$360 / month
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Sid is a Principal Engineering Manager at Microsoft who manages a distributed service. He has more than 20 years of experience building and leading global distributed engineering teams, and has interviewed more than 400 candidates and reviewed more than 2,000 resumes. He helps software engineers practice technical and behavioral interviews, prepare for major tech company hiring processes, and transition from individual contributor to manager roles.
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Sid is currently a Principal Engineering Manager in Microsoft managing a distributed service. He is a result oriented engineering leader, with 20+ years of experience in leading and building high performance global distributed teams, delivering high quality software with lean, agile with continuous improvement methodologies, OKRs along with operational excellence. Sid has interviewed 400+ candidates, reviewed 2000+ resumes over the course of his career.
Sid has experience interviewing software engineers at all levels SDE, SDE 2, Senior SDE, Staff SDE, Senior Staff SDE, Principal SDE and engineering managers. He can help you practice the following types of interviews: behavioral, coding, system design and algorithms. Sid is passionate about helping people with interviews and has successfully helped folks land roles at FAANGM and other companies.
What you can expect from coaching with Sid:
- Targeted, actionable feedback for interview success with a clear roadmap for improvement across technical and behavioral interview skills with guidance on preparation.
- Guidance on transitioning from IC to manager including insights on team dynamics, cross-functional collaboration, and performance optimization.
- Insider knowledge of interview processes at major tech companies like Microsoft and others.
- A structured approach to mastering behavioral and leadership questions, helping you articulate your experiences and showcase your strengths.
- Career Advancement - provide valuable guidance on career advancement, technical leadership, and long-term success in the tech industry.
5 out of 5 stars
Sid was a great mentor. He really went above and beyond and really seemed focused on making sure I succeeded.
Standard Plan • 9 months
5 out of 5 stars
Help me a lot with my interviews which eventually led to getting my target offer. Sid is no-nonsense and extremely knowledgeable in his field. I like his rigorous approach to mentorship.
Session
5 out of 5 stars
Session
You tell Sid your goals. They see exactly what you want to work on before session one.
You meet within days. Sid 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.
Sid Ray
Engineering Leader at Microsoft
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Connect with Sid in a quick call (usually 15-20 minutes)
One-off sessions with Sid
One-off sessions are a great option if you're looking for specific advice on a certain topic.
Whatever doesn't fit the mold: Get a full hour with a mentor to discuss your needs. Be it help with coding something, deciding on a …
I have interviewed hundreds of candidates and served on hiring committees at hyperscalers such as Microsoft. One of the most common reasons strong technical candidates …
Many technology professionals struggle not because they lack talent, but because they lack clarity on which path to pursue. I have seen careers stall when …
What's included in the trial?
Every trial is a little different–here's what Sid 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
