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Beyond The Build

Uma Abu and Ope Osunkoya
Artificial Intelligence
Software Engineering
Netflix
Microsoft
Zillow
Privacy
Openai
Layoffs
Documentation
Amazon
Amazon Web Services
Fulfillment
Networking
Anthropic
AI Security
Product Management
Spacex
Communication
Feedback
Open-Source Software

Beyond The Build is a podcast about the real, unfiltered experiences of being a software engineer. Hosted by two seasoned engineers, Uma and Ope, we dive into the highs, the lows, and everything in between—from career growth and technical challenges to work-life balance and industry insights. Whether you're an aspiring developer or a seasoned pro, join us as we explore the parts of tech that don’t... more

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Recent Guests

Carlos Attek
Career coach and recruiter with 20+ years in tech recruiting
Independent recruiter / career coach
Episode: EP27: 20+ Years in Tech Recruiting (How Hiring Decisions Are Made)
Felix Ekwueme
Executive, former IC, immigrant in tech, technical advisor at Amazon
Amazon
Episode: EP18: Amazon Leader Reveals What Separates High Performers from Leaders
Fola Bolo Dioku
Senior Security Engineer at Amazon Web Services (AWS)
Amazon Web Services
Episode: EP16: From Lagos to South Africa to a US Tech Giant - Career Lessons From A Digital Nomad
Thien-Y Le
PM at Microsoft for six and a half years; guest on the show
Microsoft
Episode: EP13: Inside the Mind of a Senior Product Manager at Microsoft

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Ope Osunkoya
Co-host of the show; frequent contributor, discussing engineering practice, AI, and career topics.
Uma Abudu
Co-host of the show; frequent contributor, focusing on career growth, engineering culture, and practical workflows.

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4.9 out of 5 stars from 29 ratings
  • So relatable

    Their conversation is so transparent and relatable. You feel how simple and easy your “problems” are. You aren’t the only facing the setbacks you currently see, especially in the tech space

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Ashraf Abdul-Muumin
    United Statesa year ago
  • Encouragements

    Absolutely love how engaging the conversations are especially for someone like me who hasn’t had the opportunity to work at the corporate level yet. Keep up guys, we’ve been waiting for the next episode for a while now.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Emmacodes
    United Statesa year ago

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Engaging, especially for listeners without corporate experience, with practical, actionable guidance.
Relatable and transparent discussions that help you realize common tech problems aren't unique.
A go-to for engineers seeking career strategies and honest takes on AI in software development.

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EP29: AI Anxiety, Surviving Probation and Layoffs - Ask Us Anything
Q: What steps do you take when joining a new team or company?
Meet the team, set up one-on-ones, learn team history and priorities, clarify your interests, and take on tasks to learn how the team operates before choosing specific projects.
EP29: AI Anxiety, Surviving Probation and Layoffs - Ask Us Anything
Q: How can junior software engineers improve at system design interviews when working in niche industries that don't involve distributed systems?
Expose yourself to system design concepts through reading, joining clubs or communities like the code room, and seek internal lateral moves to teams that handle distributed systems to gain practice at scale.
EP29: AI Anxiety, Surviving Probation and Layoffs - Ask Us Anything
Q: How do you fight irrelevance and underpayment as a self-taught software engineer without a degree?
Value delivery matters more than formal education; demonstrate capability through real projects, internships, portfolio work, and confidence in solving problems rather than fixating on the degree.
EP29: AI Anxiety, Surviving Probation and Layoffs - Ask Us Anything
Q: How do you survive probation and position yourself for impact when joining a new company?
Focus on learning, delivering value with minimal supervision, asking good questions, and documenting processes; avoid creating avoidable problems and demonstrate quick adaptation.
EP29: AI Anxiety, Surviving Probation and Layoffs - Ask Us Anything
Q: How can a junior developer who just graduated learn the tech job in today's fast-moving world of AI and automation?
Respondents emphasize proving you can do the work and building visible, verifiable examples; stay AI-native, build in public, and reach out to people to showcase your capabilities and problem-solving skills.

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This show centers on the real-world experiences of software engineers, with candid discussions about career growth, practical engineering practices, and the changing tech landscape shaped by AI, governance, and platform ecosystems. Across episodes, the hosts unpack topics like AI-enabled workflows, recruitment and branding for engineers, team collaboration, and how to navigate fast-changing environments while maintaining reliability and meaningful work. Notable elements include concrete playbooks for onboarding, feedback, and career strategy, plus a recurring emphasis on practical outcomes, transparency, and building culture within engineering teams. The format frequently features two veteran engineers sharing personal stories, lessons lear... more

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