Jamila Thompson
Career coach for people breaking into tech
| Hourly rate range | $90 to $175 an hour |
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| Credentials | Master of Science, Manhattan College; Bachelor of Science in Civil and Environmental Engineering |
Jamila Thompson is a career coach who helps people change careers, break into tech and move up at their current company. She is a Technical Program Manager with experience at Amazon, Meta, Microsoft and STV Inc. She started in civil engineering and construction management, then moved into big tech. She focuses on resume strategy and storytelling, and has led cross-functional teams in the U.S. and Europe.
What Jamila helps with
Jamila helps people who want to change careers or level up inside their company. She focuses on resumes, storytelling and getting into tech without a tech background.
- Building a stronger resume
- Telling your career story with confidence
- Breaking into tech without a traditional tech background
- Changing careers or industries
- Leveling up within your company
- Landing your next role and doing well once you start
Who Jamila works with
Jamila works with people who are changing careers and people who want to grow within their current company. She has a strong fit with those who come from outside tech and want to move into it.
Background and qualifications
Jamila is a Technical Program Manager who has worked at Amazon, Meta, Microsoft and STV Inc. Over 5 years, she led cross-functional teams and delivered programs across the U.S. and Europe, from billion-dollar infrastructure projects to fast-paced tech teams. She began in civil and transportation engineering and moved into big tech through storytelling and preparation. She was also a Venture Fellow at BLCK VC. She holds a Master of Science from Manhattan College and a Bachelor of Science in Civil and Environmental Engineering.
Jamila Thompson pricing
Programs and services
- Career coaching sessions
- MBA coaching
- Resume examples
- Career discovery guide
Jamila Thompson reviews
Jamila Thompson has a 5.0 out of 5 rating from 14 reviews on Leland, as of September 2026.
The CoachVouch take
She moved from civil engineering into big tech herself, so she coaches career changers from firsthand experience.
Best for career changers without a tech background who want to move into tech.
Common questions
How much does Jamila Thompson charge?
Coaching with Jamila runs $90 to $175 an hour. Message Jamila from this page for an exact quote.
What does Jamila Thompson help with?
Jamila Thompson helps with building a stronger resume, telling your career story with confidence, breaking into tech without a traditional tech background and changing careers or industries.
Does Jamila Thompson have reviews?
Jamila Thompson has a 5.0 out of 5 rating from 14 reviews on Leland, as of September 2026.
Is Jamila Thompson certified?
Jamila Thompson lists: Master of Science, Manhattan College; Bachelor of Science in Civil and Environmental Engineering.
Does Jamila coach people who do not have a tech background?
Yes. Breaking into tech without a traditional tech background is one of her main focus areas. She made the same move from civil engineering.
How do I contact Jamila Thompson?
Send Jamila a message from this page. It's free and takes a minute.
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