The special series to put a spotlight on our international staff, “Eyes, JAPAN Employee Interview” is back! Entering the fourth year of this series, our first interviewee is Satvik Ganesh from India.

He has been working in Eyes, JAPAN for almost 1 year, and we would like to ask him about his experience living in Japan and working in Eyes, JAPAN!

(Interviewer: Angie)

A Journey from India to Japan: Life, Hobbies, and Studies

Satvik’s favorite thing about his home country is its diverse culture and delicious food. Growing up in India, he enjoyed the variety of flavors and dishes that make his country special. He came to Japan to pursue his undergraduate studies at the University of Aizu. However, his interest in Japan began after hearing stories from his father, who had lived there many years ago.

According to Satvik, life in Aizu is much quieter and more laid-back compared to the bustling streets of Tokyo. He likes the calm atmosphere and enjoys spending his weekends differently depending on the season—going out to eat with friends in the summer and staying indoors during the cold winter. In his free time, he enjoys drawing, cooking, and playing video games. He also likes watching documentaries and trying out new recipes. And among his skills, he is most proud of his ability to draw and cook.

Currently, Satvik is studying Computer Science and will soon start his research on Spiking Neural Networks.

Work at Eyes, JAPAN

Did you have any job experiences before joining Eyes, JAPAN?

Satvik: I did an internship under a cybersecurity company back in India during my summer break. However, this is my first time doing a part-time job.

How did you know about Eyes, JAPAN and why did you decide to join Eyes, JAPAN?

Satvik:  I learnt about Eyes, JAPAN through my university friends who work here. I decided to join Eyes, JAPAN as I wanted to know what it is like working under a Japanese IT company and learn new skills.

What kind of role and projects have you been working on in Eyes, JAPAN?

Satvik: I’m an amateur front-end developer and I’ve worked on internal projects like making websites, presentation feedback system, and the weekly report system.

Could you let us know your most memorable project in Eyes, JAPAN?

Satvik: My most memorable project would be the Part-time Visualization Project. In this, I remember doing a challenging task that took me roughly 3 days to complete, but the satisfaction of completing it was the best thing ever!

Which customs in Eyes, JAPAN do you like the most?

Satvik: I like how everyone is supportive of each other at Eyes, JAPAN. I also like the weekly study session that is held on every Thursday where a member talks about the topics that they found interesting.

What do you think about your colleagues and working environment in Eyes, JAPAN?

Satvik: My colleagues are friendly and supportive and I can easily talk to them without feeling nervous. I find working at Eyes, JAPAN to be very nice. It’s a wonderful and cozy environment to work in.

What do you think about working at the company and working at home?

Satvik: I feel that working at the company makes you concentrate on your work more as you are surrounded by people who are also working so it motivates you to do your best. Working at home is fine when you are sick to get out of your home but still have energy to work remote.

What kind of problems or challenges have you faced while working in Eyes, JAPAN, and how did you solve it?

Satvik: Initially I was a bit shy and nervous to ask around my colleagues for new tasks but I slowly worked on it and I don’t get as nervous as before.

What kind of project do you want to work on in the future?

Satvik: In the future I would like to work on projects in the field of AI.

Finding Balance and Looking to the Future

To manage his work, studies, and personal time, Satvik relies on Google Calendar to create schedules and stay organized. His motivation comes from knowing that doing his best today will benefit him in the future.

For those who want to work in Japan, he recommends learning business-level Japanese, as it is essential in most Japanese companies. He also advises improving the specific skills needed for the job you want.

Last but not least, Satvik’s dream is to do what he enjoys while also contributing to the community. He hopes to continue growing and finding opportunities that align with his interests and goals.

Thank you!

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