What an Integration Developer at Salad and Go Wishes They Had Known Before Entering the Information Technology Industry
T.J., an Integration Developer, reflects that the constant demand and need for immediate problem-solving ("it never slows down," "you're kind of the go-to point of contact for when things break down") is a key aspect of the role that would have been helpful to know beforehand. Successfully navigating this requires strong time management, prioritization skills, and the ability to effectively handle concurrent issues.
Problem-Solving, Stress Management, Time Management, Prioritization, Communication
Advizer Information
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Job Title
Company
Undergrad
Grad Programs
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T.J. Lippincott
Integration Developer
Salad and Go
University of Arizona, 2020
N/A
Business Management & Admin
Food, Beverages & Alcohol, Technology
Data and Analytics
Pell Grant Recipient, Took Out Loans, Worked 20+ Hours in School, Transfer Student
Video Highlights
1. The Integration Developer role demands constant readiness to address urgent issues as they arise.
2. Effective time management and prioritization skills are crucial for success in this fast-paced environment.
3. The workload is consistently demanding; it's a high-energy role that requires adaptability and the ability to handle multiple tasks concurrently.
Transcript
What have you learned about this role that you wish someone had told you before you entered this industry?
I saw this one and was thinking about it a bit. I wish someone had mentioned that it never slows down, which is a good thing.
When you're in a role like this, you're the go-to point of contact when things break down, and you always have to be readily available. It doesn't matter if your other projects are going a hundred miles an hour. If something breaks concurrently, you have to handle it and manage your time and tasks well.
You need to prioritize efficiently and effectively, and do what it takes to get the job done.