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 ForbesBLK and Afrotech Insider, Esther is committed to advancing AI-driven strategies that empower businesses to expand and thrive.

Esther will share her journey into AI and data analytics, lessons from her work with leading companies, and advice for using technology to make an impact.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 ESTHERLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/esther-taiwo-aa84b4b2/

CHAPTERS

0:00 - Intro

1:10 - Breaking into Tech in 2025

8:00 - Getting the first Tech Job

13:00 - The First Two Offers

18:30 - Interviews

23:50 - Nigeria vs US

25:00 - Interviews are harder than the Job

28:30 - Frameworks for Interviews

31:00 - Finding out info about your Role

34:45 - Mentorship

44:30 - The day-to-day

47:00 - AI & Data Engineering

53:20 - Roadmap for Newbies

59:10 - Salary

59:45 - Final Words

1:00:50 - Conclusion