The Developing Dev Amazon Principal Engineer On Layoffs, Interviewing & Career Growth | Steve Huynh
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Mar 2, 2025 Steve Huynh, Principal Engineer at Amazon and career growth YouTuber, shares his journey from a liberal arts background to the tech elite. He uncovers why traditional interview prep is often unhelpful and reveals secrets to thrive in the competitive tech industry. Trustworthy insights into Amazon's performance-based layoff culture shed light on job security. Huynh also discusses navigating promotions, the impact of AI in engineering roles, and reflects on career regrets, offering valuable advice for aspiring tech professionals.
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Liberal Arts to Tech
- Steve Huynh's path to Amazon as a Support Engineer with a liberal arts degree, despite having a background in coding since childhood.
- His writing professor advised him there were no jobs called "writer," leading him back to tech.
Networking into Amazon
- Network to get your foot in the door, especially in competitive fields like tech.
- A referral from a contact can significantly increase your chances of landing an interview.
Opportunity and Preparedness
- Prepare for opportunities by consistently improving your knowledge and skills.
- Opportunities are unpredictable, so continuous learning is key.