Leadership Roadmap

Episode #5: From Engineer to VP Sophie Troy’s Leadership Leap in Tech

Jon Humphries Season 1 Episode 5

🎙️NEW EPISODE: The Leadership Roadmap Podcast with Sophie Troy, VP of Engineering at Vamp

From software engineer to VP of Engineering in just five years, Sophie shares her inspiring journey of rapid career growth in tech leadership.

In this episode, we dive into:
✅ Her serendipitous path into computer science and early career choices
✅ The transition from individual contributor to technical leadership
✅ Building and managing engineering teams through growth and restructuring
✅ Practical strategies for promoting diversity in tech teams
✅ Balancing technical vision with people management

Sophie's approach to leadership emphasises trust, collaboration, and empowering her team members to take ownership of their growth. Her insights on retaining women in tech are particularly valuable for addressing industry-wide challenges.

Whether you're an aspiring tech leader or an experienced manager looking for fresh perspectives, Sophie offers actionable advice that you can implement right away.

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