I am Dip (pronounced like Deep “Learning” 😉) - a Founding Engineer at Complete! I am passionate about solving software engineering problems. My hope is to help the Complete team build the best products for better compensation strategy and transparency.
I have worked at startups my entire career. Prior to joining Complete, I was working as a Senior Software Engineer at Thistle (a plant-forward meal delivery services company). I joined Thistle at the seed stage and helped build tools for both external and internal-facing customers. Before Thistle, I worked at another startup, Stratus Video (AMN Healthcare). Stratus provided audio, video, and in-person language interpretation systems to hospitals and medical professionals.
Additionally, I am passionate about solving climate crisis-related problems. I am currently a partner and engineering advisor at a non-profit called Climate Connect. I am always happy to chat about climate change and how we can all participate in improving our environment.
I grew up in India and moved to the USA in 2015. Fun fact: I knew how to read and write in English but could not speak fluently until 2013. I started watching American TV shows like Friends to improve my fluency in English. My first coworker can attest to how basic my spoken English was when I started working at Stratus. 😀
I try to spend my time offline when I am not working. So these days, my hobbies and interests revolve around spending time offline.
I love to travel. I enjoy learning about different cultures. I really enjoy talking to locals and learning about their lives. I solo traveled to New Zealand in 2023 for 2 months, which changed my perspective about the world. I have traveled to 25 states in the USA and 7 other countries. I hope to travel more sustainably over the years. 🙂
Hiking around Mt. Cook, South Island, New Zealand
After experiencing a major COVID infection in 2020, I became interested in health and fitness. I enjoy working out, running, swimming, and bike riding. I have participated in seven 10k (6.2 miles) races and finished my first half marathon in 2024. Additionally, I really enjoy learning about physical and mental health.
First half marathon
In addition to my efforts to address climate-related issues, I find great joy in volunteering and community service. Every weekend, I volunteer at a local food bank, which helps me stay grounded and provides a deep sense of gratification. This passion for service likely stems from my father, who, at the age of 68, continues to assist elderly individuals and offers his services at a local temple to support underprivileged people.