Episode 22: From Opera Singer to Dev Leader with Anna McDougall, Director of Product and Engineering at Axel Springer

Coffee with Developers · Jan 25, 2023 · 32m

Welcome to Coffee with Developers! In this episode, join host Marc as he sits down with Anna McDougall, Director of Product and Engineering at Axel Springer. Anna shares her experience in leading the engineering team at Axel Springer and her journey from being an opera singer to a software engineer. Marc also talks to Anna about her book and what inspired her to write it. They also discuss the difference between junior, mid-level, and senior developers, how to climb the ladder, and why asking for help is crucial. Plus, Anna shares her thoughts on balancing work and personal life and her…