Ready to find a new job? One that actually excites you while also meeting your practical needs? The idea of a fresh start is exhilarating. But going through the job application process is another matter. There are a million places to look for jobs online. How exactly do you get…

Getting an offer for a startup technical position is hard. Product and developer roles have always been competitive, and they are becoming more competitive as companies opt for remote cultures and expand their candidate pool. So, how can you make yourself a stronger candidate and stand out in the startup…

After spending your morning documenting feedback for your newest colleague, you shoot off the code review. Rubbing your eyes after looking at the screen for too long, you glance at the clock. Coming back with a renewed focus (and a stomach that’s no longer grumbling), you’re ready to dive into…

Building products at an early-stage startup is a constant fight with uncertainty. Big companies typically have carefully planned out roadmaps. But at a small, early-stage company, you’ll likely build things that never come to fruition. We spoke with Shawn Vo, CTO of fintech startup Axle, about the uncertainty that startup…

While technical debt has a negative connotation, there are valid reasons for taking it on. In fact, it can be a smart business strategy especially for early-stage startups as they test out a new product or feature. The important thing is to be aware of why you’re taking that debt…

Organizations have changed the way their systems operate, over the last decade, with the rise of the cloud. Infrastructure code is an incredibly powerful process that has come out of this change. Infrastructure code eliminates manual steps and houses configuration information in standardized files. It simplifies configuration and management. To…

In the world of Computer Science and Information Technology, there are many different disciplines and roles that someone can assume. We asked Anand Safi, Engineering Manager at tech startup Mark43, to help us understand what tracks exist for entry-level roles. He broke the opportunities down into three major tracks: web…

What are the traits of a successful startup engineer? We took that question to startup tech leaders and recruiters to uncover the ideal startup engineering persona. For long-time startup engineers: knowing these traits will help you highlight key skillsets and experiences when applying for your next role. New to the…

There is no shortage of to-dos at a startup. On these small and scrappy teams, you’re often wearing multiple hats. That’s one of the reasons many software engineers prefer working at a startup. In this fast-paced environment, how can you make the most of your limited time? We sought to…