Most Important Skills For A Software Engineer At A Fortune 100 FinTech Company
Aarya believes that while "technical skills are by far the most important ones," a holistic view of the platform is crucial for success, as is the ability to see the "bigger picture" beyond individual tasks. Furthermore, soft skills like communication and understanding business needs are important for success as a Software Engineer.
Technical Skills, Communication, Business Acumen, People Skills, Holistic Thinking
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Aarya Mathreja
Software Engineer
Fortune 100 FinTech Company
Arizona State University
Computer Science
Finance (Banking, Fintech, Investing), Technology
Product / Service / Software Development and Management
International Student, Immigrant, Worked 20+ Hours in School
Video Highlights
1. Technical skills are paramount for a Software Engineer, encompassing not only specific tasks but also a holistic understanding of the entire platform.
2. Soft skills like communication and understanding business requirements are crucial complements to technical expertise in this role.
3. The ability to see the 'bigger picture' beyond immediate tasks is highly valuable, allowing for a more comprehensive and impactful contribution.
Transcript
Q4: Most important skills for the role?
Obviously, technical skills are by far the most important. But I feel a lot of soft skills, such as communication and trying to understand what the business is asking for, come into play. People skills really help a lot.
Most importantly, I would say technical skills are key. This includes not just the specific tasks you're working on, but also having a holistic view of the entire platform.
I've seen people get stuck on small details without realizing the bigger picture. Being able to see that broader perspective is really important.