🚀 No straight lines. No perfect plans. Just real women, building real careers in tech.

In our latest DevLab episode, we sat down with Kristy, Henrietta and Lila from Leonardo: three engineers working across aerospace, manufacturing and AI. Each of them took a completely different route into tech. Think psychology degrees, apprenticeships, career pivots and a whole lot of self-teaching.

We talked:
👀 Visibility and role models in STEM
🤖 Innovation in AI, aerospace and defence
💬 Imposter syndrome, soft skills and asking the "silly" questions
📈 How Leonardo supports career growth, inclusion and mobility

It’s honest, insightful, and packed with advice for anyone exploring (or rethinking) their place in tech. Read more about Leonardo: https://hackajob.com/company/leonardo?hsLang=en

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💻 From historic cottages to high-tech code, Jen's journey into software engineering at BAE Systems is anything but typical.

In this new episode of DevLab, Jen shares:

⚙️ How she pivoted from history and heritage to tech
✅ What it’s really like to break into engineering through a bootcamp
👩‍💻 Her thoughts on AI, imposter syndrome and why we need more women in the room

A candid, motivating look at what it takes to carve out a new path in tech. Listen now.

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In this episode of DevLab, Adam Davis, Senior Systems Development Manager at bet365, shares insights on:

🔧 Why bet365 embraced Go and how it’s transformed scalability and system reliability
 ⚡ The toughest challenges and biggest wins moving from .NET monoliths to microservices
 👥 How to build strong software teams and spot future leaders during big tech shifts

Plus, Adam opens up on nurturing culture, supporting career growth, and what’s next for tech at bet365.✨

Press play to hear the inside story on pushing tech boundaries while keeping teams motivated and evolving fast.

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What does it take to go from writing code to leading customer conversations at scale?

Josh Hicks, Senior Technical Sales Engineer at Jumpmind, joins us to talk:

🚀 Scaling to 70K databases and 20M changes/hour
🌧️ When data goes sideways (and how to fix it)
🔁 How to keep engineers engaged as companies grow
💼 What technical sales *actually* looks like

From building SymmetricDS to supporting retailers like Petco and Build-A-Bear, Josh has done it all, and still finds time to write code.

If you’ve ever asked "What’s next after dev?",  this one’s for you.

🔥 Discover more about Jumpmind here: https://www.jumpmind.com/

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Ever wondered how AI and tech innovation are transforming healthcare from the inside? Meet Charlotte Trott, Senior Program Manager, and Adrian Samuel, Senior AI & ML Platform Engineer, both driving real change at GSK’s Onyx team.
 In this episode, they share:

• Their unique career journeys and how they blend science, tech & talent to tackle global health challenges 
• The impact of generative AI in speeding up drug discovery 
• Honest advice on collaboration, career growth, and the exciting future of personalised medicine 

If you’re curious about AI’s real impact beyond the hype or how tech roles in biotech evolve, this episode’s packed with insights and honest stories.

If you are interested in finding out more about how GSK uses data, please visit https://privacy.gsk.com/en-gb/privacy-notice/privacy-principles/.

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 How do you break into product if you didn’t start in tech?

In this episode of DevLab, we chat with Martin Sheeran (Director of Digital Product), Lauren Ronan (Digital Product Manager), and Stacey Hudson (Digital Talent Lead) from N Brown (read more about N Brown here: https://hackajob.com/company/n-brown-group).

We cover: 

• Non-linear career paths in tech 
• Why mentorship is more than a buzzword 
• The real skills that matter in digital product teams 
• What hiring managers actually look for in product candidates
• And yes, we talk AI. But in a refreshingly grounded way.

If you're navigating a career shift or thinking about your next move in tech, this one’s worth a listen.

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From teacher to Army officer to cyber leader — Mike Petty, ACTP CNO Technical Director at ManTech, has seen the security landscape change a lot. In this episode, we dig into: 

🔐 How cybersecurity moved from niche to non-negotiable 

🤖 AI’s impact (and why we need to stop sleepwalking into risk) 

💡 What orgs and individuals really need to stay ahead 

Packed with sharp insights, practical advice, and a few stories that might just change how you think about breaking into cyber. 

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In this episode of DevLab, we chat with Athena, Developer and Instructional Engineer at ManTech, about breaking into cybersecurity, overcoming imposter syndrome, and why continuous learning is the key to success in tech. 

Key takeaways: 
💡 AI is changing cybersecurity—both as a tool and a threat. 
🔓 Cyber threats evolve constantly, and staying ahead takes curiosity and adaptability. 
💭 Imposter syndrome? Everyone feels it. The key is to take that first step. 

If you’re into cybersecurity, tech careers, or just love a good career pivot story, this one’s for you. 🎧 

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In this episode, we sit down with Charlene and Stephen from Leonardo.

Charlene shares her journey from Aircraft Technician in the military to Helicopter Mechanical Instructor, finding the same sense of belonging at Leonardo. 

Stephen, now an Engineering Capability Lead, reflects on how he applies the skills gained in the military to his current role and fosters collaboration across divisions. 

Discover how career development programs empower employees to grow and thrive in the tech and defence industry at Leonardo.

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We explore the evolving landscape of tech talent hiring in an AI-driven world 🤖

Mark Chaffey (CEO), Sam Berthoud (VP of Talent Solutions), and special guest Hung Lee (Founder, Recruiting Brainfood), explore the challenges of sourcing qualified candidates amidst market volatility and rising demand for flexibility.

They’ll discuss:

📈 The hiring trends of 2024, from fluctuating demand to navigating the surge in AI-driven auto-apply tools.
👤 Why identifying and hiring “qualified candidates” has become more complex—and critical—than ever.
🚀 hackajob’s innovative solutions, including flexible hiring models, designed to empower both employers and candidates in a changing market.

Listen now! 🎧

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