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palak raina(she/her)
senior data engineer at bux
about
i’m palak, a senior data engineer at bux. originally from india, i moved to the netherlands three years ago. adapting to a new country and workplace came with challenges but also valuable learning experiences.
i’m passionate about data—how it drives innovation and transforms businesses. good data is invaluable, but bad data is as good as no data, which is why i focus on ensuring quality, reliability, and impact.
fintech’s impact is felt equally by female users, and they should be equally well represented in the industry. i hope to inspire more women to step into this space and drive meaningful change.
what advice would you give to your younger self?
i would give a big hug to the younger me and say “stop overthinking everything. it’s okay to make mistakes – everyone does. also, invest in cryptocurrency (just kidding… mostly.) but seriously, be brave, be bold, and don’t forget to have fun along the way.
bux
at bux, we believe investing should be accessible to everyone — including women, who remain underrepresented in finance and tech. that’s why we’re putting our female employees forward as role models, sharing their stories to inspire confidence and action. inclusivity and diversity are essential, not just in investing, but in leadership and the tech industry as a whole. we want to empower more women to take charge of their financial futures and careers.