Search Results: CareerGrowth

While engineers often chase greenfield projects, Kubernetes migration veteran Steven Oxley argues that complex system migrations—like moving 200+ SaaS deployments from VMs to Kubernetes—deliver unparalleled career growth through technical, project management, and leadership challenges. This deep dive reveals why migrations might be the hardest problem every engineer should embrace.

A seasoned developer grapples with the disconnect between the algorithmic challenges of LeetCode and the domain-specific, integration-heavy reality of modern software engineering roles. While acknowledging LeetCode's role in hiring, they question how to cultivate deeper problem-solving skills beyond 'gluing' libraries together.

A candid reflection from a former Figma engineer reveals how chasing titles and inflated salaries created years of resentment—and how embracing ambiguity unlocked true career advancement. This personal account exposes the psychological pitfalls of corporate leveling systems in tech.

A software engineer's personal account reveals the career pitfalls of prioritizing low-impact modernization tasks over customer value. After dedicating years to updating legacy systems, he faced a harsh reality: such work often lacks business impact and stalls senior-level progression. This story underscores a critical industry lesson—true focus means saying no to well-intentioned but ultimately hollow tech initiatives.