04/06/2026
Not everyone starts their tech career in tech.
Before becoming a Frontend Developer at RACV, Cienna Nguyen worked as a registered nurse across multiple hospital specialties.
When she decided to make the switch, she wasn’t bringing years of coding experience with her. What she did bring was the experience she’d gained from working with people, solving problems under pressure, and learning in a demanding environment.
Today, she’s helping build digital experiences used by hundreds of thousands of Australians.
One thing Cienna wants career changers to remember:
“There’s going to be so many soft skills that will be your strong point when you transfer.”
What skills from your current career would you bring into tech?