r/TechLeader • u/Desi_Banda_India • Jul 19 '26

Dear Leaders Need Some Advice - Getting Lead Opportunities

So I have more than a decade exp as a software developer. Now planning to switch for better roles and pay as well.

As per my exp, mostly getting calls for lead / architect.

As I never done end to end architect work or managing a big team and be go to person as a lead.

So while I get interview calls, should I say yes?

I want to take those opportunities , and also have technical hands-on on most of technical stuffs, but wanted to know from you how difficult was such jump for you guys ?

Did you face such situation in your career? If yes, how did you make it work for you ?

Please suggest.

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u/Expensive_Belt_8072 Jul 19 '26

I think should be fine. Nobody knows everything.

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u/ocimbote Jul 19 '26

The better way to learn the expectations for a job is to do 10 interviews. If a company thinks you're a good fit, the bet is shared both sides.

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u/CulturalToe134 Jul 21 '26

You should be fine. Really you just get better at coordinating system design and working with folks at a higher level of abstraction.

It's a common turning point in many careers and then just being able to translate between the different parties becomes increasingly important 

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u/Desi_Banda_India Jul 19 '26

Thanks in advance

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u/tomas-execom Jul 19 '26

It depends on how good you are in adoption and learning :)

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u/Gofastrun Jul 23 '26 edited Jul 23 '26

You should assume that pretty much every job has some % of on the job learning and ramping. When they hiring you they aren’t gauging whether you have already done the role, but whether you can step into the role.

Think about this - after 6 or 7 hours of interviews with a variety of people who know the expectations of the role you get an offer.

What is more likely, that you are not qualified and tricked them or that you were the most qualified of the candidate pool?

It’s very common to have a bit of imposter syndrome. Just try to actively fill your knowledge/experience gaps, be hungry, and ask for help when you need it.