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A Software Engineering Career Ladder

James Shore

What I’m really doing is changing the engineering culture at OpenSesame. Culture doesn’t change easily. I’ve hired several XP coaches to help, but even they’re stretched thin. I’m hoping this will help direct people to new behaviors, which will in turn start to change the engineering culture.

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On Becoming a VP of Engineering, Part 1: The Path to VP

Honeycomb

Nonetheless, I think it’s useful to share what I can about my experience in the hope that it might encourage others to seriously consider this role, especially those from backgrounds, identities, and genders poorly represented in the VP of Engineering ranks today. The whole tech industry would benefit from more perspectives in this role.