The job search was easier because companies have my code. The first screening is not with a resume but with code. Makes things really simple.

Akanksha Priyadarshini
Software Developer
Placed at Rapido and Casaone, now at Blinkit

“Our teams are cross-functional and self-organised. Each team is responsible for the end-to-end development, testing and deployment and this allows for huge learnings and measurable growth. We have also adopted a pair programming practice, which allows for mentorship to take place every sprint, and this fosters learning and development for younger developers. In essence, we are a lean organisation that strongly believes in decentralised decision making and zero red tape.”

Simantini Borkar
Head of Engg
Villa Plus

Rather than a conventional training period, we find that it’s better for new members to partner with an existing developer and participate in the work. This way, they learn our ways and get a feel for the work directly and not through some hypothetical training situation. We also shift pairs frequently so there is a constant exchange of ideas and interactions between all of our teams both in India and the UK. I think it’s very powerful for both new joiners as well as for those of us who have been with the organisation for a long time because our new developers often teach us new ways of doing things and bring fresh perspectives to the table. It’s a win-win.

Arti Jeurkar
Senior Developer
Villa Plus