Ask Mathias: How can I add value to a team of senior engineers?

How do you add value when managing a team of senior engineers? Mathias has the answers.

By Mathias Meyer

February 12, 2024

With such senior reports, it’s difficult for me to see what I can enhance within the team. What’s more, I know my manager has high expectations of me. What can I do?

Hi Mathias,

I am leading a team of super-smart senior engineers. I think I fall short as their engineering manager, and I would like to know where I can add value for them.

I’d appreciate any advice that goes beyond reaching out to my reports via 1:1s – my manager isn’t looking for that. And I especially feel the need to justify my role given the current climate and need for job safety.

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