Dhruv Kochhar

Engineering Manager @ Stripe, ex-Microsoft, Shopify
5.0
(27 reviews)
Engineering Manager for 7 years, Software Engineer for 15 and a learner forever.Previously @ Microsoft,Shopify
United States of America Active today Usually responds in half a day

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$240 / month

Best for those who are working towards a career switch, promotion, higher studies or interviews.

7 calls per month (45min/call)

Unlimited Q&A via chat

Expect responses in 2 days

Hands-on support

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About

I am Engineering Manager with about seven years of experience in leadership roles and about 15 years of experience in Software Development. I have worked in different domains and technologies including retail, banking and productivity tools. Currently, I work for Microsoft building Microsoft Whiteboard in the Office Product Group. As a software engineer I have more than 15 years of experience in Java and have worked on Ruby, Typescript and React in recent years. Career growth, coaching and mentorship are my passions. I can help you refine your profile, excel your next Tech interview and land your dream job. We will work together from resume feedback to mock interviews to help you excel. I have previously held offers from Amazon and Meta and have interviewed with Google among the FAANG companies. With my experience, I can help you take the right steps to crack you next tech interview!
I can also help you achieve your full potential, work towards your next promotion, to understand the challenges in the leadership track and how to manage them. I mentor EMs, Software Engineers and students looking for a career in tech!
Medium blog: https://tech-wisdom.medium.com/

What mentees say

5 out of 5 stars

I’ve had an incredibly positive experience working with Dhruv. He is not only highly knowledgeable and experienced, but also genuinely caring and invested in my growth. His ability to break down complex concepts and provide clear, actionable feedback has made a huge difference in my learning. What really stands out is how supportive and approachable he is. Dhruv consistently takes the time to understand my goals and helps me create a clear path to achieve them. His feedback is always thoughtful, constructive, and encouraging, which has boosted both my confidence and skills. Beyond technical guidance, he also offers valuable career advice, shares real-world insights, and pushes me to think critically and continuously improve. His mentorship has had a meaningful impact on my progress, and I truly appreciate the time and effort he puts into helping me succeed.

mahrokh

Mahrokh

Lite Plan • 8 months

5 out of 5 stars

When I started my job search, I was all over the place. I had no structure to my preparation and didn't know how to split my time across DSA, low level design, system design, and behavioral. I was putting in effort but without any real direction, and it showed. Dhruv changed that completely. We set up regular calls and had a flexible plan that let me work on three things at the same time: preparation, mock interviews, and in depth analysis of what to actually expect from specific companies and interviewers. What surprised me was how much time he was willing to invest. We had overtime calls more than once, which is rare for any mentor. Between calls, he was always reachable over chat whenever I had questions or needed a quick gut check. He consistently pointed out my weak spots with honesty and patience, which is a hard combination to find. He was always honest and direct, but he also never made me feel like I was behind. That balance made a huge difference in how quickly I improved. What stands out most about Dhruv is that he pushes you to think bigger than what you came in with. He has a way of making ambitious goals feel achievable, and that mindset shift was just as valuable as the technical prep itself. I would genuinely recommend him to anyone looking for a mentor who is not only deeply knowledgeable but also generous with his time, open with his experience, and truly invested in seeing his mentees succeed.

Ravi

Ravi

Pro Plan • 7 months

5 out of 5 stars

Dhruv has been an extraordinary mentor and guide during one of the most crucial phases of my career. He brings not just deep technical expertise, but also empathy, clarity, and structure that truly set him apart. Beyond just interview prep, Dhruv played a pivotal role in helping me shift my mindset from self-doubt and hesitation to owning my story and leading with impact. His insights on how to communicate my experiences, handle trade-offs in design discussions, and bring leadership presence into answers were absolute game-changers for me. Despite his packed schedule, he always showed up with full presence, generosity, and encouragement. I never felt like "just another mentee" he truly invests in your growth. Thanks to his mentorship, I now feel equipped not just to succeed in interviews, but to thrive in senior engineering roles. I wholeheartedly recommend Dhruv to anyone looking to level up in their tech career especially if you're seeking clarity, confidence, and a mentor who truly cares.

Nitika

Nitika

Standard Plan • 8 months

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