Tarek R.
Career coach for software engineers, engineering managers and TPMs
| Hourly rate range | $80 to $160 an hour |
|---|---|
| Focus areas | Job searchInterview coachingResume and LinkedInTech careersPromotions and advancementNew managersTransitions and new rolesLeadership development |
| Works with | Engineers, Managers and Professionals |
| Also coaches | Executive coach |
Tarek R. is a career coach for software engineers, engineering managers, technical program managers and program managers. He draws on more than 25 years as an engineering leader at Amazon, Intel and Microsoft. At Amazon he managed and coached 7 engineers on his team. At Intel he held several management roles and worked as an active Career Coach for engineers. He has more than 8 years of people management experience and helps clients with interviews, resumes and LinkedIn.
What Tarek helps with
Tarek helps tech professionals land their next role and handle key career moments. He also works with people stepping into new leadership roles.
- Preparing for interviews with the S.T.A.R. method
- Researching the company and role before an interview
- Preparing thoughtful questions for interviewers
- Optimizing a LinkedIn profile
- Tailoring a resume and cover letter
- Finding opportunities beyond job boards
- Stepping into a new leadership role
- Finding your niche and standing out in your field
Who Tarek works with
Tarek coaches software engineers, engineering managers, technical program managers, managers of TPMs and program managers. His clients are professionals in tech who want to move to a new role, grow in their field or step into leadership.
How Tarek works
Tarek starts by researching the company and the role. He then prepares clients for common interview questions with the S.T.A.R. method. Clients also learn to craft thoughtful questions to ask interviewers. He also works on the LinkedIn profile, resume and cover letter. He uses his wide professional network to help clients find opportunities beyond job boards.
Background and qualifications
Tarek has more than 25 years of experience as an engineering leader at Fortune 500 companies including Amazon, Intel and Microsoft. He was a Software Development Manager on DynamoDB at Amazon from Dec 2023 to Aug 2025. At Intel he spent 10 years and 8 months, starting as a Senior Technical Program Manager in 2006 and rising to TPM Director roles in data center, business intelligence and AI software. He was also an active Career Coach at Intel. He has more than 8 years of people management experience.
Tarek R. pricing
Tarek R. reviews
Tarek R. has a 5.0 out of 5 rating from 89 reviews on IGotAnOffer, as of September 2026.
The CoachVouch take
Tarek is a former Amazon software development manager and Intel TPM Director who coaches engineers and TPMs on their careers.
Best for software engineers, engineering managers and TPMs preparing for interviews or a move into a new role.
Common questions
How much does Tarek R. charge?
Coaching with Tarek runs $80 to $160 an hour. Message Tarek from this page for an exact quote.
What does Tarek R. help with?
Tarek R. helps with preparing for interviews with the S.T.A.R. method, researching the company and role before an interview, preparing thoughtful questions for interviewers and optimizing a LinkedIn profile.
Does Tarek R. have reviews?
Tarek R. has a 5.0 out of 5 rating from 89 reviews on IGotAnOffer, as of September 2026.
Does Tarek work with technical program managers?
Yes. He coaches technical program managers, managers of TPMs and program managers. He held TPM Director roles at Intel.
What is Tarek's interview method?
He prepares clients with the S.T.A.R. method for common questions. He also researches the company and role and helps clients write questions for interviewers.
How do I contact Tarek R.?
Send Tarek a message from this page. It's free and takes a minute.
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