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tGNQ24
Dec 3, 2018 41 Comments

Hi Ladies/ moms,

Just as every engineer has this dream to get into FANG companies, I started preparing for Senior Software Engineer interviews end of 2017.

Being a working mom of a first grader and kindergartener, I used to prepare in the evenings and weekends (with husband taking care of the kids related activities and other chores). My preparation was on and off based on how things were busy at home/ work/ kids.

I interviewed onsite at Facebook, LinkedIn, Google and Netflix. After the onsite’s the feedback I received was that I did well in behavioral, system design. However needed to get better at coding.

Honestly, with kids growing up, I find that it wouldn’t be fair on my part to lock myself in a room and leetcode evenings/ weekends. Whenever the kids see me with a notepad and laptop - they usually say mom is again back to doing her homework.

Should I look into switching to management or technical program management?

I find that I would be unable to devote more time towards leetcode/ though I am interested to - I don’t think my family can go through this again.

Also, my interests are to build systems to scale. Have over 9 years of experience and a Masters in CS.

Any thoughts - anybody on the same boat?

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  • Amazon / Biz Dev
    LITERALLY

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    If you value time with your family I wouldn't recommend FANG
    Dec 3, 2018 1
  • Amazon / PR
    jefe_bezos

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    jefe_bezos
    The more time you take off, the more you forget. You have an entire year to get better. Spend a couple hours every week to leetcode new problems and keep yourself sharp. Every now and then, look back at what you’ve done to refresh your memory. Just be persistent. You don’t have to kill yourself. You will get there if you keep making strides.
    Dec 3, 2018 0
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    My mom took a couple years off to care for me when I was a baby, but she's been working full time since I was about 3. Not only is she an amazing mom, her work ethic and intellect continue to be an inspiration to me. I talk to her often and we have a very good relationship. In the long run, you pursuing your goals will benefit your kids. Don't worry too much, do what you need to to have the career of your choice.
    Dec 4, 2018 1
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      tGNQ24

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      OP
      Thank you for your motivational words. I truly appreciate it. This motivates me to do my best in reaching my career goal and also having my kids reach their goals too.
      Dec 5, 2018
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    OxKing

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    PM me for Apple referral if interested
    Dec 3, 2018 0