Twice Promoted to Staff Engineer: Lessons Learned

The author shares their experience of being promoted to Staff Software Engineer twice in two years. The key to promotion wasn't technical prowess, but delivering value to the company by successfully completing high-priority projects aligned with company goals. The author emphasizes the importance of understanding company priorities, working on impactful projects, and building strong relationships with management and team members. A supportive manager is crucial. Key takeaways include focusing on high-impact projects the company prioritizes, not overemphasizing mentoring, and having a manager willing and able to champion the promotion process.