James Silva
Product management interview and resume coach for tech candidates
| Hourly rate range | $80 to $160 an hour |
|---|---|
| Focus areas | |
| Works with | Students, Professionals and Engineers |
| Also coaches | Executive coach and Business coach |
| Credentials | BS in Computer Science, Stanford University |
| Experience | 5 years coaching |
James Silva is a product management coach. He helps students and working professionals prepare for product management job searches, including resumes and interviews. He spent over 20 years in software engineering and product management at eBay, Expedia and Adobe. He also runs his own startup, ConciergeBot. He focuses on candidates with technical backgrounds who want PM roles at FAANG and similar companies. He has coached for over 5 years.
What James helps with
James helps people land product management roles and do well once they are in them. His work centers on resumes and interview skills.
- Preparing for product management interviews
- Writing resumes for PM roles
- Moving from a technical background into product management
- Targeting PM roles at FAANG and similar companies
- Finding product management internships and full-time jobs
- Succeeding in the product management role after the hire
Who James works with
James works with college students and working professionals who want product management jobs. He has a special focus on candidates with technical backgrounds. Through Management Leadership for Tomorrow, he coaches college students on interviews for PM internships and full-time roles.
Background and qualifications
James earned a BS in Computer Science at Stanford University. He worked for over 20 years in software engineering and product management in Silicon Valley. His roles include Data Analyst at Wells Fargo, Senior Software Engineer at eBay, Technical Product Manager at Expedia Group and Global Product Manager at Adobe. He lived through the downturns of 2001 and 2008, including layoffs and transitions. He is CEO of ConciergeBot and coaches part-time for Management Leadership for Tomorrow.
James Silva pricing
James Silva reviews
James Silva has a 5.0 out of 5 rating from 3 reviews on Leland, as of September 2026.
The CoachVouch take
He is a former Adobe Global Product Manager who now coaches technical candidates for PM roles at FAANG and similar companies.
Best for engineers and other technical candidates aiming for product management roles at large tech companies.
Common questions
How much does James Silva charge?
Coaching with James runs $80 to $160 an hour. Request an intro for an exact quote.
What does James Silva help with?
James Silva helps with preparing for product management interviews, writing resumes for PM roles, moving from a technical background into product management and targeting PM roles at FAANG and similar companies.
Does James Silva have reviews?
James Silva has a 5.0 out of 5 rating from 3 reviews on Leland, as of September 2026.
Is James Silva certified?
James Silva lists: BS in Computer Science, Stanford University.
Does James Silva work with college students?
Yes. He coaches college students on interviews for product management internships and full-time jobs through Management Leadership for Tomorrow.
Does James Silva coach people with technical backgrounds?
Yes. He specializes in helping candidates with technical backgrounds build resumes and interview skills for PM roles at FAANG and similar companies.
How do I contact James Silva?
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