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Fatima Taj

Senior Software Engineer @ Yelp
Senior Software Engineer.
Canada 5.0 (10 reviews) Active today
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$120 / month

If you need more support than just being held accountable, this plan is for you. Msg me for details!

4 calls per month (60min/call)

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About

Hi! :)

My name is Fatima, and I'm a Senior Software Engineer (backend) at Yelp.

Here are some quick facts about me:

- I graduated from the University of Waterloo, Canada, in September 2019 with a Bachelor's in Mathematics. I recently completed a Master's in Data Science in December 2023.

- I did 4 internships during my undergrad, ranging from working at a semiconductor company to a trading firm.

- My first full-time role was as a Software Developer at DRW, a trading firm, where I worked for two years. I joined Yelp in October 2021.

- In 2022, I spoke at over 80 hackathons across North America. Additionally, I've delivered talks at the Women Who Code Connect Event 2022, Black is Tech Conference 2022 and 2023, Tapia Conference 2022, Women of Silicon Roundabout 2022 (London's biggest event for women in technology), Scale (Southern California Linux Expo) 2023 & 2024, WITS MidAtlantic (Women in Tech Summit) 2023, NDC Copenhagen Developer Festival 2023, Agile 2023 and delivered a keynote at cdCon+GitOpsCon 2023.

Why connect with me?
- Personalized Approach: Whether you're prepping for interviews, looking for career advice, or just navigating the tech world, I adapt my mentorship to fit your unique goals.

- Wide-Ranging Expertise: I can help with everything from mastering technical skills and public speaking to tackling imposter syndrome and planning your career path.

- Up-to-Date Perspective: My active role in the tech community means I offer fresh, relevant advice that reflects current industry trends.

Let's have a chat and work together to reach your tech career goals!

Come chat with me about Technical Interviews, Public Speaking, Women in Tech, Mentorship, Career Growth, Imposter Syndrome, Career Progression in Tech, and much more!

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What mentees say

Gloria

Gloria

5 out of 5 stars

Lite Plan · 
8 months

Fatima is a terrific mentor. She is very encouraging and knowledgeable. She helped me brainstorm and proofread an article I was writing, supported me in completing a program application, improved my troubleshooting skills in Python, and helped me practice tech interviews. I can't say enough great things about her. You will really enjoy working with her.

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Gloria

Gloria

5 out of 5 stars

Fatima is a great mentor. She is patient and encouraging. I have started practicing mock interviews with her and have been learning a lot while I do them. She has been very helpful with filling in gaps in my knowledge and makes it a very enjoyable experience. I highly recommend her!

Luis Felipe

Luis Felipe

5 out of 5 stars

Standard Plan · 
1 month

Gratitude Post: Thank You, Fátima! 🌟 I wanted to take a moment to extend a heartfelt thank you to someone who has made a tremendous impact on my journey – Fátima. 🙌 From the very beginning, Fátima has been an incredible guide, helping me build confidence in my interviews. Her insights and advice have been invaluable, and I genuinely couldn't have come this far without her support. When it comes to algorithms and system design, Fátima is nothing short of a genius. Her ability to break down complex concepts and explain them in an understandable way has been a game-changer for me. She's provided me with the tools and knowledge to tackle even the toughest problems with ease. 🧠💡 But it's not just about the technical skills. Fátima has also been a fantastic mentor when it comes to behavioral aspects. She's taught me how to present myself, how to communicate effectively, and how to handle challenging questions with grace and poise. Her guidance has made me more confident and prepared in every aspect of the interview process. Thank you, Fátima, for being an amazing mentor, teacher, and friend. Your support has meant the world to me, and I am incredibly grateful for everything you've done. Here's to continued success and growth, all thanks to you! 🎉🙏

Andrea

Andrea

5 out of 5 stars

Lite Plan · 
1 month

Fatima gave me excellent insight into the current state of the market, helping me tailor my approach and saving me a lot of time. She offered excellent insight into how to modify my resume, and I landed four interviews shortly after using it. Fatima responds quickly and has great actionable advice. I highly recommend her.

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