Technical Interview Coach

CodePath is a national non-profit that is reprogramming higher education to create the most diverse generation of software engineers, CTOs, and founders. We deliver industry-vetted courses and career support centered on the needs of Black, Latino/a, Indigenous, and low-income students. Our students train with senior engineers, intern at top companies, and rise together to become the tech leaders of tomorrow. As of 2023, we've served 10,000 students a year nationwide, and we plan to scale up to ~100,000 students a year by 2028.

Founded in 2017, CodePath has taught over 26,000 students and delivered courses across over 110 universities. We are supported by some of the largest and most well-respected organizations, including Amazon, Andreessen Horowitz, Blue Meridian Partners, Comcast, Google, JP Morgan Chase, Knight Foundation, Meta, New Profit, and Salesforce, among others. In 2024, CodePath was recognized as one of the Most Innovative Companies in Education by Fast Company.

About the Role

Location: Remote, United States

Role-Type: Part-Time Contract (20 hours/week) 

Duration: January 15th, 2025 - December 20th, 2025

Compensation: $60-70 per hour

Reports To: Senior Manager of Student Career Success

The Technical Interview Coach will play a critical role in advancing CodePath’s mission by helping students and alumni prepare for technical interviews, focusing on software engineering,  through the Career Center. The Career Center offers accessible career support through 1:1 mock interviews, workshops, and skill-building sessions to help students develop the technical skills and confidence needed to land technical roles and navigate their career paths.

This PT role (up to 20 hrs/wk) requires strong software engineering and technical interviewing experience, excellent communication skills, and a passion for supporting students—particularly those from underrepresented backgrounds—as they succeed in the technical hiring process.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct 1:1 mock technical interviews for students currently enrolled in CodePath’s courses and alumni preparing for technical interviews

• Co-present and lead technical interview preparation workshops and skill-building sessions

• Improve and iterate on technical interview preparation resources within the Career Kit

• Develop tailored content for technical interview prep and deliver it virtually as part of the Career Labs series

Expectations

• Continuously improve career coaching resources and student experiences by sharing knowledge and staying adaptable

• Communicate promptly via Slack and email, keeping the team updated on your availability and progress

• Maintain clarity and consistency in managing your calendar, time, and tasks

Experience & Skills Requirements

• 2+ years of experience as a software engineer where you have been involved in the hiring process for software roles

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills; comfortable with facilitating group workshops and 1:1 coaching sessions via Zoom

• Experience leading and providing feedback for various types of technical interviews, particularly data structures and algorithms

• Proficiency in at least one common programming language used in interviews (e.g., Python, Java, C++, JavaScript)

• Ability to facilitate mock interviews, present coding challenges, review code, and provide constructive feedback

• Strong time management skills

• Enthusiasm for mentoring and helping students build confidence in technical interviews

• Willingness to leverage and contribute to CodePath’s Technical Interview Prep curriculum

• Data-driven mindset, with an eagerness to use metrics for process improvement

• Flexibility and a willingness to experiment and learn

• Passion for CodePath’s mission to create the most diverse generation of engineers, CTOs, and founders

In an ideal world, you...

• Experience with general career coaching or 1:1 mentoring for early career software developers, especially from communities underrepresented in tech

• Familiarity with a range of technical interview formats, including coding assessments, whiteboard interviews, and system design

• Experience creating job search resources or documentation

• Prior remote work experience and familiarity with remote collaboration tools

• Strong professional network in the tech industry

Other details

• The part-time contract position will have flexible working hours

• Hourly range: $60-70 (depending on experience)

Benefits

We offer a comprehensive benefits package for full-time employees, including:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage: 90% of premiums paid for full-time employees and their dependents

• Flexible Time Off: Flexible vacation and sick time with 12 company-paid holidays, plus a week-long "winter break" office closure from Christmas to New Year’s. Employees are encouraged to take time as needed

• Flexible Work Environment: Enjoy a flexible workplace and schedule that supports work-life balance

• Ergonomic Office Setup: CodePath provides a laptop, monitor, and ergonomic equipment to support your productivity

• Professional Development: Annual stipend for professional growth and skill development

• Retirement Savings: Option to voluntarily contribute pre- and post-tax earnings to our 401(k) plan

• Paid Parental Leave: 10 weeks of paid parental leave to support growing families

• Leadership Development: A commitment to fostering leadership from within the organization

• Meaningful Impact: Frequent opportunities to connect with the students, universities, and communities we serve

• Industry Connections: Engage, collaborate, and partner with top technology companies, venture capitalists, and engineering leaders

About the Current Team

We are individuals from a multitude of backgrounds, experiences, and unlikely stories, all connected by a single dream: a world in which regardless of background, socioeconomic status, gender, or race all people have pathways to reach their full potential.

With a staff and board that cares deeply about diversity and equity, we believe that diverse perspectives and backgrounds create a richer work environment and enhance our ability to pursue our mission.

Note: Research suggests that women and BIPOC individuals may self-select out of opportunities if they don’t meet 100% of the job requirements. We encourage individuals who believe they have the skills necessary to thrive at CodePath to apply for this role.