Career Framework (ICs)
This career framework outlines the expectations and responsibilities for individual contributors (ICs) at different levels. It provides a guide for career progression and development within the engineering organization.
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| Role | Expectation |
|---|---|
| Entry-Level Software Engineer | Produce Reliable, Well-Structured Code |
| Effectively Debug Simple Issues | |
| Participate Responsibly in Code Reviews | |
| Learn and Follow Established Tools and Processes | |
| Software Engineer | Design and Implement Robust Features |
| Proactively Improve Existing Systems | |
| Collaborate in Planning and Technical Discussions | |
| Write and Maintain High-Quality Code | |
| Efficiently Debug Complex Issues | |
| Knowledge of Advanced Tools and Support Onboarding | |
| Senior Software Engineer | Architect Scalable Solutions |
| Lead Project Execution | |
| Uphold and Champion Coding Standards | |
| Mentor and Develop Junior Talent | |
| Shape Technology Direction | |
| Staff Engineer | Define Department-Wide Technical Roadmaps |
| Resolve Highly Complex Technical Challenges | |
| Ensure Cross-Project Technical Excellence | |
| Mentor Across the Department | |
| Influence and Drive Technology Strategy | |
| Principal Engineer | Set and Communicate a Unified Architectural Vision |
| Lead Company-Wide Technical Initiatives | |
| Solve Critical Organizational-Level Technical Problems | |
| Cultivate Future Technical Leaders | |
| Advocate for Engineering in Executive Forums | |
| Distinguished Engineer / Fellow | Shape and Communicate Long-Term Technical Vision |
| Lead Industry-Defining Projects | |
| Serve as a Mentor to Top Technical Talent | |
| Represent the Company at Premier Industry Events | |
| Drive Thought Leadership Through Publications |