From Security Guard to Software Engineer – The Inspiring Journey of Abdul Alim

• ByStartupStory     |    October 11, 2025

“If you have the will to learn, no obstacle is too big.” – this belief defines the remarkable story of Abdul Alim, who transformed his life from working as a security guard to becoming a software engineer at Zoho, one of India’s leading tech companies.

A Humble Beginning

In 2013, Abdul Alim set out from his hometown with just ₹1,000 in his pocket — ₹800 of which he spent on a train ticket. He arrived in Chennai with no job and no place to stay. After weeks of struggle, he finally found employment as a security guard at Zoho Corporation, led by visionary founder Sridhar Vembu.

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