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 ReadingStruggling with EM Transition Transitioning from an individual contributor (IC) to an engineering manager (EM) can be a daunting journey, especially when faced with unexpected organizational changes. Many find themselves in situations where they must adapt rapidly to new teams and technologies, …
Continue ReadingWhat Next? Navigating a career transition can be challenging, especially after experiencing both successes and failures in various roles. For someone with a rich background, such as eight years as a military contractor followed by fifteen years enhancing the pharmaceutical industry through …
Continue ReadingNavigating the Transition from Senior Developer to Software Development Manager (SDM) Transitioning from a Senior Developer role to a Software Development Manager (SDM) is a significant step in one’s career. It often entails a shift in responsibilities, mindset, and skill set. In this post, we …
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 …
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