Why Average Software Engineers Get Hired Before You

Join my community where I coach Software Engineers: https://thecoderoom.carrd.co/ Recommended resource for learning to code and mastering core software development concepts: https://scrimba.com/home?via=umacodes Not all software engineering roles are created equal, and that difference matters more as you move from mid-level to senior. In this video, I explain why some software engineers land new roles in weeks while others with similar or even more experience struggle to get recruiter callbacks. It’s not just about how well you can code. It’s about the problem space you work in and the kind of experience you’re building. I talk about how companies actually evaluate mid-level and senior engineers, why domain experience often matters more than your tech stack, and how certain roles quietly carry more career weight than others. I also share how moving into higher-impact product and infrastructure work positioned me for opportunities at Microsoft and later Netflix. If you’re a software engineer thinking seriously about career growth, market resilience, and long-term optionality, this video will help you think more strategically about the roles you take and the problems you choose to work on. If you want deeper guidance, join The Code Room, my community for software engineers focused on technical growth, interview preparation, and career strategy. Let me know your thoughts in the comments. Thanks for watching.