
Sonya Kotov
5.0
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AI for Product | Stanford d.school | ex-Microsoft Engineer
1,050 min coached
47 followers
Studied at Stanford University
Worked at Microsoft
Successful clients at
Available Monday at 5:00 PM UTC
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Sonya's Coaching Offerings
Custom hourly · $81/hr
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Sonya’s AI for Product Development Qualifications
Experience level: Manager
Sonya has helped clients get into these companies:
AI is the most exciting category today. Let’s navigate it together! I help builders of all backgrounds approach AI in their work. Looking to break into AI PM? Stay up to date on the developments most relevant to you? Need a thought partner as you navigate your career? Strategize a venture or side project? Let’s talk! Building with AI doesn’t have to feel overwhelming or require a coding background! I make it my job to stay up to date on all the developments in AI and experimenting with AI tools. I have ample experience breaking down complex technical concepts, and shipping AI-powered features into production. I’ve taught Computer Science at Stanford and UMich and mentored developers during my time as a software engineer at Microsoft. I bring that same mix of technical depth and clear, practical teaching to our sessions. Having graduated from Stanford's d.school, I can also help push the bounds on your creativity and strategic thinking. I love working closely with clients to help you achieve your dreams and find immense fulfillment in working together on real problems. Let’s partner!
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About Sonya
I grew up in Michigan to Russian immigrant parents. In college, I discovered a deep passion for building great products. That's why I've worn so many hats: PM, software engineer, UX designer, Chief of Staff. Because of these diverse interests, I've been loving the opportunities that AI affords generalists to build better, faster, and better.
Why do I coach?
As a child of immigrant parents, I relied on teachers and mentors to help me navigate higher education and my career. Their guidance was instrumental to me landing a role at Microsoft, getting admitted to Stanford, and making the most of these incredible opportunities. Mentorship and coaching open doors that talent and hard work alone will not. Today, I get to pay it forward by working with clients to achieve their dreams!
Work Experience

Product Manager
Microsoft
February 2026 - Present

Software Engineer
Microsoft
October 2018 - June 2020

Product Manager
Microsoft
August 2017 - October 2018
Sonya was also given offers to work at

Meta (Facebook)
Education

Stanford University
Master’s Degree, Design Impact
2021 - 2023

London School of Economics and Political Science, University of London
Master’s Degree, Behavioural Science
2020 - 2021

University of Michigan - Ann Arbor
Bachelor’s Degree, Computer Science
2011 - 2017
11 Reviews
Overall Rating
5.0
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