Career Guidance : Roadmap & Job Strategy

Confused about what to do next in your career? Not sure which path to take, what to learn, or how to stand out? This 30-minute session gives you the clarity and a concrete plan no fluff, no generic advice.

This session is built for:

- Final year & pre-final year CS/IT students figuring out placement strategy or higher studies.

- Mid-career engineers (2-6 yrs) feeling stuck, underpaid, or unsure how to level up.

- Anyone transitioning into AI/ML, backend, product, or a new tech domain.

What we'll cover (based on your situation):

- Career roadmap: where you are, where you want to go, and the fastest honest path there.

- Skill gap analysis: what to learn, what to drop, and what actually matters for your target role.

- Job search strategy: which companies to target, how to apply, and how to get referrals

- Resume & LinkedIn positioning: quick wins to improve how you appear to recruiters

- Salary & negotiation: know your market worth and how to negotiate confidently

- Higher studies vs job: honest guidance on MS/MTech/MBA decisions if you're at that crossroads

What you get after the session:

- A clear 3-step action plan tailored to your profile and goals

- Specific skill and project recommendations for your target role

- A list of companies, communities, or resources to focus on next

About your mentor:

Madhan is a Principal Technologist with experience across AI, cloud infrastructure, and secure product development. He has mentored engineers and students navigating transitions into AI, product, and senior engineering roles.

Come with your resume, your biggest career question, and an open mind. You'll leave with a clear plan and the confidence to act on it.