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After 20+ years in tech recruiting, I’ve seen even the most accomplished engineering leaders get overlooked. Not because they lacked experience — but because their resume failed to position that experience strategically. If you're a senior technical leader stepping back into the job market, your resume might be working against you. Here are 3 mistakes I see constantly — even at the executive level:

3 Resume Mistakes Even Senior Tech Leaders Make


If you’ve ever made it to the final stages of an interview only to hear, “I’m concerned you don’t have as much experience in [specific area] as we’d like,” you know the pit in your stomach that can follow. This is a pivotal moment. The hiring manager likely sees a lot of potential in you—but they’ve zeroed in on one area of hesitation. How you respond can make or break the opportunity.

“You Don’t Have as Much Experience in X…” — How ...


If you’re in the running for a high level technical role, especially one in leadership, you’re likely to encounter this deceptively tricky question: What changes would you make if you came on board?” At first glance, this seems like a perfect opportunity to showcase your expertise, share your vision, and demonstrate how you can make an impact. But be careful—this question can be a trap.

How to Answer: “What Changes Would You Make If You ...