Parenthood Bytes

In this episode, we sit down with Aaron Hans, a Senior Engineer based in the Bay Area and a parent to two children aged 12 and 9. Aaron shares his experiences and insights into the delicate process of adjusting to the intersection of work and life, all while striving to be the best parent possible. A key theme in Aaron's discussion is the importance of having control over one's time. He em...

In this episode, we engage in a compelling conversation with Jon Koon, an Engineering Leader at Hubspot based in Atlanta, Georgia, who brings 15 years of rich experience in the tech industry. What makes Jon's story particularly unique is not just his professional journey but also his experience of becoming a parent at a younger age than most, raising three children aged 12, 10, and 8. He share...

In this episode, we chat with Bernadette, a Director of Risk who brings a unique perspective to the table. Despite spending the majority of her career outside the tech industry, she has embraced the challenges and opportunities of the field for the past 7 years. Bernadette shares the distinctive challenges of balancing work and family life, particularly the perpetual feeling that more could be don...

In this episode, we engage in a captivating conversation with Adam Cando, a seasoned software engineering manager at Loyal, with over 13 years of experience in the tech industry, and is currently raising a 4-year-old. Adam reflects on the advantageous aspects of a tech career, emphasizing the flexibility it affords, including accommodating work hours and the ability to be present for his child whe...

In this episode, we sit down with Pedro Rico, a seasoned Staff Software Engineer in the music streaming industry with 16-17 years of experience. Alongside his tech career, Pedro is also a dedicated parent to a 6-year-old son. Pedro candidly shares his most significant parental challenge—navigating the delicate balance between ambitious career goals and family life. Pedro talks about how he manages...

In this episode, we engage in a conversation with Ingrid Yen, a Staff Technical Program Manager at Github, who shares her insights and experiences of raising children, particularly at the ages of 6 and 12. One of the focus of the discussion revolves around the transition of kids to owning cell phones and the measures Ingrid has taken to both protect her children and educate them about responsible...

In this episode, we engage in a conversation with Will Ramirez, a Senior Software Engineer at Mongo DB, currently residing in Florida. Will generously shares his experiences of raising a 6-year-old and a 17-year-old, offering valuable insights for parents navigating the challenges of family life. Will's advice serves as a universal truth for all parents: no matter how meticulously you plan you...

Welcome to another episode of our podcast! In this installment, we sit down with Mahima, an Engineering Manager at Spotify, who currently lives in New York. She brings 18 years of tech industry experience to the table. Despite a career-focused trajectory in the earlier part of her professional life, Mahima became a parent just a few years ago, and her one-and-a-half-year-old son has since reshaped...

Episode 5 of Parenthood Bytes features an insightful conversation with Song, the VP of Technical Services at Nium, residing in the Bay Area. With almost 25 years of experience in the tech industry and a 17-year-old son, Song shares valuable perspectives on successful parenting in the tech world. The key lies in effective communication with both your company and your partner. Song highlights the si...

Welcome to another episode of Parenthood Bytes! In this edition, we sit down with Bobby, a Senior Project Manager at Amazon, currently based in Texas. Bobby shares the highs, lows, and the sheer joy of raising his two kids, aged 12 and 10. Bobby provides a candid look into the challenges and rewards of parenthood, offering his experience and wisdom. His practical tip for fellow parents is: anticip...

In this episode of Parenthood Bytes, we meet Julie Hollek, an inspiring mother and Director of Data Science at Mozilla, currently based in Texas. Julie shares her incredible journey as the primary breadwinner while raising two children, aged 11 and 17 months old, and how she successfully manages the responsibilities in collaboration with her partner. Julie's story unfolds as she navigates the...

In this episode of Parenthood Bytes, we talk to Abdul, who is an IT manager in Ireland, who juggles a demanding career at a large tech company while parenting two little ones, aged 4 and 2. He talks through the struggles and challenges of raising two young kids, but also the rewards that come along with it. Abdul shares invaluable insights for new parents and fellow parents in tech, urging them no...

In this episode, Chiao speaks with Jon, who is a Staff Software Engineer and currently a consultant. Jon talks about juggling life and work with two kids, age 8 and 10 and the struggles, challenges and fun that comes along with it. If you or someone you know is a parent in tech and would like to be on the show, or if you're a business or know of one that would like to support and partner with...