Скачать или смотреть From Accidental Leader to Netflix Engineering Manager: How to Build High-Trust Remote Teams

Welcome to the latest episode of Silicon & Spice, where tech leaders share life's unique flavors!

Today we dive into a fascinating conversation with Manny, currently an Engineering Manager at Netflix and previously Engineering Director at Carta, with nearly 20 years of experience spanning gaming, development, and platform engineering.

In this refreshingly candid interview, Manny shares:
🌟 His "accidental" path into leadership - getting promoted to management three times despite his passion for hands-on building (the universe kept sending him a message!)
🏢 The stark differences between startup and Netflix engineering cultures - "The challenges are similar but at completely different scales"
🚀 How Netflix empowers engineers without micromanagement - no daily standups, just trust and context
👨‍👧 His experience as a stay-at-home dad for two years and the unexpected hurdles he faced returning to the workforce in a culture that questioned his choice

Plus, Manny reveals his favorite clothing brands, from everyday comfort picks to aspirational luxury items that feel "like wearing a cloud" for those long international flights!

What resonates most with you from Manny's journey? Have you ever found yourself thrust into leadership when you expected to stay hands-on? Let me know in the comments!

Chapters

00:00 Journey into Engineering Leadership
06:46 Navigating Startups vs. Large Companies
15:23 A Day in the Life of a Manager
21:12 Remote Work Dynamics and Team Morale
22:48 Team Building and Education Initiatives
28:00 Career Growth Conversations and Expectations
29:42 Finding Fulfillment in Work
30:58 Missionaries vs. Mercenaries in the Workplace
33:55 Fashion Choices and Personal Style
34:47 The Challenges of Parenting and Career
37:55 Navigating Career Gaps and Societal Expectations