diff --git a/Engineering-Management.md b/Engineering-Management.md index e6634f9..3a3bc1b 100644 --- a/Engineering-Management.md +++ b/Engineering-Management.md @@ -32,8 +32,20 @@ I ensure that my team has an environment where engineers can do their best work - I recognise dysfunction in my team and work effectively to resolve it in a timely manner. - I listen to different perspectives and I remove biases from my words and actions - I create an inclusive environment for my team where it’s safe to speak up +- I create an emotionally and psychologically safe environment for the team to allow everyone to be themselves at work and to express their ideas and opinions without negative consequences. - I create a sense of connection for individuals in my team by ensuring everyone has repeated, frequent and predictable access to their colleagues and mentors +
+Examples + +- I ensured that a junior developer on our team had access to a mentor, myself as their manager, and their colleagues on a scheduled, frequent cadence to allow them to feel consistently connected with the team. +- I helped a team member feel more certain about their role by outlining my clear expectations of them in their role in a 1:1 situation. +- I created a space with my team members where they can talk with me about problems they're facing without me having to taking any actions, allowing them a safe space to express what's on their mind without concern of it becoming a larger issue. +- I gave permission to a team member to give me feedback, allowing myself to be vulnerable and open the door to feedback to allow me to improve or change my ways. +- I acknowledged that there is a power dynamic between myself and a junior engineer, but was able to listen to that team member and use my position to advocate for their needs. + +
+ ## L5 Senior Engineering Manager > I am an experienced Engineering Manager that leads one or more teams of engineers to deliver direct business impact. My manager can "set and forget" when it comes to my team, knowing that I can solve most problems independently using a robust managerial toolbox, and will keep them in the loop.