Sajjaad Khader

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Teaching you how to break into tech in 2026. 👋 Hi! I'm Sajjaad, a 24 year old big tech software engineer (ex-Amazon). 🎓 I graduated with a masters degree from Georgia Tech in computer science at 20. Through sharing my own academic/career experiences, exploring useful tools, and interviewing successful people in tech, I hope to inspire a new generation of folks interested in tech and demystify the process when it comes to education and finding great jobs with great pay!❤️ My Other Socials📸Instagram: @sajjaad.khader - 465k Followers📱TikTok: @sajjaadkhader - 185k Followers👍LinkedIn: sajjaad-khader - 45k Followers🔽 Check out my free resume template!https://sajjaad-s-site.thinkific.com/courses/land-tech-job Unofficial fan audio feed — not affiliated with or endorsed by the original creator. All content belongs to its respective owner.

  1. 6h ago

    Amazon Principal Engineer Explains How to Get Hired (as a Software Engineer)

    Steve Huynh became a Principal Engineer at Amazon and set the interview standard for the company. In this video, he breaks down exactly how to get noticed and hired in today’s cutthroat tech market. You’ll learn how to structure a résumé, handle callbacks and behavioral rounds with confidence, and make sense of AI’s impact on engineering, so you can stand out and land offers.🚀 JOIN MY TECH COMMUNITY: SWE LAUNCHPADInside, you'll learn How to break Into tech with practical resources, job prep guidance, and real industry insights you won’t find in school. → https://swelaunchpad.com✉️ TECH NEWSLETTERDiscover the latest tech trends shaping the industry, unlock career tips, and access exclusive resources to stay competitive in tech. → https://sajjaad.substack.com/🗣️ INVITE ME TO SPEAK AT YOUR EVENT→ https://forms.gle/p38f7Jqt7FjYWtYU7🧑‍💻 LEARN TO CODELearn to code with bite-sized projects and an AI-bot to help answer your queries. I recommend you start with their python module, then check out java and javascript.→ https://coddy.tech/ (It's FREE, but you can use the code SAJYT for 20% off of premium features!)Steve's YouTube Channel: @ALifeEngineered ⬇️ MY OTHER SOCIALS:📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sajjaad.khader/📱 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@sajjaadkhader🌍 My website: https://sajjaad-s-site.thinkific.com/courses/land-tech-job00:00 Meet Steve Wyn and what this interview covers00:22 Steve’s Amazon journey: support to principal, bar raiser00:40 What makes a good résumé?01:14 The F-shape: use your hot zone01:56 Should you add a summary section?02:39 Links on résumés? Keep it simple03:13 What Amazon actually looks for by level03:53 Common mistakes: buzzword and framework dumping04:21 Depth over breadth: become the expert05:20 After a callback: recruiter vs. hiring manager06:19 Use recruiter resources to prep smart07:18 Behavioral interviews: prove self-awareness08:32 Will AI replace software engineers?10:18 The next 10 years: agent teams, you as lead10:49 Is learning to code still worth it in 2025?11:28 Wrap-up and where to find Steve Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Amazon Principal Engineer Explains How to Get Hired (as a Software Engineer)

  2. 18h ago

    LinkedIn Founder: How to Get Hired FAST While Others Get Rejected | Reid Hoffman

    Join me and Reid Hoffman (the Founder of LinkedIn) to explore how to navigate today’s chaotic tech job market - where layoffs, rescinded offers, and AI disruption are rewriting the rules. We break down how to stand out on LinkedIn, land opportunities without connections, and turn being “AI-native” into your biggest career advantage. Reid shares proof-tested advice on building value-first relationships, optimizing your profile, and signaling confidence even when you’re just starting out. I'm super excited for you guys to learn from this one :)✉️ JOIN MY TECH NEWSLETTERDiscover the latest tech trends shaping the industry, unlock career tips, and access exclusive resources to stay competitive in tech. → https://sajjaad.substack.com/🚀 JOIN MY TECH COMMUNITY: SWE LAUNCHPADInside, you'll learn How to break Into tech with practical resources, job prep guidance, and real industry insights you won’t find in school. → https://swelaunchpad.com🗣️ INVITE ME TO SPEAK AT YOUR EVENT→ https://forms.gle/p38f7Jqt7FjYWtYU7🧑‍💻 LEARN TO CODELearn to code with bite-sized projects and an AI-bot to help answer your queries. I recommend you start with their python module, then check out java and javascript.→ https://coddy.tech/ (It's FREE, but you can use the code SAJYT for 20% off of premium features!)⬇️ MY OTHER SOCIALS:📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sajjaad.khader/📱 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@sajjaadkhader🌍 My website: https://sajjaad-s-site.thinkific.com/courses/land-tech-job00:00 Layoffs, rescinded offers… now what?00:53 Fill out a full, high-signal profile01:15 Use warm connections and real references01:34 Map two-degree companies; find hidden roles01:58 Skip celebs—target managers and show proof02:31 Value-first outreach that gets replies03:46 Live LinkedIn teardown: headline to skills04:38 Sharpen your About; ask for the right DMs05:01 Detail experience like a résumé (with tech)05:26 Post with purpose; show your trajectory06:07 Linkedin Founder rates my Linkedin profile06:40 Disrupted market mindset: expect challenges07:12 Internships as the easier way in07:52 Be AI-native—bring leverage, not fear08:29 “Start a startup” as job strategy09:08 When to use the “Open to Work” badge (and when not to) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    LinkedIn Founder: How to Get Hired FAST While Others Get Rejected | Reid Hoffman

  3. 1d ago

    I Tried Every AI Coding Assistant

    Which of the AI coding assistants will turn you into a Top 1% developer? GitHub Copilot? ChatGPT? Replit? Cursor? Claude?🚀 JOIN MY TECH COMMUNITY: SWE LAUNCHPADInside, you'll learn How to break Into tech with practical resources, job prep guidance, and real industry insights you won’t find in school. → https://swelaunchpad.com✉️ TECH NEWSLETTERDiscover the latest tech trends shaping the industry, unlock career tips, and access exclusive resources to stay competitive in tech. → https://sajjaad.substack.com/🗣️ INVITE ME TO SPEAK AT YOUR EVENT→ https://forms.gle/p38f7Jqt7FjYWtYU7🧑‍💻 LEARN TO CODELearn to code with bite-sized projects and an AI-bot to help answer your queries. I recommend you start with their python module, then check out java and javascript.→ https://coddy.tech/ (It's FREE, but you can use the code SAJYT for 20% off of premium features!)⬇️ MY OTHER SOCIALS:📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sajjaad.khader/📱 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@sajjaadkhader🌍 My website: https://sajjaad-s-site.thinkific.com/courses/land-tech-job00:00 Intro00:03 GitHub Copilot07:53 ChatGPT11:48 Replit16:26 Cursor21:40 Claude Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    I Tried Every AI Coding Assistant

  4. 1d ago

    My Honest Advice to Aspiring Software Engineers

    When I graduated and landed my big tech job, I thought I had everything figured out, until reality hit me hard. In this video, I share what actually made me grow as a software engineer and how to adapt for a future where AI is changing everything. Get the Mx Master Master 4!→  https://logitech.cfzu.net/c/6579645/3289816/8585🚀 JOIN MY TECH COMMUNITY: SWE LAUNCHPADInside, you'll learn How to break Into tech with practical resources, job prep guidance, and real industry insights you won’t find in school. → https://swelaunchpad.com✉️ TECH NEWSLETTERDiscover the latest tech trends shaping the industry, unlock career tips, and access exclusive resources to stay competitive in tech. → https://sajjaad.substack.com/🗣️ INVITE ME TO SPEAK AT YOUR EVENT→ https://forms.gle/p38f7Jqt7FjYWtYU7🧑‍💻 LEARN TO CODELearn to code with bite-sized projects and an AI-bot to help answer your queries. I recommend you start with their python module, then check out java and javascript.→ https://coddy.tech/ (It's FREE, but you can use the code SAJYT for 20% off of premium features!)⬇️ MY OTHER SOCIALS:📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sajjaad.khader/📱 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@sajjaadkhader🌍 My website: https://sajjaad-s-site.thinkific.com/courses/land-tech-job00:00 I made it… then reality humbled me00:24 Always be the dumbest person in the room03:05 Steal 10,000 hours via proximity03:27 Using a Productive Mouse and Keyboard04:48 Shiny object syndrome in tech05:28 Intimidation learning and shallow knowledge06:18 Specialize instead of “learn everything”07:13 The overlooked superpower08:23 A simple 3-step framework to win09:30 The death of modern software engineering10:19 From coder to coach of AI agents10:53 Design, architect, and context engineering#Logitech #MxMaster4 #LogitechPartner Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    My Honest Advice to Aspiring Software Engineers

  5. 2d ago

    How I Beat 99% of Software Engineers (Networking HACK)

    Networking isn’t luck, it’s a system you can learn. Come with me to New York boardrooms as I interview LinkedIn’s co-founder Reid Hoffman, crash a GE Vernova event, and host a podcast, all while breaking down the 5-step framework you need to connect with anyone. You’ll see proof in real conversations and leave with a clear plan to turn awkward outreach into authentic opportunities.✉️ JOIN MY TECH NEWSLETTERDiscover the latest tech trends shaping the industry, unlock career tips, and access exclusive resources to stay competitive in tech. → https://sajjaad.substack.com/🗣️ INVITE ME TO SPEAK AT YOUR EVENT→ https://forms.gle/p38f7Jqt7FjYWtYU7🧑‍💻 LEARN TO CODELearn to code with bite-sized projects and an AI-bot to help answer your queries. I recommend you start with their python module, then check out java and javascript.→ https://coddy.tech/ (It's FREE, but you can use the code SAJYT for 20% off of premium features!)🍿 WATCH NEXTA Day in the Life of a Software Engineer in New York Cityhttps://youtu.be/IBf9-J_C-Lo?si=kx1KMt_KTa33zrJ0⬇️ MY OTHER SOCIALS:📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sajjaad.khader/📱 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@sajjaadkhader🌍 My website: https://sajjaad-s-site.thinkific.com/courses/land-tech-job00:00 Networking is the #1 skill00:55 The G.R.O.W.S. game plan01:05 G = Goal: find your ikigai02:31 Land in NYC + quick room tour03:02 My cousin (the videographer) arrives03:23 Coffee run: talk to strangers04:17 R = Research and thoughtful gifting05:54 Heading to GE Vernova event06:22 NYC energy + no excuse not to network06:45 Conference prep: study, goals, pitch07:26 Quick chat with GE Vernova’s CEO07:56 Event wrap—rest before a big day08:11 Night debrief and dinner09:36 Interview day: breakfast and prep10:06 O = Outreach, W = Win trust (RICE)12:56 Meet Reid Hoffman + gift exchange13:39 Post-interview recap: LinkedIn, careers, AI14:07 Time crunch: edit and prep next pod14:38 Walk to podcast with Google engineer15:05 S = Sustain: keep relationships warm15:55 Be human, be friendly Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    How I Beat 99% of Software Engineers (Networking HACK)

  6. 2d ago

    The CRAZY Expectations For Junior Developers

    Junior developers are facing senior-level expectations in an AI-driven job market. This video breaks down how to navigate this new reality.ScreenBar Halo 2: https://benqurl.biz/4q9nsKS BenQ’s program for people building cool stuff @BenQGlobal #LightMeetsInsight #BenQScreenBar #adventure The bar to break into tech has never been higher, and if you’re a junior developer feeling overwhelmed, this video is for you. I break down how the job market shifted from easy entry in 2019 to today’s five-layer pressure chamber driven by layoffs, oversupply, and AI. You’ll learn why entry-level roles now feel like senior jobs. More importantly, I share the exact rule changes you need to adopt to stand out, attract recruiters, and actually win in this market. If you want a clear, realistic path to thrive as a junior developer in the age of AI, watch this till the end.___🚀 JOIN MY TECH COMMUNITY: SWE LAUNCHPADInside, you'll learn How to break Into tech with practical resources, job prep guidance, and real industry insights you won’t find in school. → https://swelaunchpad.com✉️ TECH NEWSLETTERDiscover the latest tech trends shaping the industry, unlock career tips, and access exclusive resources to stay competitive in tech. → https://sajjaad.substack.com/🗣️ INVITE ME TO SPEAK AT YOUR EVENT→ https://forms.gle/p38f7Jqt7FjYWtYU7🧑‍💻 LEARN TO CODELearn to code with bite-sized projects and an AI-bot to help answer your queries. I recommend you start with their python module, then check out java and javascript.→ https://coddy.tech/ (It's FREE, but you can use the code SAJYT for 20% off of premium features!)⬇️ MY OTHER SOCIALS:📸 Instagram: / https://www.instagram.com/sajjaad.khader/📱 TikTok: / https://www.tiktok.com/@sajjaadkhader🌍 My website: https://sajjaad-s-site.thinkific.com/...___0:00 - The New Reality for Junior Developers0:50 - Fewer Jobs, More Pressure3:16 - The 5-Layer Expectation Pressure Chamber for Junior Software Developers3:34 - Opportunity Pressure: The Pandemic Shock4:08 - AI-Exoskeleton Pressure: The Hiring Bubble5:00 - Triple Learning Curve Pressure: The Fall of Junior Developers5:51 - Grunt Work Pressure: The Perfect Storm6:23 - How to Beat 99% Of Software Engineers7:37 - Credential Pressure: It’s not your fault8:01 - The Reality of Software Engineering in 20258:40 - Rule Change #4: Fundamentals10:01 - Rule change #3: Software Mini-Founders11:42 - Rule Change #2: Start Peacocking13:09 - Rule Change #1: Become AI-native Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    The CRAZY Expectations For Junior Developers

  7. 3d ago

    Capital One Software Engineer Shares Internship Secrets (Interned At 3 Top Companies)

    In this podcast I'm interviewing Haris Hussain who has been an intern at Home Depot, NCR and American Express and is currently working at Capital One as a software engineer. He's also doing a Master's in software engineering at Georgia Tech and today he'll be sharing his best tech internship secrets that got his internships at all those companies. This video will take you all the way from being a simple computer science student all the way to getting into a top tech company. We'll first talk about coding, then about building projects and how to build a resume - he's even going to share his resume with us - and then we'll talk about the interview process. How to answer the technical questions that tech companies might ask you before you get hired as well as the behavioral questions. So stay tuned!Break down:00:00 Intro01:20 How did you get into computer science?03:50 Where do you work now?05:04 Coding Projects05:37 RESUME REVEAL and advice11:01 Should you apply even if you have NO experience?14:04 Resources to LEARN TO CODE17:49 Applying to Internships + (Technical Interview) Leetcode Resources23:42 Behavioral Interview: Tell me about yourself25:01 Behavioral Interview: What are your strengths?28:29 Behavioral Interview: What are your weaknesses?32:12 Situational Interview Questions34:15 How long do you wait to hear back after interviews?37:30 Outro🏆 INTERN SUCCESS ACADEMY 🏆 If you are interested in a COMPLETE done-with-you approach to landing an internship at a top tech company in which I help you PERFECT your resume, linkedin, behavioral interview, and technical skills, check out → https://internsuccessacademy.com!✍️ FREE Resume Template → https://form.jotform.com/232216966426056📄 FREE Resume Review → https://forms.gle/MQSHpBbXN2UsXtHK9🍿 WATCH NEXT: How To Get Hired at Google, Meta, Amazon WITHOUT EXPERIENCE: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pWjSwyefKAU MY OTHER SOCIALS:📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sajjaad.khader/📱 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@sajjaadkhader🌍 My website: https://internsuccessacademy.com#softwareengineer #internship #techinterview Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Capital One Software Engineer Shares Internship Secrets (Interned At 3 Top Companies)

  8. 3d ago

    The Ex-Google Employee Who Makes $1,000,000 Every 10 Days

    In today’s episode, I sit down with Zach Lloyd, ex-Google Principal Engineer turned CEO of Warp, a terminal that’s redefining how developers build software with AI agents. Warp is reportedly adding $1M ARR every 10 days, and today we go deep into Zach’s story, career lessons, and unfiltered thoughts on the future of software engineering.___🚀 JOIN MY TECH COMMUNITY: SWE LAUNCHPADInside, you'll learn How to break Into tech with practical resources, job prep guidance, and real industry insights you won’t find in school. → https://swelaunchpad.com✉️ TECH NEWSLETTERDiscover the latest tech trends shaping the industry, unlock career tips, and access exclusive resources to stay competitive in tech. → https://sajjaad.substack.com/🗣️ INVITE ME TO SPEAK AT YOUR EVENT→ https://forms.gle/p38f7Jqt7FjYWtYU7🧑‍💻 LEARN TO CODELearn to code with bite-sized projects and an AI-bot to help answer your queries. I recommend you start with their python module, then check out java and javascript.→ https://coddy.tech/ (It's FREE, but you can use the code SAJYT for 20% off of premium features!)⬇️ MY OTHER SOCIALS:📸 Instagram: / https://www.instagram.com/sajjaad.khader/📱 TikTok: / https://www.tiktok.com/@sajjaadkhader🌍 My website: https://sajjaad-s-site.thinkific.com/...___0:00 - Why Zach Left Google1:52 - Zach’s Lost 20s and Feeling Behind2:59 - Zach's Mental State3:52 - Craigslist Programming Job5:03 - Getting Into Google6:05 - Building Google Sheets (Early Days)7:04 - Imposter Syndrome With No CS Degree7:59 - Becoming a Principal Engineer8:59 - Why He Quit Google10:54 - First Startup (Selfmade)12:24 - What Warp Is (Simple Explanation)14:41 - Agents Explained Simply16:58 - Is Warp a GPT-Wrapper19:41 - Will AI Replace Entry-Level Jobs?21:11 - Roles Most at Risk vs. Most Safe22:57 - Will We Need Fewer Engineers? 23:15 - Won't there be less SWE engineers needed?23:50 - Number #1 Skill that SWE engineers will need?25:20 - What Skills Engineers Need Now26:58 - Is getting a CS degree still worth it?28:15 - Advice for Anxious CS Students29:56 - Where is job market skills misalignment happening?30:48 - Why You Should Work at Warp Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    The Ex-Google Employee Who Makes $1,000,000 Every 10 Days
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Teaching you how to break into tech in 2026. 👋 Hi! I'm Sajjaad, a 24 year old big tech software engineer (ex-Amazon). 🎓 I graduated with a masters degree from Georgia Tech in computer science at 20. Through sharing my own academic/career experiences, exploring useful tools, and interviewing successful people in tech, I hope to inspire a new generation of folks interested in tech and demystify the process when it comes to education and finding great jobs with great pay!❤️ My Other Socials📸Instagram: @sajjaad.khader - 465k Followers📱TikTok: @sajjaadkhader - 185k Followers👍LinkedIn: sajjaad-khader - 45k Followers🔽 Check out my free resume template!https://sajjaad-s-site.thinkific.com/courses/land-tech-job Unofficial fan audio feed — not affiliated with or endorsed by the original creator. All content belongs to its respective owner.

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    Sajjaad Khader
  • Years Active
    2026
  • Episodes
    84
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