A VP of Engineering at a startup debates the necessity of engineering managers with a CEO who views them as unnecessary overhead, exploring arguments for their role.
A critical analysis of the 'architect' role in software engineering, exploring its common anti-patterns and organizational dysfunction.
Meta is restructuring, asking many managers to become individual contributors or leave, as part of an efficiency drive.
An update on how Monzo integrated machine learning across its organization in 2022, covering team structure, growth, and new initiatives.
The article critiques the misapplication of DevOps and Platform Engineering, arguing they are about organizational culture, not just tools or rebranding.
Analyzes Mark Zuckerberg's recent comments on raising performance expectations at Meta, linking it to broader challenges of scaling engineering teams in large tech companies.
A critique of traditional corporate hierarchies in tech, arguing they harm fulfillment and business by pushing people into management over their true passions.
A review of the book 'Team Topologies', which argues that organizational structure is key to effective software development.
Advice for engineering managers on making the leap to director, covering role definitions, promotion strategies, and mindset shifts.
A guide for new engineering managers on career paths, focusing on the choice between staying technical or climbing the corporate ladder.
