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Spyros is a Principal Researcher at Microsoft working on AI systems. He has more than 12 years of experience in research and software engineering across industry and academia. He has mentored researchers, engineers, and other professionals on career transitions and technical focus. He helps people move between academia and industry, prepare for Big Tech roles, and build long-term career plans.
Based on 9 verified mentee reviews
I am a Principal Researcher at Microsoft, working on AI systems. With 12+ years of experience in both industry and academia, I have successfully navigated career transitions, built strong networks, and thrived in both corporate and academic environments.
I have mentored several dozens of researchers, engineers, and professionals at different career stages—helping them break into big tech, transition between academia and industry (and vice versa), refine their technical focus, and develop long-term career strategies. Many of my mentees have secured roles at top tech companies, advanced in their careers, or successfully pivoted to new opportunities.
Throughout my career, I have defied expectations and broken barriers. Whether it was earning a Ph.D., securing a faculty position, transitioning into big tech, or advancing within it, I encountered skepticism from others. But instead of accepting limitations, I made it happen through strategic planning, resilience, and continuous learning. Now, I want to help others do the same!
If your goal is to break into big tech, transition between academia and industry, or advance in your career, I offer strategic guidance, actionable advice, and mentorship tailored to your goals. Let’s connect and build a roadmap to success!
🌐 Learn more about me: https://sites.google.com/site/spyridonmastorakis
💼 Connect with me on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/spyridon-mastorakis-56438190/
👥 See a list of my current and past mentees: https://sites.google.com/site/spyridonmastorakis/current-and-past-mentees
5 out of 5 stars
Spyros has been an exceptional career mentor. He provided thoughtful, practical guidance that helped me navigate important career decisions with confidence. He is generous with his time, genuinely invested in helping others succeed, and always offers honest, actionable advice. I highly recommend him to anyone looking for an experienced and supportive mentor.
Standard Plan • 1 month
5 out of 5 stars
Dr. Spyros's approach and guidance helped me optimize my efforts towards my goals by : a) assessing my profile transparently, highlighting the achievable against the "stretched" targets; b) identifying the critical path gaps; c) pruning my irrelevant or less impactful ideas to focus on the ones that align with my achievable targets; and d) giving me more context about the academic landscape. He has been very responsive to my inquiries, flexible about the session topics depending on our chats, and he always takes the time to consider and incorporate my preferences into the action plan.
Standard Plan • 1 month
5 out of 5 stars
Spyros is a thoughtful and bold engineer who, despite having mastered the fundamentals of computing, keeps exploring new ideas and ways to execute. He's a great mentor: hands-on, willing to listen, quick to adapt to the mentee, and ready to help with any goal, theoretical or practical. Though I've worked with Spyros for only a month, I can already point to clear improvements in my career. I'm very happy with the experience.
Standard Plan • 1 month
You tell Spyros your goals. They see exactly what you want to work on before session one.
You meet within days. Spyros 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.
Spyros Mastorakis
Principal Researcher at Microsoft
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One-off sessions with Spyros
One-off sessions are a great option if you're looking for specific advice on a certain topic.
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Need expert feedback on your work? This session is designed to provide actionable, high-level insights on code quality, system design, research projects, and technical topics …
Struggling to structure your learning journey? In this session, I will help you create a personalized study plan that aligns with your goals, timeframe, and …
Planning a career change, aiming for a promotion, or having a specific career goal in mind? This session is designed to help you understand the …
This 45-minute mock interview is designed for students applying to MS or PhD programs in Computer Science, AI, Machine Learning, or related fields. The session …
This 45-minute session is designed to prepare you for technical interviews in software engineering, machine learning, and applied research roles, including Big Tech, research labs, …
This 45-minute session is designed for candidates preparing for faculty interviews in Computer Science, AI, Machine Learning, or related fields (Electrical Engineering, Electrical and Computer …
Have a question or challenge that does not quite fit into a structured session? This flexible, open-format consultation is designed for in-depth discussions, whether it …
What's included in the trial?
Every trial is a little different–here's what Spyros says about their trial:
We'll meet for a quick call (usually under 15 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
