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Description
Embarking on a journey to secure a role as a Solutions Architect (SA), Sales Engineer (SE), or Forward Deployed Engineer (FDE) can be both exciting and daunting. With my extensive experience across leading tech companies like AWS, MongoDB, and SolarWinds, I’m here to guide you through every step of the process, ensuring you not only find the right opportunities but also land the job that aligns with your career aspirations. This coaching plan is a comprehensive, personalized program designed to equip you with the tools, strategies, and confidence needed to excel in your job search and interviews. Whether you're just starting out or looking to pivot within the tech industry, I’ll tailor our sessions to meet your unique needs and goals. Here’s what we’ll cover together: 1. **Career Planning & Exploration**: We’ll begin by exploring your interests, strengths, and career goals to identify the roles and companies that best fit your aspirations. I’ll help you understand the nuances of SA, SE, and FDE roles and how they align with your skills and ambitions. 2. **Job Search Strategies**: I’ll guide you in developing a targeted job search strategy, including how to effectively leverage job boards, networking, and industry events. We’ll also discuss how to tap into the hidden job market and make the most of your professional connections. 3. **Resume Review & Optimization**: Together, we’ll craft a standout resume that highlights your technical expertise and achievements. I’ll provide detailed feedback to ensure your resume captures the attention of recruiters and hiring managers. 4. **Interview Preparation**: We’ll conduct mock interviews tailored to the specific roles you’re targeting, focusing on both technical and behavioral questions. I’ll provide constructive feedback to help you refine your responses and present yourself with confidence and clarity. 5. **General Exploration & Mentorship**: Throughout our sessions, I’ll share insights from my own career journey and offer mentorship to help you navigate challenges and seize opportunities. Whether it’s advice on career transitions or insights into industry trends, I’m here to support you every step of the way. My goal is to empower you to approach your job search with a strategic mindset and the skills needed to stand out in competitive tech roles. Let’s work together to unlock your potential and land the job you’ve been aiming for.
What you'll get from this package
Tailored job search strategy to effectively target SA, SE, and FDE roles.
Optimized resume highlighting technical expertise and achievements.
Mock interviews with feedback to refine technical and behavioral responses.
Personalized career roadmap aligning roles with your skills and aspirations.
Insights and mentorship from a seasoned tech industry professional.
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Offered by Colin B.
Joined September 2026
Product @ Poolside | Strategic Career Development for Tech Professionals
I've spent 12+ years in technology and have made many of the career transitions I now enjoy helping others navigate: IT consulting → Sales Engineering → Solutions Architecture → AI → Product leadership. Along the way I've worked everywhere from 9-person companies to MongoDB and AWS, joined Poolside as an early employee, built a global Solutions Architecture team from 0 to 7, and eventually moved into Product leadership. I've hired and interviewed candidates, built hiring processes and interview loops, negotiated compensation, and gone through extensive interview processes myself across Big Tech and startups. I'm particularly well suited to helping people break into or advance within technical, Product, Solutions, cloud, and AI careers. Whether you're choosing between opportunities, repositioning your experience for a career change, preparing for interviews, improving your resume, or negotiating an offer, my goal is to give you practical advice from someone who has actually been on both sides of the table.
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2h+ of coaching