It is absolutely true that the most successful engineering companies hire the very best and very brightest talent. It’s even more so true in startup firms such as Touchstone. As a result, my ...

When Jeanne Knight's husband was recently interviewing for a mechanical engineering job, he was asked what the letters "E" and "I" stood for in a bending equation for a structural beam. Once he ...

Santa Clara, July 08, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The role of engineering managers in FAANG companies is becoming increasingly critical as these organizations expand their focus on large-scale, ...

Interview Kickstart recently updated its comprehensive Backend Engineering Course, designed specifically to meet the growing industry demand for engineers with specialized server-side development ...

The rise of AI-driven development, the proliferation of microservices, and the adoption of serverless architectures have redefined the skills and expertise required in the field. FAANG companies, in ...

Hiring technical leaders is one of the most challenging yet essential tasks for any technology company. A good leader will inspire change and get the most out of engineering resources. A bad leader ...

The world of backend engineering is changing fast, and two big trends are coming together: serverless computing and artificial intelligence. This combination is creating amazing opportunities for ...

A couple of months ago, I blogged about interesting and challenging test questions I’ve posed to prospective engineering candidates or have had to endure when on the receiving end of an interview.