Jared Shay
VP of Engineering15+ years experience in Engineering and Leadership
Services
$390 / month
Up to 4 calls per month
Unlimited Q&A via chat
Expect responses in 24 hours or less
Tasks & exercises
Flat fee, no hidden costs
7 day free trial! Cancel anytime.
One-off sessions with Jared
One-off sessions are a great option if you’re looking for specific advice on a certain topic.
Introductory Call
If you're looking for a mentor, and you're just not sure about how this all works – this one is for you. In a casual, informal introductory call, a mentor will introduce themselves, show you around the platform, explain how our mentorships work, and explain …
Work Review
Not sure about your newest design? Not sure if your code is as good as it can be? Portfolio site looking a bit, meh? In this session, a mentor will sit down with you, and give you some inputs to make your work better, be …
Interview Preparation
Some big interviews coming up? In this 1-hour session, a mentor with hiring experience will act as a technical interviewer and ask you some standard hiring questions that you might hear in one of your future interview too, and will evaluate your replies. As a …
Expert Consultation
Whatever doesn't fit the mold: Get a full hour with a mentor to discuss your needs. Be it help with coding something, creating a software architecture, deciding on a strategy for your business or working in pairs. If you don't know whether what you want …
About
I'm an avid technologist who has worked in the web development space for 15+ years. I have an extensive engineering background ranging from early stage start-ups to large scale enterprises. I love the process of learning and mentoring and am looking to work with anyone who is just starting out all the way to experienced leaders looking to further their careers.
What mentees say
Amanda
on5 out of 5 stars
Jared is fantastic! He's very experienced, has a lot of wisdom and relevant knowledge to share and is always very thoughtful. Regardless of whether you're talking about Rails, general development practices or management, he's able to offer valuable advice and share his expertise. The notes at the end of our calls are a huge plus, very helpful. He definitely sets the bar high for mentoring, it's been an absolute pleasure working with him!
Matt
on5 out of 5 stars
Jared is a great mentor. From our first interaction, I found him to be extremely friendly and relatable, which created a comfortable and supportive environment for me to discuss any issues or questions that I had. What really sets Jared apart is his ability to quickly and intuitively get to the root of any issues I bring to him. His technical knowledge is exceptional and far reaching, and he always provides me with thought-provoking prompts and exercises to work through any problems I'm facing. Furthermore, Jared provides invaluable guidance in navigating career paths and interpersonal dynamics. He demonstrates a genuine interest in my long-term success, and he goes above and beyond to provide the support and guidance I need to achieve my goals. Overall, I have found Jared to be an outstanding mentor who has provided a lot of leverage for my career & technical skillset. I would happily recommend him.
Dillon
on5 out of 5 stars
As a career shifter into Software Engineering, I can attest to the impact of working with Jared on my growth as a software engineer. Our weekly session is always a highlight. Jared brings a wealth of experience and expertise to the table, both as an engineer and a technology leader. He excels in quickly identifying specific issues, building a deep understanding, and providing relevant context for problem-solving in a professional setting. He seems to know something about everything, and is able to explain difficult concepts concisely in a digestible way. I highly recommend Jared as a mentor for anyone seeking to advance their career in technology.
