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Ep. 137 - What Data Job is Right for you? Breaking down Data roles

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In this episode, Cecilia welcomes Riya Joshi, a Data and Applied Scientist on the Microsoft Edge Browser team, to demystify the wide world of data roles. Riya breaks down the field into four core paths—analyst, engineering, science, and product—explaining the purpose, required skills, and career fit for each. Drawing from her journey from India to the USA, Riya offers guidance on how to assess your strengths, explore industry niches, and build skills that align with your goals. The conversation covers everything from storytelling with data and domain knowledge to navigating job descriptions and preparing for technical interviews. Riya shares tips on building real-world experience through projects and bootcamps, structuring CVs, and preparing for interviews. Whether you’re switching careers or just starting out, this episode is packed with practical advice and inspiration to help you break into and thrive in data.
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In this episode, Cecilia welcomes Riya Joshi, a Data and Applied Scientist on the Microsoft Edge Browser team, to demystify the wide world of data roles. Riya breaks down the field into four core paths—analyst, engineering, science, and product—explaining the purpose, required skills, and career fit for each. Drawing from her journey from India to the USA, Riya offers guidance on how to assess your strengths, explore industry niches, and build skills that align with your goals. The conversation covers everything from storytelling with data and domain knowledge to navigating job descriptions and preparing for technical interviews. Riya shares tips on building real-world experience through projects and bootcamps, structuring CVs, and preparing for interviews. Whether you’re switching careers or just starting out, this episode is packed with practical advice and inspiration to help you break into and thrive in data.
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