$500 / month
3 calls per month (60min/call)
Unlimited Q&A via chat
Expect responses in 24 hours or less
Hands-on support
Machine Learning practitioner with 10+ years of experience scaling data systems at top-tier Silicon Valley companies. I’ve led impactful projects across Machine Learning, Recommender Systems, and large-scale infrastructure, and have been a people manager for over seven years. I actively interview ML Engineers and Engineering Managers, giving me a sharp lens into what top companies look for.
I’m happy to support you with:
- Resume reviews
- Mock interviews: system design, ML design, behavioral, project deep dive, and Engineering Manager interview
- Presentation rehearsals
- Role-playing critical conversations (e.g., asking for a raise or promotion)
- Career transitions: into management or into Machine Learning
- Career growth topics that matter to you (e.g., goal setting, project planning)
- Deep dives into ML technical topics of interest
Whether you're preparing for your next big opportunity or navigating a career pivot, I’ll meet you where you are and help you move forward with clarity and confidence.
5 out of 5 stars
Xun is an exceptional mentor who knows exactly what it takes to reach the Staff level. Before working with her, I felt stuck and unsure of how to bridge the gap to the next stage of my career. Xun provided the critical insights I needed to unblock myself and, more importantly, the conviction that I could actually get there. Her feedback is incredibly specific, grounded in her deep experience as an ML Engineering Manager who has successfully coached her own engineers to Staff. She helped me demystify what "Staff-level impact" looks like and turned our high-level strategy sessions into a concrete action plan that I’ve already begun executing with my manager. If you’re looking for a mentor who balances big-picture vision with practical "next steps," Xun is the person you want in your corner.
Lite Plan • 4 months
5 out of 5 stars
I can't recommend this mentor enough! I reached out Xun for career growth guidance, In just two sessions, she has changed how I approach my career growth and conversations with leadership. She didn't just give me vague advice, she gave me exact scripts and frameworks to advocate for my promotion to next level. We worked through how to clearly highlight my impact on my projects, and how to structure a high-stakes 1:1 with my skip-level manager. Thanks to her, I feel well prepared and confident in asking for a gap analysis and taking with leadership. If you need actionable, real-world career advice, she’s the best!
Session: Consultation
5 out of 5 stars
I was glad that I had several calls with Xun. She managed to prepare me for a behavioural and system design interview at a big tech company using just a few sessions (offer received!). She was very engaged in conversation, and her comments and advice were always exact and understandable. I would highly recommend Xun and hope to speak with her again later during my career development
Lite Plan • 7 months
Notify me when Xun has new spots
We will send you a quick email if Xun has new open spots for mentorship, and only in that case!
Book a free intro call with Xun
Connect with Xun in a quick call (usually under 30 minutes)
One-off sessions with Xun
One-off sessions are a great option if you're looking for specific advice on a certain topic.
Consultation Session - Explore your background and discuss a personalized career growth strategy - Share and receive feedback on product ideas, prototypes, or technical direction …
I’m a hiring manager with over 10 years of experience interviewing machine learning engineers, software engineers, engineering managers, and technical leaders. I’ve reviewed thousands of …
In this session, I will act as a technical interviewer or hiring manager and guide you through a standard interview procedure. I’ll simulate a realistic …
What's included in the trial?
Every trial is a little different–here's what Xun 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
