Tech Jobber Podcast

Chris Schwenk
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🚀 Tech Career Insights | Startup Stories | Miami Tech Scene 🚀 Discover the hottest tech careers and digital innovation trends on our cutting-edge podcast! We dive deep into the world of technology, artificial intelligence, blockchain, and entrepreneurship. 🎙️ Weekly interviews with: - Fortune 500 Tech Executives - Successful Startup Founders - Miami's Tech Leaders - Software Engineers & Developers - Data Scientists & AI Experts - Cybersecurity Specialists - Product Managers & UX Designers - Tech Recruiting Insights 📈 Learn about: - Career growth in tech - Emerging technologies (AI, ML, IoT, VR/AR) - Startup funding & venture capital - Personal branding for tech professionals - Work-life balance in high-tech jobs - Remote work opportunities - Tech industry networking 🎬 High-quality video content filmed at Content HQ Studios, Miami, FL 📱 Shareable clips for LinkedIn, Instagram, TikTok, and Twitter

  1. 56m ago

    How to Become a Data Engineer in 2026? (Roadmap, Skills & Salary)

    Is Data Engineering still a good career in 2026? Or is AI replacing Data Engineers?   In this episode of TechJobber, we sit down with a Chief Data Officer to discuss the future of data careers, how AI is changing the industry, what companies are actually hiring for, and the skills every aspiring Data Engineer needs today.   We also dive into Snowflake vs Databricks, certifications, AI engineering, data governance, business skills, and why understanding business may soon matter more than simply knowing SQL or Python. Whether you're a student, Data Analyst, Data Engineer, Analytics Engineer, BI Developer, or Software Engineer looking to transition into data, this conversation offers practical advice from someone who hires data professionals.   🚨 Tech Job Search Toolkit ($49) Includes: Resume templates used by senior engineers LinkedIn headline optimization framework Interview prep guide   Used by candidates landing $120k–$300k roles.   Get it here: https://techchris6.gumroad.com/l/xjxkbs   What you will learn: ✅ Is Data Engineering still a good career? ✅ Will AI replace Data Engineers? ✅ Data Engineer roadmap for 2026 ✅ Snowflake vs Databricks ✅ Are Data Engineering certifications worth it? ✅ AI for Data Engineers ✅ Data Governance explained ✅ Business skills every Data Engineer needs ✅ How to stand out in Data Engineering interviews ✅ Advice from a Chief Data Officer   🎙️ ABOUT TECH JOBBER PODCAST: TechJobber helps students and professionals build successful careers in technology through career roadmaps, recruiter insights, software engineering, AI, cloud computing, cybersecurity, product management, enterprise technology, and interviews with industry leaders. Hosted by Chris Schwenk, founder of Delos Staffing. In this channel, every episode reveals insider hiring strategies from someone who has actually placed people in these roles. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

  2. 3d ago

    Top 8 Jobs AI created That Pay $130K to $500K That Barely Existed 3 Years Ago

    AI didn't just replace jobs. It also created entirely new ones that pay between $150,000 and $400,000 a year, and most people applying to tech jobs right now don't even know these roles exist yet.    As a tech recruiter who fills these positions, the most common thing I see is companies posting these roles and getting almost no qualified applicants. Not because the pay is low. Because the talent pool is so new that most candidates are still looking for the wrong jobs. This video breaks down the 8 highest-paying AI jobs that barely existed three years ago, what each role actually does, what skills are required, and exactly what companies are paying in 2026.   While AI-related job postings grew 74% in a single year. These roles are not going away. The gap between supply and demand for this skill set is one of the widest I have seen in 18 years of recruiting and that gap is what is driving the salaries.   What you will learn: ✅ Highest paying AI jobs ✅ AI career roadmap ✅ AI Engineer salary ✅ AI Product Manager ✅ Machine Learning Engineer ✅ AI Solutions Architect ✅ AI Automation Specialist ✅ AI Consultant ✅ Skills required for AI careers ✅ Future jobs in Artificial Intelligence   🎙️ ABOUT TECH JOBBER PODCAST:   TechJobber helps students and professionals build successful careers in technology through career roadmaps, recruiter insights, software engineering, AI, cloud computing, cybersecurity, product management, enterprise technology, and interviews with industry leaders. Hosted by Chris Schwenk, founder of Delos Staffing. In this channel, every episode reveals insider hiring strategies from someone who has actually placed people in these roles. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

  3. Jul 10

    This Tech Job is So In Demand People Are Faking Experience

    What if a tech job paid $95 per hour, required no certification, and was in such high demand that candidates started faking their experience just to get interviews? (YouTube Link in the Comments)   In this video, we uncover one of the most overlooked careers in enterprise software, Workday consulting. Chris Schwenk, an 18-year tech recruiter, breaks down exactly why Workday careers are one of the most underserved and highest-paying specialties in enterprise technology right now, why the talent pool cannot grow the way AWS or Python did, and the three real paths in when the certification is literally locked behind employment.   Through a real recruiting story, we also explore how fake candidates are trying to exploit this opportunity, what actually happened during a live interview, and the legitimate paths to building a career in Workday.   What you will learn: ✅ Why Workday is mission-critical, proprietary, and perpetual, the exact recipe that produces the rates ✅ Why partners bill $200 to $400 per hour for the same skill set that earns $95/hr on contract ✅ Why the Workday certification cannot be earned without already working at Workday or a partner firm ✅ How the locked certification creates a talent shortage that has lasted for years and shows no sign of ending ✅ The 5 Workday career families: HCM Functional, Financials, Integrations, Reporting, Security and Admin ✅ Which career family is the accessible entry point and which one is where the senior rates concentrate ✅ The 3 real paths in: pivot from inside your current company, join a partner firm, or bridge from SAP or Oracle   🎙️ ABOUT TECH JOBBER PODCAST: Hosted by Chris Schwenk, founder of Delos Staffing. In this channel, every episode reveals hidden high-paying tech careers, real salary breakdowns, and insider hiring strategies from someone who has actually placed people in these roles. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

  4. Jul 9

    Alan Wizemann Breaks Down Digital Transformation at Target, AT&T, and Lululemon

    Digital transformation isn't a buzzword — it's one of the highest-paid, least-understood career paths in tech.    In this episode, digital transformation executive Alan Wizemann breaks down how he led change at Target, AT&T, Dollar Shave Club, Lululemon, and Southern Glazers — with no degree and no MBA. If you're eyeing a digital transformation career, a digital transformation consultant path, or you just want to know how transformation actually works inside billion-dollar companies, this is the insider breakdown nobody gives you.   We get into why ~50% of transformations fail (and it's not the tech), the contrarian metrics philosophy he swears by, the Target Cartwheel story that became a multi-billion-dollar product, and why product management is the #1 on-ramp into transformation leadership.   🎙️ In this episode: ✅ What digital transformation actually means (beyond the buzzword) ✅ Why most transformations fail — and the real fix ✅ The Target contrarian bet that paid off big ✅ How to break into transformation leadership (the PM path) ✅ Building a career with no degree and no MBA   ⏱️ Chapters: 00:00 Understanding Digital Transformation 01:20 Identifying the Need for Change 04:06 Case Studies in Transformation 08:49 Navigating Organizational Culture 15:18 Measuring Success in Transformation 18:23 Engagement and Leadership Dynamics 24:53 Navigating Industry Agnosticism in Transformation 27:36 Understanding Digital Transformation Failure Rates 31:26 Identifying Common Themes in Company Transformations 33:59 Strategic Decision-Making in Competitive Landscapes 38:07 The Role of Product Management in Digital Transformation 41:37 Career Pathways in Digital Transformation 45:55 Building Effective Teams for Transformation Success   💬 Which of these surprised you the most? Drop it in the comments — I read every single one of them.   🔔 Subscribe for hidden tech careers paying $150K-$800K+. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

  5. Jul 6

    Linkedin Optimization: Get Job offers in just 30 Days

    Not getting recruiter messages on LinkedIn?   Sending applications but hearing nothing back?   Then this video is for you.   The truth is, most job seekers think LinkedIn optimization is only about adding more certifications, more keywords, or more projects.   But that’s not what gets recruiters interested.   What actually matters is differentiation.   In this video, we break down the exact LinkedIn strategy that helped an entry-level cloud engineer go from zero recruiter outreach to getting hired in just 30 days.   🚨 Tech Job Search Toolkit ($49)   Includes: Resume templates used by senior engineers LinkedIn headline optimization framework Interview prep guide Used by candidates landing $120k–$300k roles.   Get it here: https://techchris6.gumroad.com/l/xjxkbs   You’ll learn: ✅ Why recruiters ignore most LinkedIn profiles ✅ The biggest LinkedIn mistake job seekers make ✅ How to optimize your LinkedIn headline ✅ What recruiters notice in the first 4 seconds ✅ How to build a memorable personal brand ✅ The Differentiator Stack Framework ✅ How to stand out in crowded tech job markets ✅ How to get more recruiter messages organically   We also discuss why certifications alone are no longer enough.   Whether you are targeting roles in: • Cloud Engineering • DevOps • Cybersecurity • Data Engineering • AWS • Software Engineering • IT Infrastructure   You are competing with thousands of similar candidates.   That means your resume, certifications, and projects only get you into the pool.   Your story gets you the interview.   This video covers the powerful “Differentiator Stack” framework:   Layer 1 — Commodity Your degree, certifications, bootcamp   Layer 2 — Specialty Cloud, DevOps, Security, Data   Layer 3 — Signal Your unique story that makes you memorable   The candidates getting hired today are not always the most qualified. They’re often the most memorable. If you want better job opportunities in tech, stronger recruiter outreach, and a LinkedIn profile that actually works, watch till the end. Your LinkedIn profile should not just say what you do. It should tell people why YOU. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

  6. Jul 2

    She Hacked a System at 12… Now She Reveals Cybersecurity Secrets

    Cybersecurity is one of the fastest-growing tech careers in 2026—but how do you actually get started?   In this video, cybersecurity expert Bianca Lewis shares the real truth about cybersecurity careers, AI’s impact on security jobs, certifications, degrees, salaries, and the best career paths for beginners.   🚨 Tech Job Search Toolkit ($49) Includes: Resume templates used by senior engineers LinkedIn headline optimization framework Interview prep guide   Used by candidates landing $120k–$300k roles   Get it here: https://techchris6.gumroad.com/l/xjxkbs   We discuss: ✅ How to start a cybersecurity career from scratch ✅ Best cybersecurity jobs in 2026 ✅ Whether AI will replace cybersecurity professionals ✅ Certifications vs college degree ✅ Entry-level cybersecurity roadmap ✅ Women in cybersecurity ✅ Highest paying cybersecurity roles ✅ How to get hired with no experience   If you're interested in ethical hacking, SOC analyst roles, penetration testing, cloud security, GRC, governance, threat intelligence, or AI security, this video will help you understand where the biggest opportunities are.   Bia also explains why networking, personal branding, and real-world projects matter more than most people realize.   Cybersecurity continues to evolve with AI, cloud computing, and emerging digital threats. While AI is automating some low-level tasks, it is also creating entirely new roles in governance, AI security, and advanced threat intelligence.   Whether you're a student, career switcher, fresher, or IT professional, this interview gives practical advice on how to build a successful cybersecurity career in 2026 and beyond.   Watch till the end for rapid-fire insights on: Best cybersecurity certifications Overhyped career paths Underrated high-paying roles Beginner mistakes to avoid   Subscribe for more interviews on high-paying tech careers, AI careers, product management, software engineering, and future-proof skills. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

  7. Jun 29

    Breaking Into DevSecOps: The Career Path Nobody Talks About

    DevSecOps is one of the highest-paying non-coding tech careers in 2026 — with senior DevSecOps and DevOps roles paying $250K–$300K+ as individual contributors.   In this episode, global DevSecOps leader Ratzil Rodriguez breaks down the DevSecOps career path, how DevOps vs DevSecOps actually differ, cloud security, large-scale cloud migration, and the exact skills you need to become a DevSecOps engineer without a traditional coding background.We unpack how to break into DevSecOps from network admin, cybersecurity, or platform engineering — and why "shifting left" on security is the skill companies are desperate to hire for. Ratziel shares what he looks for when building global teams, how CI/CD pipelines and observability really work, and why connecting technical work to business impact is what separates $150K engineers from $300K leaders.   🚨 Tech Job Search Toolkit ($49) Includes: Resume templates used by senior engineers LinkedIn headline optimization framework Interview prep guide   Used by candidates landing $120k–$300k roles.   Get it here: https://techchris6.gumroad.com/l/xjxkbs   🎯 What you'll learn in this episode: ✅ DevOps vs DevSecOps — the real difference (and why it pays more) ✅ How to start a DevSecOps career from network, security, or platform roles ✅ Cloud security fundamentals: IAM, secrets management, and monitoring ✅ Large-scale cloud migration — what breaks and how to plan for it ✅ CI/CD pipelines and observability explained simply ✅ IC vs management — how to hit $300K without becoming a manager ✅ The skills and mindset that future-proof a DevSecOps career   Ratziel Rodriguez is a global DevSecOps leader with deep experience in cloud security, automation, and building high-performing engineering teams across enterprise environments.   👇 Which DevSecOps path are you considering — security, platform, or DevOps? Drop it in the comments. I read every single one of them.   🔔 Subscribe for more hidden tech careers paying $150K–$800K+ that nobody's talking about Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

  8. Jun 25

    AI Product Managers are making $300K+ in Healthcare: Salary, Skills & Career Roadmap

    AI Product Managers are making $300K+ in Healthcare: Salary, Skills & Career Roadmap, AI is transforming healthcare faster than ever.   But one of the most important careers driving this revolution isn’t Data Science or Machine Learning engineering…   It’s AI Product Management.   In this video, we explore how AI Product Managers are shaping the future of healthcare by bridging technology, clinical workflows, business strategy, and human-centered design.   We also discuss what skills are needed to break into AI Product Management, whether you need coding skills, and how top PMs create massive business impact.   🚨 Tech Job Search Toolkit ($49) Includes: Resume templates used by senior engineers LinkedIn headline optimization framework Interview prep guide   Used by candidates landing $120k–$300k roles.   Get it here: https://techchris6.gumroad.com/l/xjxkbs   In this video, you’ll learn: ✅ What AI Product Managers actually do ✅ Why healthcare AI is growing rapidly ✅ How AI improves patient outcomes ✅ Skills required for AI Product Management ✅ How non-technical professionals can enter AI PM roles ✅ Common interview mistakes that hurt candidates ✅ What separates average PMs from elite PMs   00:00 Intro – Why AI in Healthcare Matters 00:40 AI in Healthcare Reaches an Inflection Point 02:47 How to Start a Career in AI Product Management 05:11 Real-World AI Impact in Healthcare 08:09 Human Oversight & AI Governance 09:53 AI Solving Doctor Shortages in Rural Areas 10:41 Career Advice for Aspiring AI Product Managers 14:08 Best Courses & Training for Healthcare PMs 15:29 How Non-Tech People Can Enter AI Product Management 17:26 Can Nurses & Healthcare Professionals Transition? 19:52 Why AI Product Managers Will Earn More 22:29 $120K vs $300K Product Managers — Key Difference 27:45 Turning Strategy Into Business Impact 29:50 Tips for Standing Out in a Crowded Job Market 34:13 Biggest Interview Mistakes Product Managers Make 36:08 What AI Skills Should You Learn Right Now? 39:21 Final Thoughts & Mentoring Resources   Topics Covered: • AI Product Management • Healthcare AI • Product Manager Career Roadmap • AI in Healthcare • Responsible AI • LLM Applications • Healthcare Technology Careers • Product Management Interviews   Key Areas Discussed: • Clinical outcomes • Operational efficiency • Financial impact • User experience improvements • AI governance and compliance • Product strategy and commercialization   One major takeaway from this interview:   Great product managers don’t ask: “What features should we build?”   They ask: “What outcome are we trying to achieve?”   That mindset separates average PMs from elite AI leaders.   If you want to build a career in AI, Healthcare Tech, Product Management, or Digital Health, this video is for you.   Like, share, and subscribe for more career insights. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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🚀 Tech Career Insights | Startup Stories | Miami Tech Scene 🚀 Discover the hottest tech careers and digital innovation trends on our cutting-edge podcast! We dive deep into the world of technology, artificial intelligence, blockchain, and entrepreneurship. 🎙️ Weekly interviews with: - Fortune 500 Tech Executives - Successful Startup Founders - Miami's Tech Leaders - Software Engineers & Developers - Data Scientists & AI Experts - Cybersecurity Specialists - Product Managers & UX Designers - Tech Recruiting Insights 📈 Learn about: - Career growth in tech - Emerging technologies (AI, ML, IoT, VR/AR) - Startup funding & venture capital - Personal branding for tech professionals - Work-life balance in high-tech jobs - Remote work opportunities - Tech industry networking 🎬 High-quality video content filmed at Content HQ Studios, Miami, FL 📱 Shareable clips for LinkedIn, Instagram, TikTok, and Twitter

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  • Creator
    Chris Schwenk
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2026
  • Episodes
    107
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Chris Schwenk 2024
  • Show Website
    Tech Jobber Podcast

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