Rock Stars, Builders, and Janitors - Rethinking Engineering Roles

Explore the pitfalls of pigeonholing engineers into specific roles within software development teams. Examine the common archetypes of rock stars, builders, and janitors, and understand why relying on these fixed roles can be detrimental to an engineering organization's growth and success. Learn how limiting engineers to specific functions can hinder their professional development and the overall productivity of the team. Discover the importance of cultivating well-rounded engineers who can seamlessly transition between innovative problem-solving, scalable system building, and meticulous maintenance tasks. Gain insights into creating a more flexible and dynamic engineering culture that encourages continuous learning and adaptability across all aspects of software development.