Stepping Away as Tech Lead: Navigating the Transition to Individual Contributor In the dynamic landscape of tech startups, roles and responsibilities often shift as organizations grow and mature. Recently, I found myself in a situation that many might relate to—a transition from a tech lead position …
Continue ReadingSolo Dev Becoming Team Lead - What to Watch Out For? Transitioning from a solo developer role to a team lead position is both an exciting and challenging journey. As you prepare for the arrival of new team members and the added responsibilities that come with leadership, it’s essential to …
Continue ReadingWould You Take Over a Lead Role for a Group Known to Be ‘Slackers’? Transitioning into a leadership position is often a significant milestone in a software developer’s career. However, what happens when you’re approached to lead a team that has a reputation for …
Continue ReadingNavigating the Expectations of a Senior AVP Role Introduction Transitioning into a senior role within a large corporation can be both exhilarating and daunting. As a new Senior Assistant Vice President (AVP), the expectations can often blur the lines between individual contributor (IC) …
Continue ReadingEmbracing the Role of Product Owner: Navigating Leadership Without Direct Reports Hey there, As I reflect on my journey over the past 20 months, I find myself at a pivotal moment in my career. I joined my current company as an Engineering Manager, where I had the opportunity to execute significant …
Continue ReadingConfused About Amazon Germany Offer – Need Advice Navigating job offers, especially from tech giants like Amazon, can be a daunting experience. A recent post from a candidate who interviewed for an SDE-2 role at Amazon Germany offers a glimpse into the complexities of career decisions in the tech …
Continue ReadingFrontend vs Backend: Navigating Career Crossroads About eight months ago, I embarked on a new chapter in my career, joining a company where I was excited to take on a role that was primarily frontend-focused, with some backend responsibilities. However, I soon found myself immersed in a backend-only …
Continue ReadingTransitioning from Director of Engineering to Individual Contributor: A Personal Journey As the director of engineering at a small, intense Series A startup, I’ve found myself in a position that many early-stage startup employees can relate to. Having been with the company since its seed …
Continue ReadingSenior Dev Role Interview: Hoodie and Jeans? When preparing for an interview as a senior developer, one of the questions that often arises is, “What should I wear?” While this may seem like a trivial concern, the answer can vary significantly based on company culture, the specific role, …
Continue ReadingAmazon SDE I - SDN Interview Prep: What to Expect Preparing for interviews can be a daunting task, especially when applying for a specialized role like Software Development Engineer I (SDE I) in the Software-Defined Networking (SDN) domain at Amazon. In this blog post, we will discuss the …
Continue ReadingNeed Some Details About the PepsiCo Graduate Engineer Trainee Role for Freshers Introduction Are you gearing up for an interview with PepsiCo for the Graduate Engineer Trainee (GET) role? If so, you’re not alone! Many fresh graduates are eager to kick-start their careers in a prominent company …
Continue ReadingWeird Interview Experience… Am I Being Unreasonable? Navigating the job market can be a daunting task, especially when you’re aiming for senior positions in a specialized field like data engineering or data architecture. Recently, I experienced a peculiar interview that left me …
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