$220 / month
Start free, decide later
I'm a hands-on engineering manager with experience building teams and products at high-growth startups, including Rippling and Decagon.
I enjoy helping software engineers make thoughtful career decisions and navigate the parts of startup life that are rarely covered in formal training. I can help with:
- Growing your career as a software engineer in a fast-moving startup
- Transitioning from individual contributor to engineering manager (spoiler: it's not a promotion!)
- Moving into AI and AI-native startups
- Preparing for coding, system design, project deep-dive, and behavioral interviews
- Evaluating offers and navigating compensation conversations
My mentoring style is candid, practical, and tailored to your situation. Whether you’re deciding on your next career move, preparing for an interview, or working through a challenge in your current role, I’ll help you clarify your options and leave with concrete next steps.
You tell Shridhar your goals. They see exactly what you want to work on before session one.
You meet within days. Shridhar reviews your application and books your first session, usually within a day or two.
You leave with a plan. Concrete next steps and a weekly rhythm from your very first week.
Shridhar Ramachandran
Senior Engineering Manager at Decagon
Enter your email and we'll let you know when Shridhar has open spots. You'll also get a link to manage your wishlist – no account needed.
Book a free intro call with Shridhar
Connect with Shridhar in a quick call (usually 15-20 minutes)
One-off sessions with Shridhar
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What's included in the trial?
Every trial is a little different–here's what Shridhar says about their trial:
We'll meet for a quick call (usually under 30 minutes) where we:
- Break the ice and introduce ourselves
- Discuss your goals and how I can support you
- Coordinate logistics like time zones, meeting frequency, and communication methods
