, providing an enriching environment for learning and growth. I had a smooth and enjoyable interview process, where I was assessed not only as a problem solver but also as someone who can learn, grow, and explore diverse areas. Yugabyte's commitment to open source and community involvement is commendable, making it an ideal fit for me. Overall, joining Yugabyte has been an exceptionally exciting experience, offering a tremendous learning opportunity with a supportive and highly motivated team.