This episode of the Soft Skills Engineering podcast addresses listener questions about navigating career advancement and code review etiquette. The first question focuses on a mid-level engineer over-leveled as a senior engineer at a FAANG company, seeking advice on increasing impact and taking ownership; the hosts offer advice on broadening responsibilities beyond individual tasks to benefit the entire company. The second question concerns the appropriateness of commenting on a draft pull request, with the hosts concluding that while cultural norms vary, offering constructive feedback is generally acceptable, especially with a disclaimer acknowledging the draft status. The hosts also discuss the importance of considering business context in code reviews and avoiding unsubstantiated performance claims. Listeners gain practical advice on professional development and improving code review practices.
