What a job: Rajita Baniya, Senior Data Centre Engineer, AWS

22.03.24 Articles Check In & Chat Podcast

Rajita started her career working part-time in retail and customer service roles, and joined AWS as a Data Centre Operations Trainee once she graduated from her Master’s degree. Just six months later, she has progressed to become a Data Centre Technician. Now, she's a Senior Data Centre Engineer - sharing her experience and becoming a role model to all women who are keen to explore data engineering career paths in operations.

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In a candid conversation with Louise Weine, CEO of the National Association of Women in Operations (NAWO), in NAWO’s ‘What a Job’ podcast, Rajita Baniya Khatri discusses her career journey and her exciting role at AWS. Career Journey Rajita’s career journey is a remarkable testament to her resilience, determination, and the invaluable support she received along the way. Rajita migrated from Nepal to Sydney, Australia to study Master of Information Technology, and started her career as the only woman data centre technician. Working in a male-majority sector, Rajita faced initial challenges and doubts. However, with unwavering support from mentors, colleagues,…

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