Krupa Popat🇺🇸
Staff Software Engineer at Rivian
About Krupa Popat
Staff Software Engineer at Rivian
I’m a Staff Lead Engineer with experience building and scaling large, production systems used across multiple countries. I mentor engineers at different career stages, with a strong focus on Women in Tech and professionals returning to work after a career break. My approach is practical, supportive, and grounded in real-world experience.
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How I Can Help
Career Growth & Leadership • Prepare for Senior → Staff Engineer promotions • Clarify career direction and long-term goals • Learn how to operate at higher scope, ownership, and impact • Build technical leadership and cross-team influence • Strengthen confidence and decision-making • Dedicated mentorship for Women in Tech • Return-to-Work guidance after a career break
Interviews & Job Search • System design interview preparation (mid–senior levels) • Behavioral interview coaching with structured feedback • Mock interviews with actionable improvement plans • Resume review and role-focused optimization • LinkedIn profile positioning and visibility • Portfolio and project review (impact-driven storytelling) • Job search strategy and interview planning
Technical & Architecture • System design fundamentals and trade-off analysis • Architecture reviews for real-world systems • AWS architecture best practices • AWS cost optimization strategies • DynamoDB design patterns for scale • Backend scalability, reliability, and production readiness
Transitions & Confidence Building • Moving from mid-level to senior roles • Re-entering tech after time away • Skill refresh plans tailored to current market needs • Rebuilding confidence and interview readiness
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What to Expect • Honest, experience-based guidance • Clear takeaways and next steps after every session • A supportive, judgment-free space
Happy to connect and help you move forward with clarity and confidence 🚀