Career Framework (ICs)
This career framework outlines the expectations and responsibilities for individual contributors (ICs) at different levels. It provides a guide for career progression and development within the engineering organization.
Click the icon next to each Expectation to view detailed descriptions and example SMART goals.
| Role | Expectation |
|---|---|
| Entry-Level Software Engineer | Write and test code |
| Debug issues | |
| Participate in code reviews | |
| Learn development tools and processes | |
| Software Engineer | Design and develop software solutions |
| Maintain and improve existing systems | |
| Collaborate on planning and discussions | |
| Write and test code | |
| Debug issues | |
| Participate in code reviews | |
| Learn development tools and processes | |
| Senior Software Engineer | Architectural design |
| Lead project development | |
| Conduct code reviews | |
| Ensure high code quality | |
| Mentor junior and mid-level engineers | |
| Contribute to technology strategy | |
| Staff Engineer | Lead technical direction of projects |
| Solve complex technical challenges | |
| Ensure technical excellence across projects | |
| Mentor engineers at all levels | |
| Influence technology decisions and strategy | |
| Principal Engineer | Set architectural vision |
| Lead major initiatives | |
| Solve the most complex technical problems | |
| Guide and mentor staff engineers | |
| Represent engineering in strategic discussions | |
| Distinguished Engineer / Fellow | Define and drive long-term technical vision |
| Lead groundbreaking projects | |
| Serve as top-level mentor | |
| Represent company in industry forums | |
| Contribute to technical thought leadership |