Detected: Our Role Models in Tech Detected: Our Role Models in Tech
Curiosity meets Impact
Technology at VITRONIC is created by people who think precisely, act responsibly and stay curious. Women in STEM are a growing part of that. Across countries, disciplines and career paths, they bring expertise, perspective and drive to our global teams.
Despite progress in education and equal opportunity initiatives, women remain underrepresented in science, technology, engineering and mathematics worldwide.
According to UNESCO, women account for only around 35 % of STEM graduates globally, a figure that has remained largely unchanged for years.
Globally, women represent less than 30 % of the STEM workforce, while they make up nearly half of all employees in non-STEM professions.
These numbers highlight why diversity in STEM is not just a question of fairness. It is a key factor for innovation, resilience and sustainable technological progress.
Our Role Models in Tech
Technology does not exist in isolation. It reflects the people who design, develop and apply it.
At VITRONIC, diversity in STEM is not a principle on paper. It is a real driver of innovation. Different perspectives strengthen decision-making, improve collaboration and help ensure that our solutions perform reliably in the real world.
Across countries, disciplines and career paths, women in STEM play an increasingly important role within the VITRONIC Group. They take on responsibility in technical and leadership positions and actively shape the future of machine vision technology.
But what motivates them? And what paths led them there?
From Curiosity to Contribution
For many women in STEM at VITRONIC, curiosity was the entry point. What made them stay was the opportunity to create impact.
Working with complex systems, datadriven software and highprecision technologies means learning never stops.
Technology first caught my attention, because I’ve always been curious. I’ve genuinely always loved solving things
Shamsa working on her desk
Curiosity is what sparked my interest in technology. Impact is what made me stay.
Discovering Innate Abilities
From an early age, many women are confronted with stereotypes about what they are “naturally good at”. Technical subjects are still often perceived as less accessible, yet talent frequently emerges where encouragement and opportunity meet.
Mareike found her way into STEM through her private tutor. While she got private lessons due to some issues in language subjects, her tutor was a diploma physicist who detected her talent in math. He gave her math puzzles to solve, which made her realize this is where her strength lies. Today, Mareike applies this talent as a Test Engineer at VITRONIC.
Many things can be learned and are not innate abilities. Simply trying something is a lot of fun and you discover entirely new abilities within yourself
Challenges Faced Head-on
Technical careers are demanding, regardless of gender. Yet women in STEM often face an additional challenge: having to explain or justify their career choice in ways that men rarely must.
At VITRONIC, our women in STEM meet these challenges with competence and confidence, helping to challenge outdated assumptions and redefine expectations.
There comes a confidence with being in a male field that many women bring to the table. Confidence is key to becoming comfortable about being a woman in STEM
Shaping Technology — and the Future
One thing is certain: women at VITRONIC are helping to bring future-oriented technology to life. Their expertise, perspectives, and commitment strengthen our solutions across markets, industries, and continents.
By recognizing and fostering female talent in STEM, we contribute not only to technological excellence, but also to a more inclusive, safe and sustainable future.