Startups: Grow With A Business, Not Through One w/ Shannon Scott

2021-09-26

Ever wanted to join a startup, but didn’t know where to start? 😅 Ever considered taking on non-engineering roles, but been too afraid to step outside your comfort zone? 🤷🏻‍♀️ In this industry episode, Mariya and Archit talk to Shannon Scott, Product Director at Australian Fintech 💸 startup ✨ Airwallex! ✨ Previously, Shannon has also worked at Palantir as a Software Engineering Manager. They discuss: Debunking startup culture, myths, and more Using an engineering degree to excel in management 😎 What it was li...

Ever wanted to join a startup, but didn’t know where to start? 😅 Ever considered taking on non-engineering roles, but been too afraid to step outside your comfort zone? 🤷🏻‍♀️

In this industry episode, Mariya and Archit talk to Shannon Scott, Product Director at Australian Fintech 💸 startup ✨ Airwallex! ✨ Previously, Shannon has also worked at Palantir as a Software Engineering Manager.

They discuss:

Debunking startup culture, myths, and more
Using an engineering degree to excel in management 😎
What it was like working for Palantir 🚀 in its early stages
The significant early career benefits working at a startup compared to an established company ⚖️
Advice for keen students and startup enthusiasts
And more!

Timestamps

(1:33) University Life
(3:46) Working at rapidly-growing startups (Palantir)
(8:43) Airwallex
(18:38) Startup Culture
(31:23) Transitioning from Engineering to Management Roles
(42:44) Advice to Students
(44:43) Outro

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