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Exploring Career Paths in Engineering

The question of whether a definitive answer exists concerning career paths has been a long-standing debate, particularly among high-end engineers. With technology evolving rapidly, including the surge of AI and automation in development, the roles and expectations of engineers have dramatically shifted. To address this growing uncertainty, Assign, a company specialized in high-end engineering recruitment, is set to hold an insightful online lecture titled “Career Strategies for High-End Engineers: Revealed Through 5000 Job Change Data Analyses”.

Lecture Overview

On July 3, 2025, from 19:00 to 20:00 JST, the online session featuring Takahiro Sunaga, the Chief Technology Officer (CTO) of Assign, will offer clarity amidst confusion. Sunaga’s extensive experience as an engineer and executive will help dissect the career trajectories of 5000 engineers, revealing what experiences and skills can aid in advancing their careers. With the industry in flux, many engineers find themselves questioning the best paths to pursue.

The Current Landscape

Traditionally, the path for engineers was quite straightforward: enhancing technical skills would lead to career growth. However, changes in the industry landscape have led to a shift, emphasizing not only technical proficiency but also roles with business insights, such as Product Managers (PdM) and Vice Presidents of Engineering (VPoE). This evolution complicates how engineers can correlate their skills with diverse roles in companies.

Data-Driven Insights

Historically, the evaluation of an engineer’s career path—considering factors like job changes, years at companies, and management experience—has often relied heavily on subjective perceptions and anecdotal evidence. To combat this reliance on hearsay, Assign has conducted a comprehensive analysis of career data from 5000 candidates. This study explored correlations between age, frequency of job changes, salary impacts, and management experience. It also examined trends in career shifts across job types and industries.

Through clustering analyses and building machine learning models to track salary determinants, Assign aims to visualize the realities of high-end engineers’ career paths based on data. This would empower engineers to make informed career choices grounded in actual trends rather than assumptions.

Key Points from the Lecture

During the lecture, participants can expect a data-backed exploration of potential obstacles and strategies for navigating career transitions. Sunaga will share insights from the front lines of engineering leadership, providing attendees with both quantitative and qualitative frameworks to build a clear pathway to their next career phase.

This interactive session also includes a Q&A segment, inviting engineers to clarify their doubts and engage deeply with the topic at hand, making it a valuable opportunity for anyone aiming to elevate their careers.

Registration and Participation

The lecture is free of charge, but prior registration is necessary. It will be conducted online, utilizing Zoom, with details sent to registered participants. Interested parties can register via Connpass.

About the Speaker

Takahiro Sunaga is not just a CTO at Assign; he is also a member of the Japan CTO Association. With a solid foundation in consulting and extensive experience across various IT and strategic projects, he co-founded Assign in 2016. Under his guidance, the company launched ASSIGN, a job service tailored for high-end engineers, focusing on providing clear pathways for career advancement.

Event Details:

• - Title: Career Strategies for High-End Engineers: Revealed Through 5000 Job Change Data Analyses
• - Date: July 3, 2025
• - Time: 19:00 - 20:00 JST (entry starts at 18:50)
• - Platform: Online via Zoom
• - Registration: Available on Connpass
• - Cost: Free

Participants are reminded that schedules and lecture content are subject to change. Details from the event may be published later by Assign, and any cancellations will be communicated through Connpass messaging.