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# The Journey to Becoming a Staff Software Engineer


- **Date:** Friday, Jul 19, 2024
- **Time:** 15:00–15:30 (30 min)
- **Room:** Airstream (120)
- **Event:** World Congress 2024

## Description

Becoming a staff software engineer is a coveted role within the software engineering industry, but the journey to get there can be daunting. In this talk, we will explore the skills and experiences necessary to reach this level of expertise, as well as the challenges and opportunities that come with it.
We will cover topics such as building a strong foundation in programming languages and frameworks, developing leadership skills, and gaining experience working on complex projects. We will also discuss the importance of continuous learning and professional development, as well as the value of mentorship and collaboration in the workplace.


## Speaker

### [Rafael Roman](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/@rafael-roman)

Principal Engineer at Personio


## Related talks at this congress

- [The Staff Engineer VS Manager Path: A window over the tech career paths](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/events/world-congress-2024/sessions/439-the-staff-engineer) — Alfonso Graziano
- [Mastering Multiple Engineering Leadership Roles for Maximum Impact](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/events/world-congress-2024/sessions/8-mastering-multiple) — Elenaa Grahovac
- [Putting Developer Experience at the Heart of Tech Recruiting](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/events/world-congress-2024/sessions/333-putting-developer) — Julia Schroeder, Linda Stauffenberg, Markus Stauffenberg
- [Embarking on Your Journey as a Tech Conference Speaker: Tips and Strategies for Success](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/events/world-congress-2024/sessions/374-embarking-on-your) — Ayesha