$480 / month
2 calls per month (45min/call)
Unlimited Q&A via chat
Expect responses in 24 hours or less
Are you ready to take your engineering leadership to the next level? As a VP of Engineering and former Google engineering leader who helped shape sustainable travel features used by millions and is now leading a high-density Software Team at an AI-enabled startup, I'm passionate about developing technical leaders who create meaningful impact.
Who I Work With:
* Engineering managers leading rapidly scaling teams
* Senior ICs transitioning to leadership roles
* Technical leaders seeking to amplify their impact
* Professionals at the intersection of engineering, product, and business
Why Work With Me:
* Led multiple zero-to-one initiatives at Google, building new product offerings and capabilities while building and growing engineering teams
* Former Founder in Residence at Area 120 (Google's internal incubator)
* 50+ successful coaching engagements with engineering leaders
* Deep experience building and scaling high-performing teams
Areas of Focus:
* Navigating technical and organizational complexity
* Building and scaling high-performing engineering teams
* Developing executive presence and communication skills
* Balancing technical excellence with business impact
* Cross-functional leadership across Engineering, Product, and Partnerships
My coaching style is hands-on and collaborative. We'll work together to define clear goals, identify growth opportunities, and create actionable development plans tailored to your unique challenges. Past mentees have successfully transitioned to leadership roles, scaled their teams effectively, and increased their organizational impact.
Ready to begin your leadership journey? Let's start with a free intro call to discuss your goals and explore how we can work together. Available in English and Italian.
5 out of 5 stars
I engaged with Alessandro as I was transitioning into a Head of Engineering role for the first time - a period with no shortage of uncertainty and pressure. What stood out immediately was his wisdom. Alessandro seemingly had a pithy anecdote or framework for every situation, and his depth and range of experience came through clearly in that respect. Alessandro’s approach as a mentor is inquisitive and thoughtful. He never jumped to conclusions; he took the time to understand the nuances of my situation before offering perspective, whilst also sharing freely from his own experiences. That combination made his guidance specific and actionably, and helped me clarify my own thinking and consequently make better decisions. I also appreciated that our sessions didn’t feel transactional. There was a warmth and curiosity on his side that made the whole experience feel grounded and genuine. If you’re stepping into a leadership role for the first time or navigating a difficult transition, I’d warmly recommend working with Alessandro. I’d welcome the opportunity to do so again myself.
Standard Plan • 7 months
5 out of 5 stars
Alessandro was a great mentor who helped me to get me into the shape I needed to be to score my new job. He gave me the tools and framework I needed to better approach new challenges and helped me to take advantage of my past experiences to become a better PM and Manager. Thank you again Alessandro!
Standard Plan • 2 months
5 out of 5 stars
I've had the privilege of working with Alessandro as my leadership mentor, and the impact on my growth as an Engineering Manager has been remarkable. **What makes Alessandro exceptional:** Alessandro combines deep analytical and strategic thinking with genuine empathy. He doesn't give surface-level advice – he asks probing questions to understand root causes, then provides concrete, actionable strategies. When I struggled with hiring, he walked me through the entire framework: understanding value vs. cost, building decision matrices, and calibrating expectations against real-world standards from Google and Silicon Valley. His expertise helps me see patterns I would miss on my own and position challenges in a broader strategic context. **What I learned:** Alessandro pushes me to think like a Director, not just an EM. He taught me to use competency matrices as objective decision-making tools, challenge assumptions from my own teams, and translate technical language into management language for executive conversations. Most importantly, he creates a safe space for growth. When I made mistakes – like speaking too candidly about performance issues to our CTO or giving answers I wasn't certain about – his question wasn't "Why did you fail?" but "What did you learn, and how will you approach it next time?" This approach equipped me with tools to handle similar high-stakes situations better. Since working with Alessandro, I've made significant progress overcoming impostor syndrome, achieved strong success in hiring negotiations, and gained frameworks for accountability and strategic planning that I use daily. If you're an engineering leader transitioning to larger organizations or building systematic approaches to leadership, Alessandro is exceptional. He combines Silicon Valley wisdom with the patience of a true teacher.
Standard Plan • 2 months
Mentees who work with a mentor for 3+ months reach their goals 2x faster than those going it alone. Long-term mentorship means fewer false starts, more focused sessions, and support that builds week after week.
97% satisfaction across all mentors
Personalized feedback and growth plans
Trusted by thousands of mentees
Alessandro Bahgat
VP of Engineering at AI-Native Climate Startup | ex-Founder In Residence at Area 120, Google
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