Pete D
Principal Prototyper AWS, ex-msft
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Available Services
Coding Interview Practice DSA, algorithms, and problem-solving under timed conditions. Get feedback on approach, code quality, communication, and edge-case handling - calibrated to the bar at your target company.
System Design Interview Design scalable distributed systems end-to-end. Practice architecture trade-offs, capacity estimation, database choices, and the structured communication style expected in HLD rounds at top companies.
API Design Interview Design clean, scalable APIs from scratch. Practice REST/GraphQL design, versioning, pagination, error handling, and rate limiting - a growing dedicated round at companies like Stripe, Google, and Shopify.
Promotion Guidance Get a clear roadmap to your next level. Understand what the promotion committee actually evaluates, build your case with the right artifacts, and learn how to make your impact visible.
Career Roadmap Planning Map out your 1-year, 3-year, and 5-year career plan. Identify skill gaps, align your growth direction, and make intentional choices about specialization vs. generalization.
Skills Gap Analysis Identify exactly what skills, experiences, and knowledge you're missing for your target role or level. Get a prioritized learning plan with concrete resources and milestones.
Building Visibility & Executive Presence Learn how to make your work visible to leadership, build influence beyond your team, communicate in senior forums, and develop the executive presence needed for Staff+ and Director+ roles.
PIP Support Placed on a Performance Improvement Plan? Get confidential, judgment-free guidance from senior professionals on how to navigate it - fight back, negotiate an exit, or plan your next move.
Toxic Workplace Navigation Dealing with a difficult manager, office politics, or a toxic culture? Get practical strategies to protect yourself, document issues, and decide when and how to move on.
Workplace Conflict Resolution Navigate disagreements with colleagues, cross-team friction, or difficult stakeholder relationships. Learn frameworks to resolve conflicts professionally without damaging your reputation.
Burnout & Stress Management Feeling overwhelmed, exhausted, or disconnected from your work? Talk to experienced professionals who have navigated burnout and come out stronger - get actionable strategies, not just sympathy.
Work-Life Balance Struggling to set boundaries between work and life? Get advice on managing energy, setting realistic expectations, and building sustainable habits from people who have figured it out at demanding companies.
Layoff Recovery & Next Steps Recently laid off? Get immediate clarity on severance negotiation, unemployment benefits, and how to pivot fast - from professionals who have both managed and survived layoffs at top companies.
Experience
Principal Prototyper
Amazon
Jan 2023 — Present Current
Tech evangelist
Microsoft
Apr 2013 — Jan 2023
Software Development Manager
Marks and Spencer
Nov 2012 — Mar 2013
Senior Software Engineer
Yamaha
Jun 2003 — Sep 2012
Software Engineer
5D Solutions
Jul 1998 — May 2003
Software Developer
Sony
Jan 1996 — Jun 1998