Vidhu Mangal
5.0
(5)
Studied at Guru Gobind Singh Indraprastha University
Hiring Manager at Amazon
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About Vidhu
I started my career as a software engineer who loved solving hard technical problems. Over the years, I grew into engineering leadership — and somewhere along the way, I realized that building systems is one thing, but building people is what truly excites me. Today, I lead engineering teams with a strong foundation in technical depth and structured thinking. I care deeply about clarity — in architecture, in decision-making, and in communication. My goal as a leader is to create high-performing teams where people feel challenged, supported, and empowered to grow. I’m especially passionate about helping engineers transition from individual contributors to managers. It’s a shift that’s rarely taught well, and I’ve seen how overwhelming it can feel. Through mentoring and coaching, I help professionals build leadership confidence, influence without authority, and create sustainable careers — without burning out. I am a mother of 2, and as a leader and a mother, I also care about designing success in a way that doesn’t require sacrificing personal life. I believe you can build an ambitious career and still be present for the people who matter most.
Why do I coach?
What energizes me most isn’t just building systems — it’s building people. I started my career loving the technical side of engineering. I still do. But over time, the moments that stayed with me weren’t product launches or architecture wins. They were conversations — helping someone think through a hard leadership decision, watching an engineer step into management for the first time, seeing someone gain confidence in a room they used to shrink in. I’ve lived the IC to manager transition myself. I know how disorienting it can feel. One day you’re rewarded for writing great code, and the next you’re expected to lead people, manage conflict, think strategically — often without real guidance. I had to figure out a lot of it on my own. If I can make that path smoother for someone else, that feels meaningful. I also think coaching represents something deeper for me. I don’t just want career success. I want flexibility. I want to be present with my kids. I want to build something that grows over time — something that isn’t tied to a title or a single company. Coaching feels like a way to create impact beyond my immediate team while also designing a life that aligns with my values. There’s also a part of me that wants to prove that ambition doesn’t have to mean burnout. That you can be thoughtful, structured, calm — and still powerful. That you can lead well and live well. Becoming a coach is my way of combining everything I care about: Technical depth. Leadership growth. Systems thinking. Motherhood. Sustainability. Freedom. Coaching feels less like a pivot and more like an expansion of who I already am.
Work Experience
Principal Software Engineering Manager
Amazon
September 2022 - Present
Hiring Manager
• Lead a team of 9 Software Development Engineers to manage compliance for Delivery Service Partners (DSP) and Delivery Associates. • Oversaw the DSP program, empowering entrepreneurs to establish their own delivery businesses globally. • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to enhance operational efficiency and compliance standards within Amazon Last Mile. Engineering Management, Software Management and +3 skills
Senior Software Engineering Manager
Microsoft
September 2019 - September 2022
Hiring Manager
• Led a diverse, geo-distributed team to enhance the reliability of the Azure network. • Developed infrastructure for measuring, detecting, and mitigating network issues proactively. • Contributed to Azure's mission of becoming the world's most reliable cloud platform. Software Project Management, Engineering Management and +2 skills
Software Engineer II – Azure Portal User Experiences
Microsoft
2018 - 2019
Interviewer
• Contributed to Project Sangam, an innovative blended-learning and employment platform aimed at enhancing the skilling ecosystem in emerging markets. • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to develop scalable software solutions that meet user needs. • Engaged in continuous learning and application of Azure technologies to optimize platform performance. Software Development, Engineering and +3 skills
Software Engineer II
Microsoft
November 2015 - 2018
Tech Lead, Software Engineer
Expedia Group
2015 - 2016
• Led the development of multiple microservices to enhance fraud detection for all Expedia, Inc. brands. • Focused on mitigating financial fraud risk, aiming to improve detection rates by 100%. • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to reduce chargebacks and ADMs, enhancing customer satisfaction. • Contributed to a culture of innovation within Expedia Group, a global leader in travel technology.
Tech Lead, Software Engineer
Royal Bank of Scotland
2014 - 2016
• Led the development, maintenance, and support of the Capital Market’s risk information system. • Collaborated directly with risk managers to understand their needs and develop a self-serve solution. • Enhanced operational efficiency by empowering risk managers with tailored tools for their requirements. C#, Java and +2 skills
Education
Guru Gobind Singh Indraprastha University
B Tech, Computer Science, Computer Science
2007 - 2011
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