Merge to main
Merge to main
Podcast Description
Merge to Main is a podcast where we talk with people who've been in the trenches of tech leadership. No fancy buzzwords or corporate speak - just honest conversations about what it's actually like to build and lead engineering teams. Each week, we explore the real challenges of engineering leadership - from hiring and team culture to shipping quality products. Practical, no-nonsense conversations that help you become a better leader today.
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The podcast emphasizes engineering leadership themes such as hiring practices, team culture, quality assurance, and the adaptation to new technologies like AI. For instance, episodes might delve into hiring strategies that prioritize soft skills alongside technical abilities, examine cultural shifts within teams, and analyze the balance between quality and development speed.
Merge to Main is a podcast where we talk with people who’ve been in the trenches of tech leadership. No fancy buzzwords or corporate speak – just honest conversations about what it’s actually like to build and lead engineering teams. Each week, we explore the real challenges of engineering leadership – from hiring and team culture to shipping quality products. Practical, no-nonsense conversations that help you become a better leader today.
Anastasiia, former Head of Engineering at Native Instruments, shares her practical insights on engineering leadership, team building, and quality-driven development. Here's what you'll learn from this episode:
1/ 🔍 Discover what truly matters when hiring engineers. Anastasiia reveals why soft skills often outweigh technical expertise and how to identify candidates who will strengthen your team culture, not just your codebase.
2/ 🔄 Changing team culture is delicate work. Learn Anastasiia's proven approach to implementing meaningful change without causing mass exodus, including the ”one big change” strategy that minimizes team disruption while maximizing impact.
3/ 🚀 Quality vs. speed is the eternal engineering dilemma. Hear how Anastasiia managed this balance when developing DJ software where crashes aren't just annoying—they're career-ending for users performing live on stage.
4/ 💼 Junior developers face unique challenges in today's market. Anastasiia shares actionable strategies for standing out when every company seems to want ”senior-only” talent, including the power of meetups and personal connections.
5/ 🤖 AI is transforming the hiring process. Learn how engineering managers are adapting their interview techniques as tools like ChatGPT change how candidates approach technical assessments, and what this means for your next job hunt.
This episode is perfect for engineering leaders, aspiring managers, and developers looking to understand the human side of building great tech teams.
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Connect with Anastasiia:
– LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/atymoshchuk/
– PyBerlin meetup: https://www.meetup.com/PyBerlin/
Connect with me:
– LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/christianbarra/
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