Working In Tech

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.

  1. 4 HR AGO

    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, where he works on large-scale distributed systems. He began his career at Microsoft and now shares his experience to help others grow in tech. Through his social media channels, Uma creates content for software engineers — offering technical insights, career tips, and practical advice for learning and navigating the tech industry. Uma will share his journey from Microsoft to Netflix, how he builds distributed systems at scale, and advice for engineers looking to level up their skills and careers. 𝕏 CONNECT WITH ME ON SOCIALS 𝕏 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/juwonthetechie/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/JuwonTheTechie Threads: https://www.threads.net/@juwonthetechie IG: https://www.instagram.com/juwonthetechie/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/juwon-io/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@juwonthetechie CONNECT WITH UMA LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/umaabu/ Coaching and Courses: https://umacodes.com/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@umacodes Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/umacodes/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/UmaAbu CHAPTERS 0:00 - Intro 1:20 - Why Tech? 10:00 - Building Consistency 14:30 - Tech Stack 16:50 - Misconceptions about SWE 19:30 - Are CS degrees overrated? 23:00 - SWE Interviews 28:42 - Picking a Right Path 32:15 - FAANG 34:35 - Getting a Job in 2025 42:50 - Networking 51:00 - Going the Extra Mile 53:30 - Certifications 57:00 - Learning Right 1:09:03 - Final Words 1:11:53 - Conclusion

    1h 12m

  2. 12 SEPT

    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 and building AI/ML projects powered by AWS, while also sharing her journey on YouTube and social media to inspire other Black and Brown women to break into tech. Des is also the co-host of Commit & Slay, a podcast that highlights the stories of women of color making their mark in tech and business. She will share her story of starting fresh in tech, her approach to learning cloud and AI/ML, and how she’s using her platform to inspire others to make bold career moves. 𝕏 CONNECT WITH ME ON SOCIALS 𝕏 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/juwonthetechie/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/JuwonTheTechie Threads: https://www.threads.net/@juwonthetechie IG: https://www.instagram.com/juwonthetechie/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/juwon-io/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@juwonthetechieCONNECT WITH DES LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/desiree-weston/

    1h 7m

  3. 5 SEPT

    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 people how to break into the industry by leveraging their authentic stories with employers. Guided by his belief in practical execution and “creating your own luck,” he aims to inspire others to build careers that reflect who they are. Chuks will share his journey across tech and entrepreneurship, insights on mentorship, and advice on how to create your own opportunities in the industry.𝕏 CONNECT WITH ME ON SOCIALS 𝕏 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/juwonthetechie/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/JuwonTheTechie Threads: https://www.threads.net/@juwonthetechie IG: https://www.instagram.com/juwonthetechie/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/juwon-io/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@juwonthetechieCONNECT WITH CHUKS LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ccmadu/ Website: http://www.manfulhealth.com/ CHAPTERS 0:00 - Intro 1:20 - Why Tech? 4:40 - Breaking into SRE Without a Degree 6:20 - Skills you need in SRE 12:15 - Communication 18:00 - Business Knowledge in Tech 29:50 - The Personality Type for SRE 37:30 - Networking 46:00 - Asking the Right Questions 53:40 - Career Progression 56:40 - Resume Review 1:00:40 - Final Words 1:01:40 - Conclusion

    1h 3m

  4. 29 AUG

    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 more accessible and help people successfully pivot into tech. Through her platforms on Substack, Twitter, LinkedIn, TikTok, and Instagram, Kierra brings culture, creativity, and accessibility into conversations about technology. She also leads The Data Bloq, a consulting and career coaching firm where she has guided hundreds of professionals to secure new roles, promotions, and lasting career growth. Kierra will share her journey building in data and AI, why accessibility in tech matters, and the lessons she’s learned coaching professionals into thriving careers. 𝕏 CONNECT WITH ME ON SOCIALS 𝕏 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/juwonthetechie/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/JuwonTheTechie Threads: https://www.threads.net/@juwonthetechie IG: https://www.instagram.com/juwonthetechie/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/juwon-io/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@juwonthetechie CONNECT WITH KIERRA LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kierra-dotson-8a2b05111/ Newsletter: https://dataconversationalist.substack.com/ CHAPTERS 0:00 - Intro 1:10 - Why Tech? 7:30 - Being a Self-starter 13:02 - Getting the First Opportunity 17:12 - Should I Learn to Code? 24:20 - Discovering Love for Tech 29:30 - The Art of Not Knowing & Impostor Syndrome 34:57 - AI in Home Appliances 42:09 - Tech Roles in FinTech 47:30 - Sacrifices and Hard Work 1:01:05 - Shoutouts 1:04:25 - Conclusion

    1h 5m

  5. 22 AUG

    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 Africans and allies in Big Tech and startups. He also created Podway, a guided platform that helps people gain clarity and momentum in their careers and lives through structured pods and community support. Adekunle will share how he’s built a career at the intersection of strategy, execution, and community, and how he’s helping underrepresented talent thrive in tech.𝕏 CONNECT WITH ME ON SOCIALS 𝕏 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/juwonthetechie/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/JuwonTheTechie Threads: https://www.threads.net/@juwonthetechie IG: https://www.instagram.com/juwonthetechie/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/juwon-io/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@juwonthetechieCONNECT WITH ADEKUNLE LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/adekunleayodele/ CHAPTERS 0:00 - Intro 0:50 - Building Technology to Big Tech 13:10 - Mentorship 26:00 - FAANG, Google Rejections, Interview Tips 37:00 - Giving the Right Signals in Interviews 51:00 - Resume Tips 59:30 - Fostr, Podway, and Community Building 1:03:00 - Final Words 1:08:30 - Conclusion

    1h 9m

  6. 15 AUG

    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 systems. A Georgia Tech alum, DJ is also deeply involved in the Atlanta community, raising hundreds of thousands for scholarships and mentoring first-gen professionals. DJ will talk about how he built a career at the intersection of tech and strategy, and how he stays grounded through community work.𝕏 CONNECT WITH ME ON SOCIALS 𝕏 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/juwonthetechie/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/JuwonTheTechie Threads: https://www.threads.net/@juwonthetechie IG: https://www.instagram.com/juwonthetechie/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/juwon-io/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@juwonthetechieCONNECT WITH DJ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/djlewis212/CHAPTERS 0:00 - Intro 0:50 - Why Tech? 6:10 - Learning Cloud 13:15 - Finding A Sales Job 19:50 - Sales Engineer Skills 32:20 - Prioritization 41:25 - Getting the First Job 55:00 - Working outside your Comfort Zone 1:03:30 - Final Words 1:04:06 - Conclusion

    1h 5m

  7. 8 AUG

    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 development process. Homer will share how his career has shaped his approach to inclusive design, what accessibility looks like in real product teams, and tips for building tech that works for everyone. 𝕏 CONNECT WITH ME ON SOCIALS 𝕏 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/juwonthetechie/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/JuwonTheTechie Threads: https://www.threads.net/@juwonthetechie IG: https://www.instagram.com/juwonthetechie/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/juwon-io/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@juwonthetechie CONNECT WITH HOMER LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/homergaines/ Blog: http://www.rightbadcode.com/ Speaker Booking: https://sessionize.com/homergaines CHAPTERS 0:00 - Intro 1:16 - Accessibility in Tech 7:20 - Breaking into UX 25:45 - Opportunities in Accessibility 35:16 - Career Path 40:00 - Simple Communication 48:10 - Empathy in UX 1:02:05 - Final Words 1:03:40 - Conclusion

    1h 4m

  8. 1 AUG

    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 applied his analytical skills to solve complex problems at scale. Passionate about sharing what he’s learned, Chima also mentors aspiring tech professionals and helps others build careers that can evolve with the industry.He’ll share how to grow across industries, build transferable skills, and stay relevant in a fast-changing field.𝕏 CONNECT WITH ME ON SOCIALS 𝕏Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/juwonthetechie/Twitter: https://twitter.com/JuwonTheTechieThreads: https://www.threads.net/@juwonthetechieIG: https://www.instagram.com/juwonthetechie/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/juwon-io/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@juwonthetechieCONNECT WITH CHIMALinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chima-onyewuchi-394a7432/CHAPTERS0:00 - Intro1:30 - Why Consulting?5:45 - Strategy & Ops13:40 - Building Strategic Skills19:17 - Switching into Tech22:45 - Tips for Newcomers24:45 - Experience in Multiple Industries34:00 - Embracing AI45:30 - Salary Expectations47:40 - Bad Advice, Interview Tips51:30 - Final Advice57:50 - Conclusion

    59 min
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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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  • Creator
    juwonthetechie
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2025
  • Episodes
    84
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © juwonthetechie
  • Show Website
    Working In Tech