Summary

Software engineering career moves don't have to be a lottery. In this episode, Adam Argyle breaks down why the technical interview process is fundamentally broken, how design engineering skills actually transfer across roles, and the tactical job search playbook that works today. Whether you're navigating a career pivot, re-entering the market, or just frustrated with the hiring gauntlet, this conversation cuts through the noise on what really matters for career growth and staying sane.

Links

Adam’s Website: https://nerdy.dev/
Adam’s CascadiaJS 2025 talk: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QW6GECIzvsw
10 powerful ways to use CSS variables article: https://nerdy.dev/custom-prop-categories
Sizzle Rizzle: https://nerdy.dev/sizzle-rizzle

Hosts

Overcommitted: https://overcommitted.dev
Bethany Janos: https://github.com/bethanyj28
Brittany Ellich: https://brittanyellich.com
Erika Eggemeyer: https://github.com/eggyhead

Design Engineering, Interviews & Job Search | Career Growth with Adam Argyle

Overcommitted | Software Engineering and Tech Careers Insights

Design Engineering, Interviews & Job Search | Career Growth with Adam Argyle