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A practical guide for engineers and adjacent tech leaders (PMs, TPMs, POs) who want to step into the Engineering Management role with confidence.
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System Design for Engineering Managers
System Design for Engineering Managers

A strategic approach to designing scalable, maintainable systems while enabling your teams to thrive.

How to Build High-Impact Engineering Teams
How to Build High-Impact Engineering Teams

Insights into team culture, hiring, and technical direction that drives real product impact.

From IC to EM: A Practical Transition Guide
From IC to EM: A Practical Transition Guide

Learn the real-world mindset shifts, frameworks, and habits that can help engineers step confidently into leadership roles.

About Me

Sandeep
Sandeep Varma

I write about engineering leadership through the lens of someone who’s been an engineer, a product owner, and an engineering manager. Along the way, I’ve built on a foundation in Computer Science Engineering and an MBA in IT Strategy — a mix that gives me a well-rounded view of how teams and systems scale. Here, I share insights to help you grow into a confident and effective engineering leader

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