Staff+ engineers have years of technical knowledge stored away, but often have their skills overlooked or undermined.
The engineering function plays a critical role in providing the technical strategy and engine that supports business goals. A strong slate of senior engineers can help create features, but to develop a solid technical strategy and a scalable system, you need experienced staff+ engineers. However, staff+ engineers are highly sought after and we don’t always leverage their full potential.
Why org dynamics sometimes stifle staff+ engineers
Staff+ engineers are often viewed as multipliers, helping companies level up their technical capabilities to meet market demands, delivering on goals, and achieving the wider org mission.