Her Head's in the Cloud

What does it really take to move from hands-on coding to shaping the strategy behind high-performing tech teams? In this episode, Lisa Cutmore of Airtasker shares her remarkable journey from 15 years as a developer to a leadership role where empathy, resilience, and authenticity are her greatest assets. Join host Egle as she and Lisa dive into: The evolution from problem-solving in code to influencing product direction and team culture The subtle and overt challenges women face in engineering and leadership, including “paper cuts” and imposter syndrome How emotional intelligence and empathy can become leadership superpowers—even when it means wearing your heart on your sleeve The book that transformed Lisa’s approach to tough conversations: Crucial Conversations Practical advice for women starting out in tech: embrace your strengths, seek out empowering workplaces, and remember you are enough Whether you’re an aspiring leader, a seasoned engineer, or someone passionate about diversity in tech, this episode offers candid insights and actionable wisdom on leading with purpose and heart. Tune in for a conversation that celebrates difference, resilience, and the power of being unapologetically yourself  This podcast is brought to you by the Technology Recruitment Department powered by Precision Sourcing.  Host: Egle Scerbaviciute Guest: Lisa Cutmore 

In this engaging episode, we sit down with Jyoti Nara, IT Infrastructure and Operations Manager at Tilt Renewables. With 15 years of experience in the IT industry, Jyoti shares her fascinating journey from her early curiosity about fixing broken appliances to becoming a leader in infrastructure technology. She discusses how her experience at McDonald's shaped her ability to handle pressure, the massive shifts in infrastructure management during COVID-19, and the increasing importance of cybersecurity in a remote work environment. Jyoti offers practical advice for women entering the tech industry, suggesting they start with home labs and leverage existing industry experience when transitioning to IT roles. She also shares her thoughts on AI implementation while emphasizing the importance of maintaining security and caution in this rapidly evolving technological landscape.   This podcast is brought to you by the Technology Recruitment Department powered by Precision Sourcing.  Host: Egle Scerbaviciute Guest: Jyotti Nara

Join Egle, an experienced cloud engineering recruiter, as she dives into conversations with people working in DevOps, learning about their journeys into the industry, how they got to where they are, and sharing real stories about the wins, challenges, and trends shaping the field in Australia and beyond. Whether you're in tech or just curious, Her Head’s in the Cloud brings you insights and advice straight from those making it happen. This podcast is brought to you by the Technology Recruitment Department powered by Precision Sourcing.