$240 / month
Start free, decide later
I’m a Principal Engineer working in AI infrastructure, with over 10 years of experience building and scaling distributed systems at companies like Amazon Web Services and Oracle Cloud Infrastructure.
My career started as a junior engineer, and I grew into senior and principal roles by focusing on system design, ownership, and delivering impact at scale. Along the way, I’ve mentored engineers to get promoted, helped them navigate ambiguous environments, and coached them through tough technical and career decisions.
I specialize in:
System design for large-scale distributed systems
Backend engineering (scalability, reliability, performance)
Career growth from mid-level to senior/staff
Interview preparation for top tech companies (with a strong focus on system design)
Navigating role mismatches and making strategic career moves
Recently, I’ve been working in AI infrastructure—building and testing large-scale GPU systems and thinking deeply about performance, reliability, and observability at scale.
I know firsthand how confusing career growth can be at senior levels. Whether you’re aiming for promotion, preparing for staff-level interviews, or trying to figure out your next move, I can help you cut through the noise and focus on what actually matters.
You tell Ahmed your goals. They see exactly what you want to work on before session one.
You meet within days. Ahmed reviews your application and books your first session, usually within a day or two.
You leave with a plan. Concrete next steps and a weekly rhythm from your very first week.
Ahmed Shalaby
Principal Engineer at Oracle - Ex Amazon
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What's included in the trial?
Every trial is a little different–here's what Ahmed says about their trial:
We'll meet for a quick call (usually under 30 minutes) where we:
- Break the ice and introduce ourselves
- Discuss your goals and how I can support you
- Coordinate logistics like time zones, meeting frequency, and communication methods