Software Engineering Coaches, Events, and Resources

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.

Here are my qualifications: - CTO at Leland (hiring and leading engineers from top organizations like LinkedIn, Amazon, etc.) - Former Engineering Team Lead at another startup - Former SWE at 2 other startups (Series B and seed/Series A) - SWE Internships at small and large organizations (e.g. AWS, LiveView Technologies) I am a good fit for you if you are interested in (1) breaking into a SWE role, (2) wanting to enhance your software engineering skills, (3) deciding whether to pursue big tech vs. a startup, (4) thinking about entrepreneurship, or (5) looking to land a SWE management position.

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 Google 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.

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.

With 12+ years of experience across a variety of company sizes, I am well aware of the needs of a company as well as the general interviewing techniques and tactics that can get you hired.

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!

I've been managing software engineers for most of my career and now manage groups of 10-15 engineers. I've managed and coached several engineers who have specifically called me out for helping them make the next jump in their career after they struggled with it for multiple years. This success has led to some engineers at my company specifically requesting me as a coach. My specialty is in goal setting and follow through. I help people break down their goals into manageable, well-defined steps, and then push for weekly progress. No matter how lofty the goal, making concrete progress every week will get you there.

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!

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.