Being a great senior engineer is no longer just about clean code and clever architecture. In today’s fast-moving tech landscape, it is about being relentlessly curious, ruthlessly pragmatic, and deeply invested in the systems — and people — you help shape.

This talk explores what it truly means to level up as a senior software engineer or emerging technical leader. We will dig into the mindsets and habits that separate the good from the great: embracing automation, measuring what matters, mentoring with purpose, and taking radical ownership of both the technology and the culture around you.

From navigating new tools and AI-assisted workflows to championing team productivity and long-term platform health, you will leave with practical, battle-tested strategies for becoming the kind of engineer every team wants and every platform needs.

Whether you're already in a senior role or aspiring to grow into one, this session will give you the clarity and confidence to lead with impact — without losing your love of the craft.