Unlock your full potentials & shape the future of technology

TACTICAL STRATEGY

​Learn tips and tricks based on 10+ years of experience as a Software Engineer and a Hiring Manager in Silicon Valley.

PERSONALIZED EXPERIENCE

Each client gets a personalized coaching plans and curated tools needed to identify their strengths, set growth goals, and transform personally and professionally.

PERSONAL GROWTH

Recognize, understand, and grow your strengths so you feel empowered to reach your potential as a leader.

Hi, I'm Jean!

I’ve been working as a Software Engineer and a Hiring Manager for the past 10+ years in Silicon Valley. Most notably, I was the 19th engineer at WhatsApp, prior to the $18 billion acquisition by Facebook. I have experience building teams from scratch and growing a new engineering office of 100.
My passion is in nurturing and growing leaders who shape the future of technology!
Got questions?
Send me an email: exaltitude.info@gmail.com

Founders Track

Are you a non-technical founder in search of a technical co-founder?
Are you struggling with hiring your first engineer or CTO?
Are you grappling with technical strategies for your startup?

Learn proven strategies based on 15 years of industry experience.

Think of me as your interim technical co-founder. Ask me about:

  • hiring strategies - how to attract technical talent
  • technical strategies for your startup - MVP building, technology stack​communicating with technical people - engineers, technical founders, or contractors
  • setting up interview process
  • cultivating a team culture

​* This track if for startup founders, anyone planning to start your own company, or in a leadership role.

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Engineering Managers Track

Are you an engineer transitioning from an IC to a Manager role?
Are you adapting to a new company as Manager?
Are you managing Engineers for the first time?

Managing engineers for the first time can be daunting. Think of me as your advisor and mentor with 15 years of experience in Tech.

​Common topics for Engineering Managers include:

  • People Management or Manage Up​
  • Hiring and Onboarding
  • Situational Leadership
  • Identifying Strength and weakness
  • Effective 1:1s
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Future Engineers Track

Are you a student, preparing to become a Software Engineer?
Are you amid a transition to a technical role?
Are you preparing for an interview with a tech company?

Interview prep can be exhausting and ineffective when you don't know what Hiring Managers are looking for. Get interviews and resume tips from an experienced Hiring Manager. I can help you with:

  • Resume revision
  • Coding and behavioral interview prep
  • Salary negotiation
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Can't decide what works best?

Schedule a free introductory call to discuss the best options for you.

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Testimonials


"Jean shared her tips and best practices on how to find an outstanding technical co-founder and hire a rockstar early engineering team. I left my first session with two pages of notes - this was a masterclass!"

Thomas Harsch,
Co-founder of Leap
Leap is hiring!

“As a Product person and a first-time founder, it was intimidating to manage engineers for the first time. Jean coached me on how to effectively communicate with engineers and set up an effective engineering team. Our meetings have given me practical tips around running meetings, 1:1s, and events designed to motivate engineers. I learn tremendously from Jean's personal experience, and her input motivates me to create a better workplace environment for my engineering team."

Jinwoo Yu,
Co-founder of Prairie
Prairie is hiring!

"Jean gave me practical, non-generic advice on how to promote myself on my resume, which I found valuable from her time as a Hiring Manager. She also gave me insightful tips on what companies are looking for in their potential hires. After her full review, my resume transformed to the next level. Now I feel comfortable sharing it with my friends and network to widen my job search. I have already received positive feedback from potential employers!"

Seale Wong,
Hackbright 2021
Software Engineering Candidate