Becoming AWSome featuring AIS Network Engineering Leaders

On this week's episode of Becoming AWSome, Ray Thomas hosted a special one-hour edition featuring three remarkable leaders from AWS's infrastructure organization's, Network Engineering team. The episode delved into the personal and professional lives of Jess Szmajda, GM for Firewall Manager; Sarah McComb, Principal Backbone Business Developer; and Maria Papaleo, UX Manager AIS.

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The conversation began with light-hearted questions to humanize the guests, such as how they spent their weekends and their most memorable vacations 🌴. This was followed by an engaging debate on whether they would prefer free travel ✈️ or free food 🍽️ for life, showcasing their unique personalities. The guests then shared detailed insights into their roles at AWS, with Jess discussing network security and role of being a GM 🔐, Sarah explaining the intricacies of building AWS's backbone infrastructure 🏗️, and Maria emphasizing the importance of user experience design 🎨. They also reflected on their career paths 🚀, challenges faced, and lessons learned, providing valuable advice for aspiring tech professionals. The episode concluded with a discussion on the inclusive culture at AWS 🌍 and current hiring opportunities 📢, encouraging viewers to explore careers at AWS and join their innovative teams.

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This episode of Becoming AWSome not only provided valuable insights into the professional lives of AWS leaders but also highlighted the human side of technology, making it a must-watch for anyone interested in tech careers and AWS culture. 🌐✨

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