You can learn a lot about a workplace by watching how people work throughout the week. At Ascendion, a leader in AI-powered software engineering, teams stay focused and still have room to keep learning as tools, timelines, and technical demands shift.
Saqib Khan, Vice President of Ascendion’s Global Talent Engine, describes it this way:
“A great workplace is evident as soon as someone starts their day. They’re able to come in with a clear mind, connect easily with their teams, and feel comfortable being themselves. This is the kind of environment where they can do their best work.”
That comfort influences how people work with one another and how projects progress. It allows room for learning, problem-solving, and shared responsibility, traits that show up consistently in how teams operate across the organization.
Learning as Part of Everyday Work
At Ascendion, learning is not separated from the job. As tools and working methods change, employees have the space to understand what’s new, experiment, and apply those insights directly to their work. Much of that learning builds on experience people already possess.
Technology plays a visible role in this environment, influencing how daily engineering work is delivered. Teams work with AI-powered platforms that reduce repetitive effort, improve quality, and bring clarity to complex systems across the software development lifecycle. These tools sit within the flow of work, supporting human decision-making rather than replacing it.
“Our people talk about how quickly things change in our field, and how the support around them makes it easier to keep learning. There’s a lot of curiosity within the teams, which helps everyone adjust as the work shifts. You see the same themes in public Ascendion reviews, people mentioning the chance to learn, the support they get from their teams, and the exposure to newer technologies,” Khan says.
That support shows up through collaboration, people working through challenges together, sharing context, and trying new approaches as part of delivery. Learning becomes a part of the work itself.
How Growth Develops
Growth at Ascendion tends to follow interest and curiosity. Some people build deeper expertise in the roles they start in. Others gradually move into new areas as their interests develop and their skills expand. These changes often happen when people are encouraged to explore and given the opportunity to try.
Khan describes his own experience:
“I started in talent acquisition, and over time my work stretched into areas I never pictured for myself—financial modeling, forecasting, talent management, even global operations. A lot of that came from working side-by-side with other teams and picking things up as we solved problems together. Leaders noticed what I was interested in and gave me room to try.”
As technology becomes more embedded in engineering work, new roles and combinations of skills continue to emerge. Careers don’t follow a single, rigid path; they often take shape gradually through experience.
The Feel of the Workday
As automation and AI take on more routine tasks, the way people spend their time has shifted. Less effort goes into repetitive validation and maintenance, freeing teams to focus on collaboration, judgment, and complex problem-solving.
“The real difference shows in how people describe their days: more breathing room, more focus, and a healthier balance of their days,” Khan says.
Across a global organization, shared systems and clear coordination help work move forward. With teams working in different locations and time zones, that consistency makes it easier to hand work off, build on progress, and improve outcomes together.
Community Beyond Daily Work
Alongside delivery work, employees also take part in sustainability initiatives, cultural programs, capability-focused Circles, hackathons, and community efforts. These groups form around shared interests and continue through ongoing participation.
“I’ve been at this company for almost twenty years. I’ve seen how much people enjoy getting involved beyond their daily workload. There are plenty of chances to volunteer or support local efforts, and teams take those opportunities whenever they can,” Khan says.
These activities add another layer to how people connect, strengthening relationships across teams.
Why the Work Matters
The impact of the work becomes clearer when people see how it shows up in everyday life. Ascendion teams build and support software used in healthcare systems, financial services, retail platforms, travel experiences, and digital products people interact with regularly.
“When employees see these results, whether it’s through friends, family, or their own daily lives, it creates a sense of pride—we helped build that,” Khan reflects.
Over time, these experiences shape how people feel about their work and their place within it. At Ascendion, culture takes form through consistent practice—how people work, learn, apply technology, and grow together.
