Rahul Pandey, a former FAANG software engineer, shares his bold leap from an $800K job to launching his startup, Taro. He discusses the challenging post-layoff job market and reveals strategies for standing out in developer interviews. Rahul argues the existence of 10x, 100x, and even 1000x engineers and emphasizes the importance of soft skills in tech. The conversation also covers venture capital shifts affecting startups and effective job-seeking practices tailored for tech, showcasing the evolving landscape for developers.