RedCircle VERIFY_TOKEN_acf11012-8cc0-439e-ae77-9d157ce9e7a1 -- Rendered At Sun, 14 Jun 2026 03:34:58 +0000 About the Job https://redcircle.com/shows/about-the-job-career-insights en-US All rights reserved. Career Insights & Discovery J.A. Whittington A podcast about career discovery that explores employment options through interviews with people working in various roles to learn about their experiences in their careers. acf11012-8cc0-439e-ae77-9d157ce9e7a1 A podcast about career discovery that explores employment options through interviews with people working in various roles to learn about their experiences in their careers.

]]> episodic no J.A. Whittington careerinsightspodcast@gmail.com no full Navigating the World of Partner Solutions Architecture with Presales Wayne Navigating the World of Partner Solutions Architecture with Presales Wayne 2 J.A. Whittington In this episode of the "About the Job" podcast, we talk to Wayne, a Partner Solutions Architect famously known as Presales Wayne on TikTok. Wayne shares his unique career journey from being a software engineer to mastering the art of tech partnerships and pre-sales engineering. We discuss the nuances of his role, the impact of AI on the industry, and the challenges and opportunities within tech partnerships. In this episode of the "About the Job" podcast, we talk to Wayne, a Partner Solutions Architect famously known as Presales Wayne on TikTok. Wayne shares his unique career journey from being a software engineer to mastering the art of tech partnerships and pre-sales engineering. We discuss the nuances of his role, the impact of AI on the industry, and the challenges and opportunities within tech partnerships.

Show Notes: https://aboutthejob.whittington.dev/episodes/ep011-navigating-the-world-of-partner-solutions-architecture-with-presales-wayne

]]> <p>In this episode of the &#34;About the Job&#34; podcast, we talk to Wayne, a Partner Solutions Architect famously known as Presales Wayne on TikTok. Wayne shares his unique career journey from being a software engineer to mastering the art of tech partnerships and pre-sales engineering. We discuss the nuances of his role, the impact of AI on the industry, and the challenges and opportunities within tech partnerships.</p><p>Show Notes: <a href="https://aboutthejob.whittington.dev/episodes/ep011-navigating-the-world-of-partner-solutions-architecture-with-presales-wayne" rel="nofollow">https://aboutthejob.whittington.dev/episodes/ep011-navigating-the-world-of-partner-solutions-architecture-with-presales-wayne</a></p> 787d1b9e-265b-4bc1-bf00-503ebf0893a3 https://redcircle.com/shows/acf11012-8cc0-439e-ae77-9d157ce9e7a1/episodes/c93920f1-eeb7-4791-981d-eabc5f021454 Fri, 15 May 2026 17:36:28 +0000 6131 no full Climbing the Tech Ladder: Insights from a Director of Identity and Collaboration Climbing the Tech Ladder: Insights from a Director of Identity and Collaboration 10 J.A. Whittington Join us in Episode 10 of "About the Job" as we delve into the career journey of Pat Bufalino, a seasoned Director of Identity and Collaboration. Pat shares insights from his rich career path, emphasizing the importance of balancing technical skills with managerial responsibilities. Discover how continuous learning and adaptability play crucial roles in navigating the ever-evolving tech landscape. Join us in Episode 10 of "About the Job" as we delve into the career journey of Pat Bufalino, a seasoned Director of Identity and Collaboration. Pat shares insights from his rich career path, emphasizing the importance of balancing technical skills with managerial responsibilities. Discover how continuous learning and adaptability play crucial roles in navigating the ever-evolving tech landscape.


show notes: https://aboutthejob.whittington.dev/episodes/ep010-climbing-the-tech-ladder-insights-from-a-director-of-identity-and-collaboration

]]> <p>Join us in Episode 10 of &#34;About the Job&#34; as we delve into the career journey of Pat Bufalino, a seasoned Director of Identity and Collaboration. Pat shares insights from his rich career path, emphasizing the importance of balancing technical skills with managerial responsibilities. Discover how continuous learning and adaptability play crucial roles in navigating the ever-evolving tech landscape.</p><p><br></p><p>show notes: <a href="https://aboutthejob.whittington.dev/episodes/ep010-climbing-the-tech-ladder-insights-from-a-director-of-identity-and-collaboration" rel="nofollow">https://aboutthejob.whittington.dev/episodes/ep010-climbing-the-tech-ladder-insights-from-a-director-of-identity-and-collaboration</a></p> ec1c796a-036b-40ff-9328-49c26db58c7e https://redcircle.com/shows/acf11012-8cc0-439e-ae77-9d157ce9e7a1/episodes/845f887c-a55b-41db-8549-f0150088a804 Tue, 05 May 2026 18:24:06 +0000 8760 no full Navigating Cloud Engineering and Leadership with Levi McCormick Navigating Cloud Engineering and Leadership with Levi McCormick 2 J.A. Whittington In this episode of "About the Job," Levi McCormick, the Director of Cloud Engineering at Jamf, joins us to discuss his role and responsibilities. Levi delves into the intricacies of managing cloud platforms across AWS, Azure, and GCP, the dynamics of leading diverse teams, and the nature of technical leadership. He also shares his journey from a cloud architect to a director, offering insights into the technical and interpersonal skills needed at senior levels. Levi provides perspectives on hiring practices, career growth, and the ever-evolving landscape of cloud technology.


show notes: https://aboutthejob.whittington.dev/episodes/ep009-navigating-cloud-engineering-and-leadership-w-levi-mccormick

]]> <p>In this episode of &#34;About the Job,&#34; Levi McCormick, the Director of Cloud Engineering at Jamf, joins us to discuss his role and responsibilities. Levi delves into the intricacies of managing cloud platforms across AWS, Azure, and GCP, the dynamics of leading diverse teams, and the nature of technical leadership. He also shares his journey from a cloud architect to a director, offering insights into the technical and interpersonal skills needed at senior levels. Levi provides perspectives on hiring practices, career growth, and the ever-evolving landscape of cloud technology.</p><p><br></p><p>show notes: https://aboutthejob.whittington.dev/episodes/ep009-navigating-cloud-engineering-and-leadership-w-levi-mccormick</p> 69e8887d-2d3c-414b-92c6-0b2fa429352b https://redcircle.com/shows/acf11012-8cc0-439e-ae77-9d157ce9e7a1/episodes/9565dc8e-a2be-4051-a966-c5dce30a8b9f Tue, 28 Apr 2026 17:41:51 +0000 5925 no full Unraveling the Cybersecurity Maze with Abdiyo Unraveling the Cybersecurity Maze with Abdiyo 2 J.A. Whittington In this episode, we explore the dynamic field of cybersecurity with Abdiyo, a seasoned cybersecurity engineer. Abdiyo shares his unique journey into the cybersecurity realm, highlighting the importance of hands-on experience over certifications and the diverse paths available in the industry. From discussing the day-to-day challenges of incident response to contemplating the future impact of AI and automation, this episode provides a comprehensive look into what it takes to thrive in cybersecurity. In this episode, we explore the dynamic field of cybersecurity with Abdiyo, a seasoned cybersecurity engineer. Abdiyo shares his unique journey into the cybersecurity realm, highlighting the importance of hands-on experience over certifications and the diverse paths available in the industry. From discussing the day-to-day challenges of incident response to contemplating the future impact of AI and automation, this episode provides a comprehensive look into what it takes to thrive in cybersecurity.


Show Notes: https://aboutthejob.whittington.dev/episodes/ep008-cyber-security-w-abdiyo

]]> <p>In this episode, we explore the dynamic field of cybersecurity with Abdiyo, a seasoned cybersecurity engineer. Abdiyo shares his unique journey into the cybersecurity realm, highlighting the importance of hands-on experience over certifications and the diverse paths available in the industry. From discussing the day-to-day challenges of incident response to contemplating the future impact of AI and automation, this episode provides a comprehensive look into what it takes to thrive in cybersecurity.</p><p><br></p><p>Show Notes: https://aboutthejob.whittington.dev/episodes/ep008-cyber-security-w-abdiyo</p> b9a512a2-9bed-4de2-aaaa-7082be4b4669 https://redcircle.com/shows/acf11012-8cc0-439e-ae77-9d157ce9e7a1/episodes/92f85698-f38b-4e3e-af6a-ed5f33ca1793 Fri, 06 Mar 2026 20:03:39 +0000 5697 no full Navigating the World of Developer Advocacy with Bree and Lawrence Navigating the World of Developer Advocacy with Bree and Lawrence 2 J.A. Whittington Join us for an insightful panel discussion with Bree and Lawrence, both seasoned developer advocates, as we explore the dynamic and multifaceted role of developer advocacy. In this episode, we uncover the daily challenges, the misconceptions, and the passion that drives them. Learn about the unique career paths that led them to this role and how they manage the demands of public speaking and content creation on a global scale.


Show Notes: https://aboutthejob.whittington.dev/episodes/ep007-developer-advocacy-w-bree-and-lawrence

]]> <p>Join us for an insightful panel discussion with Bree and Lawrence, both seasoned developer advocates, as we explore the dynamic and multifaceted role of developer advocacy. In this episode, we uncover the daily challenges, the misconceptions, and the passion that drives them. Learn about the unique career paths that led them to this role and how they manage the demands of public speaking and content creation on a global scale.</p><p><br></p><p>Show Notes: <a href="https://aboutthejob.whittington.dev/episodes/ep007-developer-advocacy-w-bree-and-lawrence" rel="nofollow">https://aboutthejob.whittington.dev/episodes/ep007-developer-advocacy-w-bree-and-lawrence</a></p> 0dffd42f-d79a-4baf-a51c-c158f8849f5d https://redcircle.com/shows/acf11012-8cc0-439e-ae77-9d157ce9e7a1/episodes/d6c0294b-51ff-486a-8ea7-65b522d75644 Mon, 16 Feb 2026 17:15:16 +0000 3934 no full Navigating IT Architecture and Career Growth with Mech Navigating IT Architecture and Career Growth with Mech 2 J.A. Whittington In this episode of "About the Job," we kick off the second season with Mech, an IT architect who balances roles at two large companies while maintaining a family life. Mech shares his journey from a junior system admin to an IT architect, emphasizing the importance of hands-on experience over formal education. He discusses the typical responsibilities of an IT architect, the role of certifications, and what it takes to progress in IT careers.

show notes found at: https://aboutthejob.whittington.dev/episodes/ep006-it-architecture-w-wrechitmech

]]> <p>In this episode of &#34;About the Job,&#34; we kick off the second season with Mech, an IT architect who balances roles at two large companies while maintaining a family life. Mech shares his journey from a junior system admin to an IT architect, emphasizing the importance of hands-on experience over formal education. He discusses the typical responsibilities of an IT architect, the role of certifications, and what it takes to progress in IT careers.</p><p>show notes found at: <a href="https://aboutthejob.whittington.dev/episodes/ep006-it-architecture-w-wrechitmech" rel="nofollow">https://aboutthejob.whittington.dev/episodes/ep006-it-architecture-w-wrechitmech</a></p> 106fceec-c86a-43e4-933a-7d31cc4fef68 https://redcircle.com/shows/acf11012-8cc0-439e-ae77-9d157ce9e7a1/episodes/4a93a550-603e-4e30-a7c5-44ab7ced6367 Mon, 16 Feb 2026 17:00:20 +0000 4360 no full The Path to Full Stack Web Development with Lawrence The Path to Full Stack Web Development with Lawrence 5 1 J.A. Whittington Learn about the Full Stack Web Development career path with Lawrence. A Full Stack Web Developer at FedEx & content creator focused on promoting accurate information about how to get into tech. In this episode of About the Job, we sit down with Lawrence, a full stack developer at FedEx Services. Lawrence shares his journey from the restaurant industry to tech, detailing the skills he acquired through online resources and bootcamps. He provides a candid look at his daily responsibilities, the career progression within his company, and the importance of networking and continuous learning. Lawrence offers invaluable advice for those considering a career in tech, emphasizing the need for exploration and adaptability.


Show Notes: https://aboutthejob.whittington.dev/episodes/ep005-full-stack-web-development-w-lawrence

]]> <p>In this episode of About the Job, we sit down with Lawrence, a full stack developer at FedEx Services. Lawrence shares his journey from the restaurant industry to tech, detailing the skills he acquired through online resources and bootcamps. He provides a candid look at his daily responsibilities, the career progression within his company, and the importance of networking and continuous learning. Lawrence offers invaluable advice for those considering a career in tech, emphasizing the need for exploration and adaptability.</p><p><br></p><p>Show Notes: <a href="https://aboutthejob.whittington.dev/episodes/ep005-full-stack-web-development-w-lawrence" rel="nofollow">https://aboutthejob.whittington.dev/episodes/ep005-full-stack-web-development-w-lawrence</a></p> 96162265-dbcd-4b96-b4b7-72fb775e4da5 https://redcircle.com/shows/acf11012-8cc0-439e-ae77-9d157ce9e7a1/episodes/185a096d-1cd3-48ae-a159-9bc03eb8a207 Tue, 02 Aug 2022 12:30:00 +0000 6225 no full Data Science w/ Ace: Unraveling the Mystery of Machine Learning Data Science w/ Ace: Unraveling the Mystery of Machine Learning 4 1 J.A. Whittington Learn about the data science career path with Ace. A Data Scientist, professor of computer science & content creator. In this episode of the "About the Job" podcast, we sit down with Ace, a data scientist and PhD student, to delve deep into the evolving field of data science. Ace shares insights on the complexities and nuances of the role, the integration of AI in various sectors, and the future implications of machine learning. We also touch upon the importance of mentorship and the challenges faced by data scientists in both academia and industry.


Show Notes: https://aboutthejob.whittington.dev/episodes/ep004-data-science-w-ace

]]> <p>In this episode of the &#34;About the Job&#34; podcast, we sit down with Ace, a data scientist and PhD student, to delve deep into the evolving field of data science. Ace shares insights on the complexities and nuances of the role, the integration of AI in various sectors, and the future implications of machine learning. We also touch upon the importance of mentorship and the challenges faced by data scientists in both academia and industry.</p><p><br></p><p>Show Notes: <a href="https://aboutthejob.whittington.dev/episodes/ep004-data-science-w-ace" rel="nofollow">https://aboutthejob.whittington.dev/episodes/ep004-data-science-w-ace</a></p> 881720c8-9e4b-4d15-acab-83b02b8487c3 https://redcircle.com/shows/acf11012-8cc0-439e-ae77-9d157ce9e7a1/episodes/348c6c0c-b4e3-4cc9-9804-758b0b5a9aae Tue, 26 Jul 2022 10:01:27 +0000 6707 no full Demystifying the Data Analytics Career with KT Demystifying the Data Analytics Career with KT 3 1 J.A. Whittington so you wanna be a data analyst? Learn about the data analytics career path with KT. A tiktok creator and data analyst. In this insightful episode, KT, a seasoned data analyst, joins the "About the Job" podcast to shed light on the ins and outs of data analytics. KT discusses her journey from a math major to a data analyst, the skills required for the role, and the various career pathways available in the field. Listeners will gain a deeper understanding of the day-to-day responsibilities of a data analyst and get valuable advice for breaking into this exciting career.


Show Notes: https://aboutthejob.whittington.dev/episodes/ep003-data-analytics-w-kt

]]> <p>In this insightful episode, KT, a seasoned data analyst, joins the &#34;About the Job&#34; podcast to shed light on the ins and outs of data analytics. KT discusses her journey from a math major to a data analyst, the skills required for the role, and the various career pathways available in the field. Listeners will gain a deeper understanding of the day-to-day responsibilities of a data analyst and get valuable advice for breaking into this exciting career.</p><p><br></p><p>Show Notes: https://aboutthejob.whittington.dev/episodes/ep003-data-analytics-w-kt</p> fb8713ea-361f-4b21-a55b-94fa3ec54141 https://github.com/careerinsightspodcast/shownotes/blob/main/season01/episode03.md Mon, 11 Jul 2022 11:30:00 +0000 3607 no full Exploring Mobile App Development with CodeWithVincent Exploring Mobile App Development with CodeWithVincent 2 1 J.A. Whittington so you wanna be a mobile app developer? Learn about the mobile app development career with tiktok creator and mobile app developer Vincent. In this episode of About the Job, we explore the dynamic field of mobile app development with Vincent, a software engineer renowned for his social media presence under the name CodeWithVincent. Vincent shares his journey from a computer science student to a mobile developer, offers insights into the daily responsibilities of the role, and discusses the importance of continuous learning and side projects. He also provides valuable advice for those entering the tech industry, emphasizing the significance of practical experience over academic grades.


Show Notes: https://aboutthejob.whittington.dev/episodes/ep002-mobile-app-development-w-codewithvincent

]]> <p>In this episode of About the Job, we explore the dynamic field of mobile app development with Vincent, a software engineer renowned for his social media presence under the name CodeWithVincent. Vincent shares his journey from a computer science student to a mobile developer, offers insights into the daily responsibilities of the role, and discusses the importance of continuous learning and side projects. He also provides valuable advice for those entering the tech industry, emphasizing the significance of practical experience over academic grades.</p><p><br></p><p>Show Notes: <a href="https://aboutthejob.whittington.dev/episodes/ep002-mobile-app-development-w-codewithvincent" rel="nofollow">https://aboutthejob.whittington.dev/episodes/ep002-mobile-app-development-w-codewithvincent</a></p> 2aa79dcf-70fd-4e0c-9ffe-d4dfca211bce https://github.com/careerinsightspodcast/shownotes/blob/main/season01/episode02.md Mon, 11 Jul 2022 11:10:00 +0000 3829 no full Unlocking Computer Graphics Programming with Whittington Unlocking Computer Graphics Programming with Whittington 1 1 J.A. Whittington So you wanna be a computer graphics programmer? A brief host introduction and series introduction. Learn about careers as a computer graphics programmer as I am interviewed by my friend ace the data scientist who will be featured in a later episode about data science. In the premiere episode of "About the Job", host Whittington takes the spotlight to introduce himself and the podcast's mission to explore diverse career paths. Interviewed by his friend Ace, a data scientist, Whittington delves into the intricacies of being a computer graphics programmer. They discuss the skills needed, the impact of recent technological advancements like real-time ray tracing, and the potential career trajectories in this field. Whether you're a student or a professional considering a career change, this episode provides valuable insights into the world of computer graphics.


Show Notes: https://aboutthejob.whittington.dev/episodes/ep001-host-season-introduction-computer-graphics-programming-w-whittington

]]> <p>In the premiere episode of &#34;About the Job&#34;, host Whittington takes the spotlight to introduce himself and the podcast&#39;s mission to explore diverse career paths. Interviewed by his friend Ace, a data scientist, Whittington delves into the intricacies of being a computer graphics programmer. They discuss the skills needed, the impact of recent technological advancements like real-time ray tracing, and the potential career trajectories in this field. Whether you&#39;re a student or a professional considering a career change, this episode provides valuable insights into the world of computer graphics.</p><p><br></p><p>Show Notes: <a href="https://aboutthejob.whittington.dev/episodes/ep001-host-season-introduction-computer-graphics-programming-w-whittington" rel="nofollow">https://aboutthejob.whittington.dev/episodes/ep001-host-season-introduction-computer-graphics-programming-w-whittington</a></p> dacbfa18-94aa-4f3a-8aec-cac398b62b37 https://github.com/careerinsightspodcast/shownotes/blob/main/season01/episode01.md Thu, 07 Jul 2022 12:00:00 +0000 3726 no