What It Takes to Get Hired: Career Advice from a Senior Engineering Leader

What really makes a hiring manager say yes? For many candidates, the challenge isn’t a lack of skills but understanding how hiring managers actually think, what they look for in applications, and how to present experience in a way that truly resonates. When you know how to communicate your value clearly and strategically, even a non-traditional background can become a powerful advantage.

In this live session, senior engineering leader Kelly Vaughn will share insights from years of leading engineering teams, including guiding the hiring process for her teams and mentoring individual contributors into leadership roles. She will break down what leaders consistently look for in candidates, how to position your background so it lands, and the common mistakes that quietly take applicants out of consideration.

Kelly will also share insights on approaching your job search strategically and will wrap up with an open Q&A where attendees can get personalized, practical advice.

Join us on Friday, December 12 at 1 PM PT | 3 PM CT | 4 PM ET for this practical and empowering Tech Talk designed to help you stand out in today’s competitive hiring landscape.

Reserve your spot today and learn what it really takes to get hired.