Breaking Into Data Engineering in 2026: AI Tools, Standout Resumes, and more w/ Chris Gambill

In this episode, I sit down with Chris Gambill, a data strategy and engineering leader, fractional consultant, and career coach. We dive into the realities of the data engineering job market in 2026, exploring what it takes to stand out, the massive shift AI coding tools are causing, and why mastering the fundamentals of data engineering remains crucial.

Chris shares his unfiltered thoughts on coaching career switchers into data engineering , why finance professionals make great data engineers , and the exact resume and portfolio strategies hiring managers are actually looking for. We also get into the weeds on the latest AI development tools, comparing GitHub Copilot, Claude, and Codex.

If you're looking for solid, no BS advice on the field of data engineering in 2026, this is a great discussion!

Gambill Data Engineering: https://www.gambilldataengineering.com/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/databasemanagement/