Why Engineering Managers Struggle with Hiring

Join host Isabel Rasmussen and guest Daniel Schotland, COO of Linqia, as they dive into the intricacies of engineering leadership, hiring practices, and the distinctions between technical and non-technical interview processes. They explore the importance of soft skills within technical teams, the evolution of engineers into management roles, and effective interviewing strategies to assess both technical and interpersonal competencies.

00:00 Introduction and Guest Introduction

00:34 Engineering Hiring Practices

01:25 Importance of Soft Skills in Non-Engineering Roles

04:22 Training and Process in Hiring

05:19 Defining Engineering Culture

07:33 Effective Interview Techniques

12:20 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

Your Host: Isabel Rasmussen 🔗 https://www.linkedin.com/in/isabelrasmussen/

I'm a Fractional Head of Technical Recruitment who works directly with engineering leaders to hire top talent — from Senior Software Engineers to Directors of Engineering. With over a decade of experience recruiting for high-growth startups, I bring a strategic, hands-on approach to scaling technical teams that thrive in fast-paced environments.

🎙 Host of Your Next Tech Startup — a weekly podcast featuring founders, engineering leaders, and hiring experts on what it really takes to build and grow startup teams.

Let’s connect if you're growing a team or want to talk startups, recruiting, or tech hiring trends.