Hi, I'm Vedant, a Software Development Engineer II at Microsoft with 6+ years of experience building large-scale backend and data platforms. Over the years, I've worked across multiple Microsoft products, including Microsoft Teams, Viva Insights, M365 Copilot, and People Analytics platforms. My experience spans both Backend Engineering and Data Engineering, giving me a unique perspective on how modern systems are designed, built, and operated at scale. I started my career in Data Engineering and gradually expanded into Backend Engineering, working on services and platforms that power analytics and insights for millions of users. I've built data systems capable of processing over 2 TB of data per day and contributed to services powering M365 Copilot Analytics and Microsoft People Analytics solutions. Beyond technical expertise, I enjoy helping students and professionals navigate their careers. Many engineers feel stuck choosing between backend, data, platform engineering, or other specializations. Having successfully transitioned across multiple domains myself, I can help you evaluate career paths, identify skill gaps, and create a roadmap for growth. Areas I can help with: • Career guidance for software engineers and aspiring developers • Backend Engineering and distributed systems • Data Engineering and large-scale data platforms • System Design fundamentals and practical applications • Transitioning between engineering domains • Interview preparation and career planning • Navigating growth in large tech companies I strongly believe that the best engineers develop depth in their core area while building enough breadth across adjacent domains to design better systems and make stronger technical decisions. If you're looking for guidance on your career, technical growth, or navigating the evolving engineering landscape, I'd be happy to help.