Tech Lead Journal
[Best of 2023] #115 - Senior Engineering Leadership & Scaling Engineering Teams - Manoj Awasthi
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Quick takeaways
- Senior engineering leaders must prioritize living and communicating the organization's values to create alignment with the team.
- Scaling engineering teams involves improving the hiring process, cultural integration, and organizational structure as the team grows.
Deep dives
Responsibilities of a Senior Engineering Leader
As one rises in the ranks to become a senior engineering leader, the breadth of responsibility and scope increases. However, so does the ambiguity and expectations of the role. Unlike earlier stages where one is told what to do and how to do it, senior leaders often have to figure out what to do and how to do it on their own. People management becomes crucial, including tasks like hiring, onboarding, coaching, and mentoring. Execution and enabling the business through effective implementation of vision are vital, ensuring a balance between speed and quality. Additionally, building a tech roadmap, addressing tech debt, and maintaining agility in the face of changing requirements are important responsibilities. Finally, developing a business and product mindset is essential for senior leaders.
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