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SUMMARY:Ignite Insights Webinar - Data Engineering in the AI Age: Skills Companies Actually Want
LOCATION:Virtual
DESCRIPTION:Ignite Insights Webinar - Data Engineering in the AI Age: Skills Companies Actually Want\n\n07/30/26 03:00 PM EST\n - 07/30/26 04:00 PM EST\Description:\nData Engineering is no longer just about building pipelines — it is about creating reliable, decision-grade data systems that power businesses and AI applications. This session explores what it truly means to become a modern Data Engineer, the mindset required to succeed, and the real industry expectations companies look for today.\n\nWe will cover how Data Engineering differs from traditional Software Engineering, common real-world data challenges, and why correctness, reliability, and systems thinking matter more than ever in the AI era. The session also dives into the essential technical and non-technical skills required for success, including SQL, distributed systems, data quality, scalability, and cross-functional communication.\nAttendees will gain practical insights into:\n\n\n	The mindset of high-impact Data Engineers\n	Industry expectations and hiring realities\n	Common mistakes that break data trust\n	Skills that actually matter in modern data teams\n	How AI is increasing the demand for reliable data systems\n	A structured roadmap (SCALE Framework) to grow into a strong Data Engineer\n\nWhether you are a student, aspiring Data Engineer, Software Engineer, or data professional looking to transition into AI-driven data systems, this session will provide a realistic and industry-focused perspective on building a successful career in Data Engineering.\n\nMeet Rashi Raj\n\nRashi Raj is a Senior Engineering Manager at Oracle Cloud Infrastructure, where she leads globally distributed teams driving large-scale data platforms and distributed systems powering customer-facing cloud services. Her expertise spans AI and ML systems, big data analytics, cloud technologies, microservices, and scalable infrastructure.\n\nHer work focuses on applying AI in practical, operational ways to improve engineering productivity, decision-making, and system reliability at scale. Known for combining technical depth with strong people leadership, Rashi is passionate about mentoring engineers, growing future leaders, and helping teams navigate technology transformation with clarity and impact.\n\nThursday, July 30, 2026           \n3:00-4:00 p.m. Eastern Time\Location:\nVirtual\n\n,
X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:Ignite Insights Webinar - Data Engineering in the AI Age: Skills Companies Actually Want<br /><br />07/30/26 03:00 PM EST - 07/30/26 04:00 PM EST<br />Description:<br /><p><img alt="" src="https://thewitnetwork.com/photos/Rashi_Raj_Framed_06162026112902.PNG" style="float:left; margin-left:20px; margin-right:20px; width:300px" /><span style="color:#000000"><span style="font-size:16px"><span style="font-family:tahoma,geneva,sans-serif">Data Engineering is no longer just about building pipelines &mdash; it is about creating reliable, decision-grade data systems that power businesses and AI applications. This session explores what it truly means to become a modern Data Engineer, the mindset required to succeed, and the real industry expectations companies look for today.<br />
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We will cover how Data Engineering differs from traditional Software Engineering, common real-world data challenges, and why correctness, reliability, and systems thinking matter more than ever in the AI era. The session also dives into the essential technical and non-technical skills required for success, including SQL, distributed systems, data quality, scalability, and cross-functional communication.</span></span></span></p>
<span style="color:#000000"><span style="font-size:16px"><span style="font-family:tahoma,geneva,sans-serif">Attendees will gain practical insights into:</span></span></span>

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	<li><span style="color:#000000"><span style="font-size:16px"><span style="font-family:tahoma,geneva,sans-serif">The mindset of high-impact Data Engineers</span></span></span></li>
	<li><span style="color:#000000"><span style="font-size:16px"><span style="font-family:tahoma,geneva,sans-serif">Industry expectations and hiring realities</span></span></span></li>
	<li><span style="color:#000000"><span style="font-size:16px"><span style="font-family:tahoma,geneva,sans-serif">Common mistakes that break data trust</span></span></span></li>
	<li><span style="color:#000000"><span style="font-size:16px"><span style="font-family:tahoma,geneva,sans-serif">Skills that actually matter in modern data teams</span></span></span></li>
	<li><span style="color:#000000"><span style="font-size:16px"><span style="font-family:tahoma,geneva,sans-serif">How AI is increasing the demand for reliable data systems</span></span></span></li>
	<li><span style="color:#000000"><span style="font-size:16px"><span style="font-family:tahoma,geneva,sans-serif">A structured roadmap (SCALE Framework) to grow into a strong Data Engineer</span></span></span></li>
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<span style="color:#000000"><span style="font-size:16px"><span style="font-family:tahoma,geneva,sans-serif">Whether you are a student, aspiring Data Engineer, Software Engineer, or data professional looking to transition into AI-driven data systems, this session will provide a realistic and industry-focused perspective on building a successful career in Data Engineering.<br />
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<strong>Meet Rashi Raj</strong><br />
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Rashi Raj is a Senior Engineering Manager at Oracle Cloud Infrastructure, where she leads globally distributed teams driving large-scale data platforms and distributed systems powering customer-facing cloud services. Her expertise spans AI and ML systems, big data analytics, cloud technologies, microservices, and scalable infrastructure.<br />
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Her work focuses on applying AI in practical, operational ways to improve engineering productivity, decision-making, and system reliability at scale. Known for combining technical depth with strong people leadership, Rashi is passionate about mentoring engineers, growing future leaders, and helping teams navigate technology transformation with clarity and impact.<br />
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<strong style="font-family:tahoma,geneva,sans-serif; font-size:16px">Thursday, July 30, 2026 &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;</strong><br />
<strong>3:00-4:00 p.m. Eastern Time</strong></span></span></span><br />Location:<br />Virtual<br /><br />,  
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