Software Engineering Coaches

Hello and welcome to my profile! With a robust background in software engineering and machine learning, I bring a wealth of experience from my roles at Twitch, where I worked on both the Content Relevance and Community Product Engineering teams. My journey includes leading product strategy and engineering initiatives at TestParty AI, where I drove significant growth and product-market fit. As a former teaching assistant at the University of Virginia and Darden School of Business, I've guided over 1,000 students in mastering software development and product management principles. Whether you're looking to break into the tech industry or advance your skills, I'm here to help you navigate your career path with personalized coaching. Let's connect and chart your course to success!

Being in the software engineering space for over 20 years across multiple roles and organizations of different shapes and sizes has taught me a thing or two about how to build teams and deliver some incredible projects. I specialize in leading product and platform engineering teams at mid to late stage + enterprise organizations. I have been a people leader now for over 10 years and have had the fortune or working with some really good folks; some who achieved great results and some who didn't that gave me an opportunity to find ways to unlock their careers. Additionally, I am an advisor to VCs, early strange start ups and consult on various expert consulting platforms like Tegus. How can I help you? Or what can I coach you on? Really anything in people leadership like how to promote platform engineers, how to write strategy documents? How do I get promoted to Director? What should an interview panel look like for an infra engineer? How to resolve conflicts at work? How to read a room? How to run an effective meeting? How to continue to remain technical as a people leader? You have a need, feel free to ask and we can go from there.

Welcome to my profile! With over a decade of experience in the tech industry, I've held leadership roles at top companies like Meta, Airbnb, and Amazon, where I spearheaded engineering teams and led critical projects in machine learning, privacy, and identity verification. As a co-founder of Blaze AI, I continue to innovate in the AI-powered marketing space. My academic background includes an MBA from Chicago Booth and a Master of Engineering from UC Berkeley, where I also served on the admissions committee. I am passionate about mentoring aspiring software engineers and have a proven track record of helping individuals navigate their career paths and achieve their professional goals. Let's connect to discuss how I can support your journey in the software engineering field!

My path from theatre design to MS in Computer Science (Georgia Tech), through Staff Platform Engineer and Software Architecture roles to CTO, taught me that technical excellence and developer happiness are the same goal. As a career switcher who's made the Staff+ transition myself, I understand both the wandering path and what it really takes to level up—it's not just about code, it's about creating environments where engineers thrive. I bring a unique blend of technical depth and human insight: interviewing legends like Kernighan, Beck, and Fowler through Book Overflow while delivering real results—23% cycle time reduction, 2-hour builds to 20 minutes, monthly releases to daily deployments. Whether you're preparing for Staff+, implementing platform engineering, or transforming developer experience, I'll help you stop fighting your tools and start loving your work again. You'll ship faster, stress less, and finally have the influence to fix what's been driving you crazy—because I've been there, fixed it, and know exactly how to get you there too.

Welcome to my profile! As a Co-Founder and Principal Engineer at Leland, I have a deep understanding of the software engineering industry and a passion for helping others succeed in this field. With a background in electrical and computer engineering, including a Master's degree from the University of Michigan, I bring a strong technical foundation to my coaching. I have mentored several junior engineers in LinkedIn and grow them successfully, leveraging my experience as a software engineer and entrepreneur to guide them towards achieving their career goals. Whether you're looking to break into the industry, advance your skills, or navigate career transitions, I'm here to provide personalized guidance and support. Let's connect and take your software engineering career to the next level!

I have over 25 years of experience coaching technical leaders in both the software and gaming industries. I have worked globally so understand the cultural factors that can be at play as well. I have worked with both individual contributors as well as people leaders at all levels. My focus is also in helping diverse leaders thrive in their roles and in their lives.

I’m currently a Software Engineer at Meta, where I work on building and scaling products that impact millions of users. Before that, I completed my Master’s in Computer Science at Carnegie Mellon University (CMU), where I gained a strong foundation in algorithms, systems, and large-scale software engineering. I also interned as an SDE at Amazon, which gave me hands-on experience solving challenging engineering problems in a fast-paced environment. Having gone through the rigorous technical interview processes at top tech companies, I know what it takes to succeed. I can help you build not just problem-solving skills, but also the confidence and structured approach needed to excel in coding, system design, and behavioral interviews. My goal as a coach is to share practical insights, strategies, and personalized feedback to help you land your next opportunity in software engineering.

With over three decades of experience in the tech industry, including leadership roles at Google and Pandora, I bring a wealth of knowledge to my coaching practice. As a former Director of Engineering and Senior Engineering Manager, I've led teams through transformative projects, from automating CI/CD pipelines to enhancing diversity and inclusion initiatives. Now, as a Career & Leadership Coach, I specialize in helping software engineers and leaders unlock their potential, navigate career transitions, and achieve work-life balance. Whether you're looking to strengthen your leadership skills or drive change within your organization, I'm here to guide you. Let's connect and chart your path to success!

Senior Software Engineer with 8+ years of deep expertise in backend infrastructure and distributed systems, working at top-tier tech companies like Snap, Google and AWS. Proven track record in leading teams, architecting scalable data solutions, and driving impactful innovations in cloud infrastructure and big data platforms. Adept at delivering high-performance, low-cost storage and compute solutions while mentoring and guiding engineering teams. I've successfully coached five individuals, helping them navigate their engineering careers and achieve their professional goals. If you're looking to break into or advance in the tech industry, let's connect and create a tailored plan for your success!

I'm a Software Development Engineer at Amazon and a deferred MBA admit to Northwestern’s Kellogg School of Management. I’ve previously interned at JPMorgan Chase and Capital One, where I built large-scale tools for system optimization and operational efficiency. Across these experiences, I've not only navigated the recruiting process at top tech firms, but also developed a deep understanding of what it takes to stand out—from crafting standout resumes to excelling in behavioral and technical interviews. Whether you're breaking into tech, navigating internship recruiting, or balancing software engineering and business goals, I’m here to help you move with clarity and confidence.