John Edstrom

I'm John, an experienced engineering leader passionate about helping others grow in their careers and scale their impact. Over the past decade, I've led teams at companies like Instagram and Patreon, building products from early-stage MVPs to platforms used by millions of people.

As a mentor, I offer guidance and support to engineers, new managers, and startup CTOs looking to level up — whether you're developing leadership skills, transitioning into management, scaling a fast-growing team, or navigating complex technical and organizational challenges. I can provide one-on-one coaching, structured feedback on real-world situations, mock interviews, and career strategy advice tailored to your goals.

I also advise early-stage startups on building engineering organizations, technical scaling, and aligning product and tech strategy — especially in the consumer and SaaS spaces.

If you're looking for a mentor who’s been through the ups, downs, and pivots of growing teams and products, I'd love to work together. Let's focus on accelerating your growth, scaling your leadership, and helping you reach your full potential.

My approach is structured but flexible — a blend of tactical advice, leadership coaching, and practical playbooks based on real-world experience. Expect direct feedback, actionable insights, and clear steps to help you (and your team) thrive.