HACKER Q&A
📣 EchelonSix

Do you have advice for a new senior software engineer?


I’ve recently been successful in my application to become a senior software engineer in my team. I’m curious on what, if any lessons, anyone who has made that transition would give their younger selves?

For example, did you find yourself having to upskill on soft skills as opposed to coding? Were there any internal politics that made the transition uncomfortable?

I welcome any and all wisdom as I make this transition!

  👤 chickensong Accepted Answer ✓
IMHO, the higher up the ladder you go, the more important soft skills become. Communication is #1. More patience and empathy. More conservative views towards change and tech debt. More focus and rigor on correctness. More alignment with company goals and objectives. More willingness to say no. More effort on leading by example. Be humble, professional, and a pleasure to work with. Congrats!