PODCAST · technology
Working In Tech
by juwonthetechie
Welcome to the Working in Tech Podcast, where industry professionals in cybersecurity, DevOps, cloud computing, project management, product management, data analytics, UX design, Scrum, and more come to share their invaluable insights. If you're a tech newbie, this podcast is your guide to starting a new career in tech.Join us as our guests generously reveal their personal journeys into tech, offering a wealth of knowledge on challenges, opportunities, and effective strategies that will help you build your dream career in tech.
Episodes
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Ep 90 - How to Become A Tech Founder with Eric Jones
On this episode of #WorkingInTech, we're talking to Eric “Doctor Dapper” Jones. Eric is a tech founder, cultural strategist, and entrepreneur building the future of community-driven experiences. He is the founder of Memberly, a platform helping event producers turn their audience into members and...
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Ep 89 - How to Become A Network Security Engineer with Wali Egal
In this episode, we feature a Network Engineer with experience supporting large-scale network systems. Their work focuses on keeping complex networks reliable, secure, and efficient, including deploying critical infrastructure, improving performance, and using automation to streamline...
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Ep 88 - How to Become A Program Manager with Alexandria Sauls
On this episode of #WorkingInTech, we’re talking to Alexandria, a Senior Program Manager at Google. With nine years of experience in tech, she’s worked at major companies like Amazon, Uber, PayPal, and now Google.While building her career in big tech, Alexandria also founded NoCeilings Career...
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Ep 87 - How to Become A Privacy Engineer with Modupe Akintan
On this episode of #WorkingInTech, we’re talking to Modupe Akintan, a Privacy & AI Engineer at Amazon with a strong interest in tech policy. Modupe went from being the top student in her Computer Engineering program in Nigeria to earning her Master’s at Stanford University and has since worked at...
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Ep 86 - How to Become A Technology Strategist with Jarrett Albritton
The #WorkingInTech series follows the career journeys of thriving tech professionals. We unpack their stories to turn lessons learned into useful tips to help you make winning career moves. On this episode of #WorkingInTech, we’re talking to Jarrett Albritton — a technology strategist, community...
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Ep 85 - How to Become A Technical Product Manager with Sandra Mosquera
On this episode of #WorkingInTech, we’re talking to Sandra Mosquera Vargas. Sandra is an Afro-Colombian immigrant and award-winning tech executive with nearly a decade of experience leading technical product teams at Fortune 500 companies, including Thomson Reuters, Comcast, and JPMorgan Chase.…
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Ep 84 - How to Become A Software Engineer with Uma Abu
The #WorkingInTech series follows the career journeys of thriving tech professionals. We unpack their career stories to turn lessons learned into useful tips to help you make winning career moves. On this episode of #WorkingInTech, we’re talking to Uma Abu. Uma is a Software Engineer at Netflix,...
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Ep 83 - How to Become A Cloud Engineer with Des Weston
On this episode of #WorkingInTech, we’re talking to Desiree Weston. Des is proof that it’s never too late to pivot into tech. After a successful career in accounting and enterprise software, she is now becoming a Cloud Engineer with a focus on AI/ML. She’s currently working on AWS certifications...
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Ep 82 - How to Become A Site Reliability Engineer with Chuks C-Madu
On this episode of #WorkingInTech, we're talking to Chuks C-Madu. Chuks is a Site Reliability Engineer with experience at top companies like LinkedIn and Netflix. He also spent three years as the founder of Manful Health, a men’s mental health startup. Passionate about mentoring, Chuks teaches...
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Ep 81 - How to Become An AI Strategist with Kierra Dotson
On this episode of #WorkingInTech, we’re talking to Kierra Dotson. Kierra is a multi-disciplinary technologist with experience in data, cloud engineering, cloud DevOps, and artificial intelligence. As a data + AI practitioner, speaker, and startup founder, she’s on a mission to make the field…
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Ep 80 - How to Become A Technical Program Manager with Adekunle Ayodele
On this episode of #WorkingInTech, we're talking to Adekunle Ayodele. Adekunle is a Senior Technical Program Lead at Meta with over 25 years of experience leading program and product execution across complex, high-impact initiatives. He’s the founder of Fostr, a global community supporting…
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Ep 79 - How to Become A Cloud Sales Engineer with DJ Lewis
On this episode of #WorkingInTech, we’re talking to DJ Lewis, a top-performing Sales Engineer who helps enterprise leaders turn big cloud, data, and AI plans into real results. He’s responsible for driving multi-million dollar cloud revenue and partnering with executive teams to simplify complex...
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Ep 78 - How to Become An Accessibility Engineer with Homer Gaines
On this episode of #WorkingInTech, we’re talking to Homer Gaines, a designer, UI engineer, and certified accessibility professional with over 30 years of experience. With a background in behavioral psychology and neurology, Homer leads and promotes accessibility at every stage of the product...
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Ep 77 - How to Become A Strategy & Operations Manager with Chima Onyewuchi
On this episode of #WorkingInTech, we’re talking to Chima, a seasoned tech strategist with 10 years of experience leading strategy and operations across e-commerce, health-tech, gaming, and fintech.Chima started his career in management consulting before transitioning into tech, where he’s…
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Ep 76 - How to Become A Developer Advocate with Bree Hall
On this episode of #WorkingInTech, we're talking to Bree Hall. Bree is a Software Engineer turned Developer Advocate at HubSpot who’s passionate about making tech more accessible. She creates technical content to help developers build on their own and feel more confident in their skills. Bree…
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Ep 75 - How to Become a Solutions Architect with Kadisi Mitee
On this episode of #WorkingInTech, we’re talking to Kadisi Mitee. Kadisi is an Enterprise Solutions Architect at Amazon Web Services (AWS), where he builds cloud solutions at scale. He began his tech journey as a temporary fulfillment center associate and joined AWS in 2020. Since then, he has...
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Ep 74 - How to Become A Software Engineer with Milecia McGregor
On this episode of #WorkingInTech, we're talking to Milecia McGregor. Milecia is an Associate Director and Senior Staff Engineer at Method, where she helps startups build full-stack TypeScript prototypes and manage cloud infrastructure on AWS. She’s held engineering leadership roles at Mediavine,...
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Ep 73 - How to Become A Technical Program Manager with Casey Jostine
On this episode of #WorkingInTech, we're talking to Casey Jostine. Casey started his career as a 7th-grade math teacher through Teach For America before pivoting into tech. He went on to earn a Master’s in Information Systems and now works as a Technical Product Manager at Microsoft, where he…
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Ep 72 - How to Become A Solutions Architect with Jerome Johnson
On this episode of #WorkingInTech, we're talking to Jerome Johnson, II. Jerome is a tech executive with over 20 years of experience in both the commercial and government sectors. As Director of Solutions Architecture for National Security at AWS, he leads a portfolio in cloud solutions and…
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Ep 71 - How to Become A Customer Success Manager with Tochi Kanu-Ivi
On this episode of #WorkingInTech, we're talking to Tochi. Tochi is a tech professional with experience across Technology Sales, Program Management, and Technology Advisory. She has worked with global companies like Deloitte, Oracle, KPMG, Microsoft, and currently UiPath, where she helps…
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Ep 70 - How to Become A Cybersecurity Engineer with Lee Clayton
On this episode of #WorkingInTech, we're talking to Lee Clayton. Lee is a cybersecurity professional specializing in security control implementation and cyber tooling. He’s worked in the Department of Defense sector, as well as in startups and the financial industry.Lee is focused on making the...
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Ep 69 - How to Become A Data & AI Engineer with Ebere Oyekwe
On this episode of #WorkingInTech, we’re talking to Ebere — a tech creator, data expert, and community builder. She is the founder of Tekdlin, a company focused on advanced data and AI solutions. She also runs Konnect, a growing tech networking event in Dallas.Ebere has nearly a decade of...
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Ep 68 - How to Become A UX Designer with Matthew Robinson
On this episode of #WorkingInTech, we’re talking to Matthew Robinson. Matthew is a UX designer, tech innovator, and digital storyteller, bridging the gap between creativity and user experience. With leadership experience at Google and work with brands like Samsung, Marvel, and L’Oréal, he’s…
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Ep 67 - How to Become An Innovation Advisor with Bianca Jackson
The #WorkingInTech series follows the career journeys of thriving tech professionals. We unpack their career stories to turn lessons learned into useful tips to help you make winning career moves.On this episode of #WorkingInTech, we're talking to Bianca J. Jackson. Bianca is a leader at the...
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Ep 66 - How to Become A Software Engineer with Kedron Abbott
On this episode of #WorkingInTech, we’re talking to Kedron Abbott. Kedron is a Senior Software Engineer at HashiCorp, where he works on making software more reliable, secure, and easy to use at scale.He also serves on the board of Geeks &&, a San Antonio-based tech community with over 2,000...
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Ep 65 - How to Become A Data Engineer with William Orgertrice
On this episode of #WorkingInTech, we're talking to William Orgertrice. William is a data engineer at Cargill, one of the largest privately owned companies in the U.S., where he helps develop data solutions that impact billions of people daily.With experience at Fortune 500 companies like The…
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Ep 64 - How to Become A Software Engineer with Increase Divine-Wisdom
On this episode of #WorkinginTech, we're talking to Increase Okechukwu Divine-Wisdom. Increase is the Co-Founder and CEO of Habilis Fusion Inc., a Canadian startup using AI to revolutionize how people connect with skilled professionals. He is also the founder of Anecdotal AI, an award-winning...
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Ep 63 - How to Become An Employee Experience Manager with Shantell Thomas
On this episode of #WorkingInTech, we're talking to Shantell. Shantell has built a remarkable career with roles at Fortune 500 companies like IBM, Lenovo, and Amazon. She’s also the Managing Founder of Inside Out Strategies, where she focuses on using tech for good. Shantell is passionate about...
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Ep 62 - How to Become A Cloud Security Engineer with Daniel Imhans
On this episode of #WorkingInTech, we're talking to Daniel Imhans. Daniel is a cloud security expert with over eight years of experience across different industries.As the founder of HackerProof HQ, he helps individuals and organizations improve their cybersecurity. Through his mentorship…
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Ep 61 - How to Become A Software Engineer with Victoria Walker
On this episode of #WorkingInTech, we're talking to Victoria Walker. Victoria is the Founder of Vivify Solutions Inc., a one-stop-shop software development company operating remotely out of Atlanta, GA. She specializes in building teams and creating seamless, repeatable processes to help…
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Ep 60 - How to Become A Software Engineer with Levi Okoye
On this episode of #WorkingInTech, we're talking to Levi. Levi is a software developer, content creator, and college student passionate about building products that make a difference.Through his YouTube channel, Levi shares insights on the tech industry, upskilling, and career growth, helping...
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Ep 59 - How to Become A Data Analytics Engineer with Esther Taiwo
On this episode of #WorkingInTech, we're talking to Esther Taiwo. Esther is an AI & Data Analytics Engineer who has worked with industry leaders like Access Bank, American Express, and SDG&E. She uses technology to solve problems, unlock insights, and fuel business growth. As a member of…
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Ep 58 - How to Become A Security Engineer with Olasunkanmi Sodunke
On this episode of #WorkingInTech, we're talking to Olasunkanmi, also known as Yaki. Yaki is a cybersecurity enthusiast, developer, and tech problem-solver pursuing his Master’s in Cybersecurity at Purdue University with a perfect 4.0 GPA. Yaki has gained experience at companies like Bloomberg,...
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Ep 57 - How to Become A Security Engineer with Devonie Nelson
On this episode of #WorkingInTech, we're talking to Devonie Nelson. Devonie began her cybersecurity journey in 2022 while pursuing a Master’s in Security Management at the University of Houston-Downtown. With no technical background, she overcame challenges and discovered her passion for the…
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Ep 56 - How to Become A Solutions Architect with Eno Akpan
On this episode of #WorkingInTech, we're talking to Eno Akpan. Eno is a Solution Architect with a background in biomedical and software engineering. After starting her career at Goldman Sachs, she transitioned into biomedical research before finding her place in the tech world. Eno brings a…
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Ep 55 - How to Become A Product Manager with Walner Dort
On this episode of #WorkingInTech, we're talking to Walner Dort. Walner is a Senior Product Manager at Microsoft with a strong background in engineering, team leadership, and product operations. He leads work on Defender for APIs and DevOps Security as part of the Customer Engineering (CXE) team,...
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Ep 54 - How to Become A Wireless Solutions Consultant with Wes Jones
On this episode of #WorkingInTech, we’re talking to Wes Jones, a seasoned Wireless Solutions Consultant with over six years in telecommunications, working with industry leaders like AT&T and T-Mobile. Wes has built his career helping businesses optimize through custom connectivity solutions, from...
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Ep 53 - How to Become A UX Strategist with Zalyia Grillet
On this episode of #WorkingInTech, we're talking to Zalyia Grillet, a UX Conceptual Creative with over 11 years of experience transforming user experiences for Fortune 500 companies like Deloitte Digital, General Electric, and Salesforce. Recognized on platforms like Beyoncé’s site and People of...
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Ep 52 - How to Become A Product Manager with Kanika Tolver
The #WorkingInTech series follows the career journeys of thriving professionals, unpacking their stories to turn lessons learned into practical tips to help you make winning career moves. In this episode of #WorkingInTech, we’ll be talking to Kanika Tolver, CEO, founder of Career Rehab, LLC, and…
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Ep 51 - How to Become An AI Innovation Manager with Rachel Alexander
The #WorkingInTech series showcases the diverse journeys of successful tech professionals, offering valuable insights to help you navigate your own career path. In this episode, we're talking with Rachel Alexander, AI Innovation Lead at Clario. With over a decade of experience in product and...
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Ep 50 - How to Become An Account Executive with Khalil Simmons
What does it take to sell tech products for Google? Listen to find out. The #WorkingInTech series follows the career journeys of thriving tech professionals. We unpack their career stories to turn lessons learned into useful tips to help you make winning career moves. On this episode of...
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Ep 49 - How to Become A Staff Engineering Manager with Anjuan Simmons
Tech is a team effort, and knowing how to nurture multi-functional teams is what leads to great products. On this episode of #WorkinginTech, we're talking to Anjuan. Anjuan is a seasoned software development leader with over two decades of experience. At companies like Accenture and Deloitte, as...
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Ep 48 - How to Become A Brand Strategist with Zaakirah Muhammad
Passionate about technology since childhood, Zaakirah has impacted numerous individuals and companies across various tech fields. As a cancer survivor and PCOS warrior, she brings a unique perspective to her work. Zaakirah will share her journey in HealthTech and photography, keys to empowering...
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Ep 47 - How to Become A Technical Program Manager with Krista Palmer
Ready to shift from coding to non-coding roles? Krista's got the blueprint! The #WorkingInTech series follows the career journeys of thriving tech professionals. We unpack their career stories to turn lessons learned into useful tips to help you make winning career moves. On this episode of...
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Ep 46 - How to Become A UX Researcher with Maleea Kim
How do companies like Instagram, Duolingo and Spotify create apps that wow their customers every single day? Maleea, a UX Researcher, has the answers. On this episode of #WorkingInTech, we're talking to Maleea Sade Kim. Maleea is a UX Researcher who transitioned into tech after earning degrees in...
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Ep 45 - How to Become A Site Reliability Engineer with Bobby Dorlus
Meet the man that helped build Twitter! The #WorkingInTech series follows the career journeys of thriving tech professionals. We unpack their career stories to turn lessons learned into useful tips to help you make winning career moves. On Friday 9/20, I’ll be speaking with Bobby Dorlus, a…
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Ep 44 - How to Become A Business Strategist with Jevic Muteba
What do the FBI, PlayStation, and Google all have in common? They all need top talent. And throughout his career, Jevic has been the go-to expert helping companies like these hire the right people, especially Black talent in tech. On this episode of #WorkinginTech, we're talking to Jevic Muteba....
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Ep 43 - How to Become A Technical Consultant with Jonathan Exume
How do you build teams for the biggest tech companies? On this episode of #WorkingInTech, we're talking to Jonathan Exume. Jonathan is a technical consultant with a focus on building teams that align personal and company goals. With experience in various technologies including Windows, Mac, iOS,...
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Ep 42 - How to Become An AI & Robotics Specialist with Terrence Southern
Have you ever met someone who builds robots for a living? Well, you're in luck. On this episode of #WorkingInTech, we're talking to Terrence Southern. Terrence is a Robotics, Automation & Artificial Intelligence Specialist with 25 years of experience. As the CEO of Robotopia, he’s implemented...
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Ep 41 - How to Become A Customer Success Manager with Chris Tazewell
Is AI the future of sales? Discover the answer this Thursday with Chris Tazewell, a seasoned Customer Success expert. On this episode of #WorkingInTech, we're talking to Chris Tazewell. Chris is a Program Manager of Customer Success with over seven years of experience in sales, solution delivery,...
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
Welcome to the Working in Tech Podcast, where industry professionals in cybersecurity, DevOps, cloud computing, project management, product management, data analytics, UX design, Scrum, and more come to share their invaluable insights. If you're a tech newbie, this podcast is your guide to starting a new career in tech.Join us as our guests generously reveal their personal journeys into tech, offering a wealth of knowledge on challenges, opportunities, and effective strategies that will help you build your dream career in tech.
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