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After 12 years as a game designer in South Korea, Hyunuk decided to hit reset on his career. Going back to study Computer Science allowed him to pivot into his current role as a Developer Advocate on the Cloud Advocacy team. “My specific journey with Google started with a summer internship at the New York office,” he explains. “That experience led me to return as a full-time Developer Advocate, initially starting at the Seattle South Lake Union office. Then, exactly a year later, I transferred to the beautiful Kirkland office, where I am today!” Hyunuk spends his days making complex data and AI tools more approachable. By applying the same principles he used in gaming, he creates technical content, videos and step-by-step guides for products, and helps developers unlock the full potential of our tech so they feel empowered to build. “By weaving in gamification elements from my previous career, I aim to build highly engaging, interactive experiences that inspire developers,” he says. His advice for those eyeing a pivot? "Career paths aren't linear sprints; they are marathons without a defined end. Don't compare your "behind-the-scenes" struggles with everyone else's "highlight reel" on social media, he says. “Your timeline is yours alone. It’s never too late to reset and redefine your goals.” Want to join the Google Kirkland office? Explore our open roles → https://goo.gle/4mBD7Sr