Han Yuan

Zoe Harte, Head of HR at Upwork, and Han Yuan, Senior VP of Engineering, share insights on managing a hybrid workforce. Zoe discusses integrating full-time and freelance talent, emphasizing the importance of diversity and collaboration in global teams. Han highlights essential soft skills for engineers in a distributed environment, stressing effective communication and cultural sensitivity. They explore innovative strategies for remote hiring and mentorship, providing practical tips to thrive in today’s flexible work landscape.

Han Yuan, SVP of Engineering at Upwork and former leader at Netflix and eBay, explores the intricacies of managing a distributed engineering organization. He shares unique insights on hiring engineers via Upwork's platform, emphasizing the importance of trial engagements for long-term fit. Han discusses best practices for communication across time zones and the significance of autonomy within teams. He also highlights strategies to foster social cohesion in remote settings, including in-person meetups and engaging company-wide events.