Seeking Senior Developer Mentor for Intensive 6-Month Upskilling Plan
Budget: £18 – £36 GBP
I am a career-changer who has just landed my first role as a Mid Software Developer. My background is in HR, and I completed a Computer Science degree a year ago. I am highly motivated but aware of my knowledge gaps. I am looking for an experienced, patient senior developer to act as a dedicated mentor and teacher for a 6-month, intensive learning plan.
This is not about getting quick answers to specific bugs. It's about building a strong, professional foundation from the ground up. I need a guide to help me transition from a beginner to a competent Mid developer who can confidently contribute to my new team.
What I'm Looking For:
A seasoned developer with 5+ years of professional experience.
Expertise in core fundamentals: OOP (Java/Python), Agile methodologies, TDD/BDD, CI/CD, and Git.
Someone who is passionate about teaching and explaining concepts clearly, not just providing solutions.
Experience in code review and providing constructive, actionable feedback.
Your Role & Responsibilities:
Structured Learning: Develop and oversee a weekly learning curriculum based on my role's requirements (which I will share with you).
Concept Deep Dives: Weekly sessions to explain core concepts, design patterns, and best practices that I will encounter on the job.
Code Reviews: Regularly review my personal practice code and provide detailed feedback on style, structure, and efficiency.
Foundation Building: Help me prepare for and understand relevant certifications if they are beneficial.
Guidance: Be a sounding board for my questions and challenges as I navigate my first months in a professional dev environment.
Logistics:
This is a 6-month, intensive commitment.
We will start with 4-6 scheduled sessions per week, with ad-hoc support via chat as needed.
I will require an initial consultation to discuss the plan and ensure we are a good fit.
I will be conducting a brief interview to assess suitability and teaching style.
If you are a developer who enjoys nurturing new talent and has the patience and expertise to build a developer from the ground up, I would love to hear from you.
This is not about getting quick answers to specific bugs. It's about building a strong, professional foundation from the ground up. I need a guide to help me transition from a beginner to a competent Mid developer who can confidently contribute to my new team.
What I'm Looking For:
A seasoned developer with 5+ years of professional experience.
Expertise in core fundamentals: OOP (Java/Python), Agile methodologies, TDD/BDD, CI/CD, and Git.
Someone who is passionate about teaching and explaining concepts clearly, not just providing solutions.
Experience in code review and providing constructive, actionable feedback.
Your Role & Responsibilities:
Structured Learning: Develop and oversee a weekly learning curriculum based on my role's requirements (which I will share with you).
Concept Deep Dives: Weekly sessions to explain core concepts, design patterns, and best practices that I will encounter on the job.
Code Reviews: Regularly review my personal practice code and provide detailed feedback on style, structure, and efficiency.
Foundation Building: Help me prepare for and understand relevant certifications if they are beneficial.
Guidance: Be a sounding board for my questions and challenges as I navigate my first months in a professional dev environment.
Logistics:
This is a 6-month, intensive commitment.
We will start with 4-6 scheduled sessions per week, with ad-hoc support via chat as needed.
I will require an initial consultation to discuss the plan and ensure we are a good fit.
I will be conducting a brief interview to assess suitability and teaching style.
If you are a developer who enjoys nurturing new talent and has the patience and expertise to build a developer from the ground up, I would love to hear from you.