Confessions of a First-Time Engineering Manager

Session Speech

I strongly believe the position I’ll be working in five years doesn’t exist yet. Five years ago, I had no idea about the Engineering Management role I’ve been fulfilling for the past two and a half years.
This talk delves into the experiences of a former Software Quality Assurance (QA) Engineer who transitioned into an Engineering Manager (EM) role at a product company. It offers a unique perspective for testers considering their career path and explores the natural fit of an EM position for those with a testing background.

I’ll share insights into the responsibilities, expectations, and skillsets required for an Engineering Manager role. We’ll discover why a testing background can be a valuable asset for aspiring EMs.

I’ll also discuss the challenges I faced and what you’ll need to be prepared for, along with the impact I was able to achieve in this role.

Finally, I’ll share some insights about why I ultimately decided to move on.