1. Land your Dream AI role
2. Career Challenges
3. Coaching Overview
4. Coaching Offerings
5. Why Work with me?
6. Testimonials
7. Pricing
8. Book Discovery Call
9. Next Steps
10. FAQs
11. Confidentiality Policy
12. Blog - Career Advice
2. Career Challenges
3. Coaching Overview
4. Coaching Offerings
5. Why Work with me?
6. Testimonials
7. Pricing
8. Book Discovery Call
9. Next Steps
10. FAQs
11. Confidentiality Policy
12. Blog - Career Advice
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1 Land your dream AI role at Anthropic, Google Deepmind, or OpenAI
From Coaching to Career Success For:
AI Scientists, ML Engineers, Data Scientists, Product Managers
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5 Why work with me?
6 Testimonials
My coaching services are substantiated by a strong track record of tangible successes as illustrated below. I have coached over 100 candidates, guiding them to successfully secure coveted AI roles in a highly competitive markets in the US, UK, Europe and India.
My mentees have consistently achieved placements at some of the world's leading technology companies and research institutions including Apple, Google, Meta, Amazon, LinkedIn, Databricks, Twitter. Beyond industry, I also coach candidates in their academic pursuits, with mentees gaining admission to MSc & PhD programs at top institutions like UCL and MILA.
My mentees have consistently achieved placements at some of the world's leading technology companies and research institutions including Apple, Google, Meta, Amazon, LinkedIn, Databricks, Twitter. Beyond industry, I also coach candidates in their academic pursuits, with mentees gaining admission to MSc & PhD programs at top institutions like UCL and MILA.
From Coaching to Career Success
AI Scientists, ML Engineers, Data Scientists, Product Managers
I’m so grateful to have found Sundeep as a career coach. He is knowledgeable about the most up-to-date resources for interview preparation and about the types of questions that may be asked in interviews. He’s also pragmatic in understanding my career goals, setting up a schedule to prepare for interviews, and helping me with mock interviews. Not only that, he is also a kind and compassionate person. Thank you Sundeep for all your help with my interviews!
AI Research Engineer
USA
I worked with Sundeep for my FAANG interview preparation. I wanted someone to help me with managing my stress and explain to me how interviews work within FAANG. Sundeep has a lot of experience and he was able to educate me on how to approach my interviews. When my interviews began he was always there when I needed him and he could give me great advice on how to approach next steps. It's great to have someone you can trust throughout the stressful period of multiple interviews that can provide great advice and support. We did multiple mock interviews (adapted to the needs of each interview) and we worked through the very last step which is salary negotiations. Thank you Sundeep!
AI Research Scientist
USA
I find that Sundeep is very easy to approach and friendly to talk. Sundeep indeed helped me a lot for the interview preparations, especially in the area of ML system design and behavior questions. He helped me to set up a mindset that there is a significant difference between academia and industry. He is not only knowledgeable in different areas of ML, but also good at teaching people how to build your soft skills, like how to communicate with people about your ideas. He also teaches me how to correctly organize your thoughts and express your ideas during the interview. He could grab your disadvantages clearly every time when providing the feedback. Based on your performance in the training session, he also provided a systematic roadmap on boosting your skills if you are facing another round of interview.I highly recommend having a coaching session with Sundeep, especially if you are a new grad phd student/postdoc who wants to transit into the area of machine learning and is struggling with the interview process.
ML Scientist
USA
Sundeep was a great mentor for preparing me for FAANG-level data scientist interviews. He is an expert on ML and Product Management, so I was able to learn a lot about his frameworks and tips, which were ultimately useful for my actual onsite interviews. Thanks to him, I received an offer from a FAANG company
Data Scientist
USA
Sundeep is very personable! Sundeep helped me with job interview preparation. I had a really great experience working with Sundeep! He spent time understanding what are my expectations for the session and gave professional advice on which skills to be deep dived for a better use of time. I was able to hear feedback on my areas of improvement and learned from the questions he asked. It was a SUPER helpful and VALUABLE coaching session for me. Thank you very much Sundeep!"
Data Scientist
USA
1. Sundeep is extremely professional and thoughtful. He always comes well prepared for the calls with pragmatic and actionable suggestions to solve for the call’s agenda. His structured thinking has helped me prioritize the immediate action items to facilitate my job search.
2. He brings rich and diverse ideas to every topic and problem statement. Whether they are ideas to find the best fit roles for my specific background and career aspirations, type of companies I should target, and long term career strategy, I found his perspectives from varied angles quite informative. His note summaries of each call help with quick and easy recap key points of each discussion.
3. His practice interview approach is thoughtful and deliberate. He has a well curated library of questions (tech + behavioral) that are reflective of his extensive tech and leadership experience. He provides detailed and constructive feedback for each answer and also provides important pointers one should cover.
It has been an absolute pleasure having him as my thought partner while navigating an ever evolving landscape of the AI/ML sector. If you want the highest RoI for your job hunt efforts, working with Sundeep is where you want to invest your time, financial resources, and effort in.
Data Science Manager
USA
Sundeep has great mentorship skills. He has in-depth knowledge of the AI/ML domain and knack for coaching. He was able to point out things I needed to work upon and shared his comprehensive feedback based on our interactions. I would highly recommend him for guidance / mentorship
AI Engineer
USA
Sundeep was extremely helpful during my job interview prep. I found the ML design discussions with him very fruitful. These are very useful in improving holistic thinking, understanding how things work in production and thinking about trade offs. These are some things which have very little literature online and are hard to find all at one place.
Data Scientist
USA
I was feeling nervous about ML System Design and ML concepts interviews. Sundeep did a mock round for me for both types and provided detail feedback for me. He also provided a study plan and resources for me to learn and brush up. Would strongly recommend doing a few mock interviews with Sundeep to clear any interview jitters
ML Engineer
USA
Sundeep is quite skilled & knowledgeable in guiding & coaching in the ML/DL areas. His extensive experience and understanding of practical solutions derived from recent research in the field let you develop the roadmap for the interviews & developing ML skills efficiently and effectively
Data Science Manager
UK
As someone who just transitioned to data science, it was hard for me at times to determine what I should focus on to get a first job that fits my strengths. After conducting an initial interview with me, Sundeep created a personalized plan for me to prepare for my data science interviews. He was extremely professional throughout the process. I was able to use some of his suggestions to get my first Data Science job. Would contact him again in the future for the next steps of my career.
Data Scientist
USA
I did a mock ML design round with Sundeep and was fairly satisfied with the interview experience, and the feedback shared after the interview. It was helpful that the question was tailored to meet the expectations of my ML Engineer interviews. The feedback allowed me to sharpen some weaker areas & I subsequently worked on improving them, which helped me during the actual interviews!
ML Engineer
USA
The coaching sessions were very helpful. Sundeep was very knowledgeable and a good communicator. He provided a lot of details about the approach for the ML interviews and answered all my questions
ML Engineer
USA
The coaching sessions with Sundeep are more than excellent. He has an exceptional knowledge of the technical, corporate and strategic aspects related to data science jobs and recruiting processes. Coming himself from academia, he also provides exceptional guidance for PhDs willing to start a career as data scientists in the industry. He demonstrates strong empathy and listens very attentively. He is highly organised in his guidance, he carefully determines the actions to be done. He conveys clarity and harmony. I'm super grateful to have found him as a coach. Thanks a lot!
Data Scientist
Spain
I highly recommend Sundeep's mock interviews. They prepared me for every curveball during my actual interviews. I aced my interviews at Uber, and I couldn't have done it without his coaching.
ML Engineer
USA
I highly recommend Sundeep's mock interviews. They prepared me for every curveball during my actual interviews. I aced my interviews at Uber, and I couldn't have done it without his coaching.
ML Engineer
USA
Sundeep acted both as my first (mock) technical reviewer, after my bootcamp, and advisor. For a few rounds, he presented me with typical coding challenges asked at FAANG. His critique was tough, but he was generous with feedback and even some pointers on improvement and the path to get to the next level. It was very valuable to have such 1:1 input during coding from someone already in the industry
Product Manager
USA
Sundeep provided me with a high-quality mentoring/mock interview session specifically tailored around my Twitter DS interview I was gonna face. Sundeep is very knowledgeable in what he's doing and asked very interesting questions around many ML topics as well as relevant product and Stats questions, which helped me understand the nature of the interviews as well as explore more into the topics. Sundeep's feedback was spot-on and very much actionable in the short-term. I ended up getting the offer from Twitter for Senior DS role and I attribute Sundeep for giving me the much needed thrust to fly past the finish line. Thank you Sundeep! I wish many DS/product aspirants gain from your tutelage.
Data Scientist
USA
I have had the privilege of being mentored by Sundeep, and it has been an incredibly enriching experience, especially as I am still in school. Sundeep's depth of insight and extensive expertise in AI and Software Engineering, coupled with his entrepreneurial experience, make him an invaluable mentor for someone like me who is just starting their educational journey. As a student, I greatly appreciate Sundeep's guidance and his dedication to helping me prepare for my future career. His approach to mentorship is nothing short of exceptional. He is exceptionally detailed in his planning and remarkably organized in his mentorship methods, which I believe benefits students like me who are eager to learn and grow. Sundeep's mentorship style not only imparts knowledge and skills but also instills a sense of confidence and purpose. His guidance has been instrumental in shaping my academic and career aspirations, and I am grateful for the opportunity to learn from someone with such vast experience and dedication to mentoring. I am confident that his mentorship will continue to have a positive impact on my educational journey and future career prospects.
Software Engineer
USA
As a recent graduate, I approached Sundeep to help me navigate the transition from academia to industry. Sundeep identified that my two-page CV was too academic and divided across multiple roles (Applied Scientist, Data Scientist, ML Engineer), diluting my strengths. He helped me condense my CV to one impactful page, reframe my research experience to emphasize business impact rather than academic research, and develop a focused LinkedIn profile that highlighted my specific experience and skillset. Beyond this, he guided me in creating practical industry-relevant projects using AWS to demonstrate real-world job-relevant skills. His feedback about positioning myself for specific companies like Uber and Amazon, while also suggesting upskilling in areas like generative AI, has changed my approach to the job market and given me the confidence to present myself effectively to industry employers. For anyone looking to navigate the academic-to-industry transition in technical fields, Sundeep's guidance is invaluable. His mentorship has given me both practical tools and the confidence to present myself effectively to potential employers.
Master’s Student
Canada
I’m so grateful to have found Sundeep as a career coach. He is knowledgeable about the most up-to-date resources for interview preparation and about the types of questions that may be asked in interviews. He’s also pragmatic in understanding my career goals, setting up a schedule to prepare for interviews, and helping me with mock interviews. Not only that, he is also a kind and compassionate person. Thank you Sundeep for all your help with my interviews!
AI Research Engineer
USA
I worked with Sundeep for my FAANG interview preparation. I wanted someone to help me with managing my stress and explain to me how interviews work within FAANG. Sundeep has a lot of experience and he was able to educate me on how to approach my interviews. When my interviews began he was always there when I needed him and he could give me great advice on how to approach next steps. It's great to have someone you can trust throughout the stressful period of multiple interviews that can provide great advice and support. We did multiple mock interviews (adapted to the needs of each interview) and we worked through the very last step which is salary negotiations. Thank you Sundeep!
AI Research Scientist
USA
I find that Sundeep is very easy to approach and friendly to talk. Sundeep indeed helped me a lot for the interview preparations, especially in the area of ML system design and behavior questions. He helped me to set up a mindset that there is a significant difference between academia and industry. He is not only knowledgeable in different areas of ML, but also good at teaching people how to build your soft skills, like how to communicate with people about your ideas. He also teaches me how to correctly organize your thoughts and express your ideas during the interview. He could grab your disadvantages clearly every time when providing the feedback. Based on your performance in the training session, he also provided a systematic roadmap on boosting your skills if you are facing another round of interview.I highly recommend having a coaching session with Sundeep, especially if you are a new grad phd student/postdoc who wants to transit into the area of machine learning and is struggling with the interview process.
ML Scientist
USA
Sundeep was a great mentor for preparing me for FAANG-level data scientist interviews. He is an expert on ML and Product Management, so I was able to learn a lot about his frameworks and tips, which were ultimately useful for my actual onsite interviews. Thanks to him, I received an offer from a FAANG company
Data Scientist
USA
Sundeep is very personable! Sundeep helped me with job interview preparation. I had a really great experience working with Sundeep! He spent time understanding what are my expectations for the session and gave professional advice on which skills to be deep dived for a better use of time. I was able to hear feedback on my areas of improvement and learned from the questions he asked. It was a SUPER helpful and VALUABLE coaching session for me. Thank you very much Sundeep!"
Data Scientist
USA
1. Sundeep is extremely professional and thoughtful. He always comes well prepared for the calls with pragmatic and actionable suggestions to solve for the call’s agenda. His structured thinking has helped me prioritize the immediate action items to facilitate my job search.
2. He brings rich and diverse ideas to every topic and problem statement. Whether they are ideas to find the best fit roles for my specific background and career aspirations, type of companies I should target, and long term career strategy, I found his perspectives from varied angles quite informative. His note summaries of each call help with quick and easy recap key points of each discussion.
3. His practice interview approach is thoughtful and deliberate. He has a well curated library of questions (tech + behavioral) that are reflective of his extensive tech and leadership experience. He provides detailed and constructive feedback for each answer and also provides important pointers one should cover.
It has been an absolute pleasure having him as my thought partner while navigating an ever evolving landscape of the AI/ML sector. If you want the highest RoI for your job hunt efforts, working with Sundeep is where you want to invest your time, financial resources, and effort in.
Data Science Manager
USA
Sundeep has great mentorship skills. He has in-depth knowledge of the AI/ML domain and knack for coaching. He was able to point out things I needed to work upon and shared his comprehensive feedback based on our interactions. I would highly recommend him for guidance / mentorship
AI Engineer
USA
Sundeep was extremely helpful during my job interview prep. I found the ML design discussions with him very fruitful. These are very useful in improving holistic thinking, understanding how things work in production and thinking about trade offs. These are some things which have very little literature online and are hard to find all at one place.
Data Scientist
USA
I was feeling nervous about ML System Design and ML concepts interviews. Sundeep did a mock round for me for both types and provided detail feedback for me. He also provided a study plan and resources for me to learn and brush up. Would strongly recommend doing a few mock interviews with Sundeep to clear any interview jitters
ML Engineer
USA
Sundeep is quite skilled & knowledgeable in guiding & coaching in the ML/DL areas. His extensive experience and understanding of practical solutions derived from recent research in the field let you develop the roadmap for the interviews & developing ML skills efficiently and effectively
Data Science Manager
UK
As someone who just transitioned to data science, it was hard for me at times to determine what I should focus on to get a first job that fits my strengths. After conducting an initial interview with me, Sundeep created a personalized plan for me to prepare for my data science interviews. He was extremely professional throughout the process. I was able to use some of his suggestions to get my first Data Science job. Would contact him again in the future for the next steps of my career.
Data Scientist
USA
I did a mock ML design round with Sundeep and was fairly satisfied with the interview experience, and the feedback shared after the interview. It was helpful that the question was tailored to meet the expectations of my ML Engineer interviews. The feedback allowed me to sharpen some weaker areas & I subsequently worked on improving them, which helped me during the actual interviews!
ML Engineer
USA
The coaching sessions were very helpful. Sundeep was very knowledgeable and a good communicator. He provided a lot of details about the approach for the ML interviews and answered all my questions
ML Engineer
USA
The coaching sessions with Sundeep are more than excellent. He has an exceptional knowledge of the technical, corporate and strategic aspects related to data science jobs and recruiting processes. Coming himself from academia, he also provides exceptional guidance for PhDs willing to start a career as data scientists in the industry. He demonstrates strong empathy and listens very attentively. He is highly organised in his guidance, he carefully determines the actions to be done. He conveys clarity and harmony. I'm super grateful to have found him as a coach. Thanks a lot!
Data Scientist
Spain
I highly recommend Sundeep's mock interviews. They prepared me for every curveball during my actual interviews. I aced my interviews at Uber, and I couldn't have done it without his coaching.
ML Engineer
USA
I highly recommend Sundeep's mock interviews. They prepared me for every curveball during my actual interviews. I aced my interviews at Uber, and I couldn't have done it without his coaching.
ML Engineer
USA
Sundeep acted both as my first (mock) technical reviewer, after my bootcamp, and advisor. For a few rounds, he presented me with typical coding challenges asked at FAANG. His critique was tough, but he was generous with feedback and even some pointers on improvement and the path to get to the next level. It was very valuable to have such 1:1 input during coding from someone already in the industry
Product Manager
USA
Sundeep provided me with a high-quality mentoring/mock interview session specifically tailored around my Twitter DS interview I was gonna face. Sundeep is very knowledgeable in what he's doing and asked very interesting questions around many ML topics as well as relevant product and Stats questions, which helped me understand the nature of the interviews as well as explore more into the topics. Sundeep's feedback was spot-on and very much actionable in the short-term. I ended up getting the offer from Twitter for Senior DS role and I attribute Sundeep for giving me the much needed thrust to fly past the finish line. Thank you Sundeep! I wish many DS/product aspirants gain from your tutelage.
Data Scientist
USA
I have had the privilege of being mentored by Sundeep, and it has been an incredibly enriching experience, especially as I am still in school. Sundeep's depth of insight and extensive expertise in AI and Software Engineering, coupled with his entrepreneurial experience, make him an invaluable mentor for someone like me who is just starting their educational journey. As a student, I greatly appreciate Sundeep's guidance and his dedication to helping me prepare for my future career. His approach to mentorship is nothing short of exceptional. He is exceptionally detailed in his planning and remarkably organized in his mentorship methods, which I believe benefits students like me who are eager to learn and grow. Sundeep's mentorship style not only imparts knowledge and skills but also instills a sense of confidence and purpose. His guidance has been instrumental in shaping my academic and career aspirations, and I am grateful for the opportunity to learn from someone with such vast experience and dedication to mentoring. I am confident that his mentorship will continue to have a positive impact on my educational journey and future career prospects.
Software Engineer
USA
As a recent graduate, I approached Sundeep to help me navigate the transition from academia to industry. Sundeep identified that my two-page CV was too academic and divided across multiple roles (Applied Scientist, Data Scientist, ML Engineer), diluting my strengths. He helped me condense my CV to one impactful page, reframe my research experience to emphasize business impact rather than academic research, and develop a focused LinkedIn profile that highlighted my specific experience and skillset. Beyond this, he guided me in creating practical industry-relevant projects using AWS to demonstrate real-world job-relevant skills. His feedback about positioning myself for specific companies like Uber and Amazon, while also suggesting upskilling in areas like generative AI, has changed my approach to the job market and given me the confidence to present myself effectively to industry employers. For anyone looking to navigate the academic-to-industry transition in technical fields, Sundeep's guidance is invaluable. His mentorship has given me both practical tools and the confidence to present myself effectively to potential employers.
Master’s Student
Canada
7 Pricing
Individual sessions:
Monthly subscription:
- Live, on-demand 1-1 video sessions are priced per hour
- All meetings take place on Google Meet
- AI-powered meeting notes and action items will be shared
Monthly subscription:
- Ideal for coaching programs of 2-6 months duration
- Coaching includes 2-3 live 1-1 video sessions per month
- Offline asynchronous support via email is also included
8 Book a Discovery Call
1. Email me with the below details
2. Schedule a free discovery call
2. Schedule a free discovery call
- Career goals
- Coaching requirements
- Target roles & companies
- Timelines
- CV
- Preferred duration of coaching program
9 Next Steps
- Based on the discovery call, I will prepare a custom coaching proposal with details of fees etc.
- You review the coaching proposal and confirm your acceptance
- You process the fees to officially kickstart the coaching program
10 FAQs
Q: Why consider Dr. Teki for 1-1 Coaching for FAANG-level interview preparation for AI roles?
A: I'm an experienced AI career coach for professionals targeting L5 to Director-level roles at top AI companies such as Google, Meta, Amazon, OpenAI, and Anthropic. I leverage my unique professional experience that no other coach offers: research in Neuroscience at Oxford and UCL, hands-on experience as an Applied Scientist at Amazon Alexa AI, an AI leader at both early-stage and growth-stage startups leading teams of 10-25 Applied Scientists and ML engineers, and a proven track record of coaching 100+ professionals into top-tier AI roles.
I provide both technical depth (ML system design, LLM architectures, Transformers) and strategic career positioning using neuroscience-backed learning frameworks. My clients have landed roles at Apple, Google, Meta, Amazon, LinkedIn, Databricks, Salesforce, and other leading AI companies, with typical compensation increases of $100K-$200K.
A: I'm an experienced AI career coach for professionals targeting L5 to Director-level roles at top AI companies such as Google, Meta, Amazon, OpenAI, and Anthropic. I leverage my unique professional experience that no other coach offers: research in Neuroscience at Oxford and UCL, hands-on experience as an Applied Scientist at Amazon Alexa AI, an AI leader at both early-stage and growth-stage startups leading teams of 10-25 Applied Scientists and ML engineers, and a proven track record of coaching 100+ professionals into top-tier AI roles.
I provide both technical depth (ML system design, LLM architectures, Transformers) and strategic career positioning using neuroscience-backed learning frameworks. My clients have landed roles at Apple, Google, Meta, Amazon, LinkedIn, Databricks, Salesforce, and other leading AI companies, with typical compensation increases of $100K-$200K.
Q: How much does AI career coaching cost, and what ROI can I expect?
A: Professional AI career coaching typically ranges from $3,000-$50,000 depending on program duration, seniority level, and target companies. My coaching programs are more affordable and typically structured as comprehensive packages rather than hourly sessions, ensuring focused outcomes rather than open-ended engagements.
The ROI calculation for 1-1 coaching is compelling:
If my coaching helps you land a Google L5 role at $350K-$450K total compensation, even a $12,000 investment represents just 3-4% of first-year earnings - a potential 25-30x ROI. Many of my clients have report compensation increases of $100K-$200K compared to their previous roles, far exceeding their investment in my coaching program.
A: Professional AI career coaching typically ranges from $3,000-$50,000 depending on program duration, seniority level, and target companies. My coaching programs are more affordable and typically structured as comprehensive packages rather than hourly sessions, ensuring focused outcomes rather than open-ended engagements.
The ROI calculation for 1-1 coaching is compelling:
If my coaching helps you land a Google L5 role at $350K-$450K total compensation, even a $12,000 investment represents just 3-4% of first-year earnings - a potential 25-30x ROI. Many of my clients have report compensation increases of $100K-$200K compared to their previous roles, far exceeding their investment in my coaching program.
Q: What makes Neuroscience-backed career coaching different from regular coaching?
A: Neuroscience-backed coaching applies established cognitive science principles to optimize learning, memory retention, and performance under pressure - critical factors in high-stakes technical interviews.
My 10+ years of cutting-edge Neuroscience and Behavioral research helps me empathize with my candidates better and gives me unique insight into how the brain processes information, consolidates memories, and responds to stress.
A: Neuroscience-backed coaching applies established cognitive science principles to optimize learning, memory retention, and performance under pressure - critical factors in high-stakes technical interviews.
My 10+ years of cutting-edge Neuroscience and Behavioral research helps me empathize with my candidates better and gives me unique insight into how the brain processes information, consolidates memories, and responds to stress.
Q: Can Dr. Teki help me transition from software engineering to an AI/ML role at Google or Meta?
A: Yes, career transition coaching is one of my specialties. Many of my clients have successfully transitioned from traditional software engineering roles to AI Research Scientist, Applied Scientist, Machine Learning Engineer, and Data Scientist positions at top tech companies, as well as from non-technical roles into AI-first roles.
The transition process typically involves:
A: Yes, career transition coaching is one of my specialties. Many of my clients have successfully transitioned from traditional software engineering roles to AI Research Scientist, Applied Scientist, Machine Learning Engineer, and Data Scientist positions at top tech companies, as well as from non-technical roles into AI-first roles.
The transition process typically involves:
- Identifying which AI/ML role best matches your background and interests
- Creating a targeted upskilling roadmap
- Transforming your resume to highlight transferable experience
- Working on tailored projects to enhance your AI portfolio
- Preparing for ML-specific interview formats for both technical and behavioral rounds
Q: How do I prepare for ML system design interviews at FAANG companies?
A: ML system design interviews are often the most challenging part of FAANG AI interviews because they require you to demonstrate end-to-end thinking across the ML lifecycle, from business problem formulation to production deployment.
My coaching approach includes structured frameworks for approaching any ML design problem, practice with real questions from Google, Meta, and Amazon interviews, and detailed feedback on communication clarity and technical depth.
A: ML system design interviews are often the most challenging part of FAANG AI interviews because they require you to demonstrate end-to-end thinking across the ML lifecycle, from business problem formulation to production deployment.
My coaching approach includes structured frameworks for approaching any ML design problem, practice with real questions from Google, Meta, and Amazon interviews, and detailed feedback on communication clarity and technical depth.
Q: What AI roles do Dr. Teki coach for, and which companies do clients typically target?
A: I specialize in coaching for technical AI roles for both ICs and leaders, as well as non-technical ICs and leaders switching to AI:
A: I specialize in coaching for technical AI roles for both ICs and leaders, as well as non-technical ICs and leaders switching to AI:
- Forward Deployed Engineers - focused on AI & Software
- AI Research Scientists focused on advancing the state of the art
- Applied Scientists who bridge research and production
- Machine Learning Engineers building scalable ML systems
- Data Scientists driving business impact through analytics and modeling
- AI/ML Engineering Managers leading technical teams
- Product Managers, Project Managers, Business Leaders
- CXOs at Startups targeting Big Tech companies
Q: How long does AI career coaching typically take, and what does the process look like?
A: Most clients achieve their target outcomes within 3-6 months. My coaching process follows a structured methodology:
Phase 1 (Weeks 1-4) - Positioning:
A: Most clients achieve their target outcomes within 3-6 months. My coaching process follows a structured methodology:
Phase 1 (Weeks 1-4) - Positioning:
- Fix your market positioning
- Enhance resume and LinkedIn profile
- Shortlist target roles and companies
- Build custom job application roadmap
- Technical discussions on advanced AI/ML topics
- Build curated projects to enhance AI/ML portfolio
- Custom mock interviews (ML system design, coding, behavioral)
- Develop tailored interview preparation resources
- Strategic applications and interview performance optimization
- Offer negotiation and role selection
- First 90 days planning in new role for quick wins
Q: What credentials and experience does Dr. Teki have as an AI career coach?
A: I bring a rare combination of academic authority and industry expertise:
Academic Foundation:
A: I bring a rare combination of academic authority and industry expertise:
Academic Foundation:
- PhD in Neuroscience from University College London (UCL)
- Postdoctoral Research Fellow at University of Oxford
- 40+ peer-reviewed publications with ~3,000 citations
- Published in top AI conferences including INTERSPEECH, COLING, AAAI
- Applied Scientist at Amazon Alexa AI (Speech & NLP)
- Led Conversational AI applied research at Swiggy
- Head of AI at Docsumo (25+ ML engineers; Document AI)
- 17+ years of AI/ML experience across USA, UK, India, France
- #1 Rated AI Career Coach by all top AI models - ChatGPT, Claude and Gemini
- 100+ professionals coached into Apple, Google, Meta, Amazon, LinkedIn, Databricks
- Clients in MS/PhD programs at MILA and UCL
Q: How do I negotiate a higher salary for my AI/ML job offer?
A: Salary negotiation in AI/ML roles can easily add $50K-$200K to your total compensation package. My coaching includes post-offer negotiation support using evidence-based frameworks.
Key negotiation strategies include:
A: Salary negotiation in AI/ML roles can easily add $50K-$200K to your total compensation package. My coaching includes post-offer negotiation support using evidence-based frameworks.
Key negotiation strategies include:
- Understanding total compensation structure (base, signing bonus, equity, performance bonuses)
- Leveraging competing offers effectively without damaging relationships
- Knowing which components are negotiable at each company
- Timing your negotiation conversations for maximum leverage
- Using data-driven arguments from levels.fyi and internal benchmarks
Q: How do I get started with Dr. Sundeep Teki's AI career coaching?
A: Getting started is straightforward:
A: Getting started is straightforward:
- Reach out via email at [email protected] with:
- Career goals
- Background
- Coaching requirements
- Target roles/companies
- Timeline
- CV
- Schedule a 15-minute introductory call to discuss your goals
- Receive a custom coaching program with roadmap, fees, and terms tailored to your specific situation
- Begin 1-1 video coaching sessions with flexible scheduling for different time zones
11 Confidentiality Policy
Your Privacy is Protected
All coaching engagements are conducted under strict confidentiality. This policy ensures you can discuss your career goals, challenges, and strategies openly and safely.
What We Keep Confidential
Everything shared during our coaching relationship remains private, including:
My Commitment
Your Control
You decide what to share and when. Many clients work with me while currently employed, exploring sensitive career transitions, or negotiating high-stakes opportunities. This policy exists to give you complete confidence that your coaching journey remains private.
Questions about confidentiality?
Feel free to discuss any concerns before or during our engagement.
All coaching engagements are conducted under strict confidentiality. This policy ensures you can discuss your career goals, challenges, and strategies openly and safely.
What We Keep Confidential
Everything shared during our coaching relationship remains private, including:
- Your current employment status and job search activities
- Companies you're interviewing with or considering
- Salary discussions, negotiations, and compensation details
- Technical information, projects, or intellectual property you discuss
- Career strategies, transition plans, and timelines
- Personal challenges, concerns, or circumstances affecting your career
- All session notes, materials, and communications
My Commitment
- No sharing without permission: I will not disclose any information about our coaching relationship or conversations to third parties without your explicit consent
- Discretion in all communications: All emails, messages, and scheduling are handled with complete discretion
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12 Blog - Career Advice
This index serves as the central knowledge hub for my AI Career Coaching. It aggregates expert analysis on the 2025 AI Engineering market, Transformer architectures, and Upskilling for long-term career growth.
Unlike generic advice, these articles leverage my unique background in Neuroscience and AI to offer a holistic view of the industry. Whether you are an aspiring researcher or a seasoned manager, use the categorized links below to master both the technical and strategic demands of the modern AI ecosystem.
1. Emerging AI Roles (2025)
2. Technical AI Interview Mastery
3. Strategic Career Planning
4. AI Career Advice
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Unlike generic advice, these articles leverage my unique background in Neuroscience and AI to offer a holistic view of the industry. Whether you are an aspiring researcher or a seasoned manager, use the categorized links below to master both the technical and strategic demands of the modern AI ecosystem.
1. Emerging AI Roles (2025)
- AI Forward Deployed Engineer: Comprehensive breakdown of the fastest growing hybrid role combining ML engineering with customer deployment. Covers: responsibilities (70% technical implementation, 30% customer-facing); required skills (Python, ML frameworks, distributed systems, communication); salary ranges ($200K - $400K TC), career progression, interview preparation, and companies hiring (OpenAI, Anthropic, Scale AI, Databricks, startups). Best fit for engineers who want technical depth with business impact visibility.
- AI Research Engineer Guide - OpenAI, Anthropic and Google Deepmind: Complete interview guide for cracking AI Research Engineer roles at frontier labs. Covers: full process breakdowns for OpenAI (6-8 weeks, coding-heavy), Anthropic (3-4 weeks, 100% CodeSignal accuracy required, safety-focused), DeepMind (<1% acceptance, math quiz rounds); seven question types (Transformer implementation from scratch, ML debugging, distributed training 3D parallelism, AI safety/ethics, research discussions, system design, behavioral STAR); cultural differences (OpenAI = pragmatic scalers, Anthropic = safety-first, DeepMind = academic rigorists)); 12-week prep roadmap (math foundations → implementation → systems → mocks); real questions, debugging scenarios, and offer negotiation.
- Forward Deployed Engineer: The original Palantir role pioneering technical consulting model. Covers: technical + customer balance (50/50), travel requirements (30-50%), day-in-the-life, compensation structure, and whether this fits your personality. Compare with AI FDE to understand specialization trade-offs.
- AI Automation Engineer: Why this role is exploding in 2025 as companies integrate LLMs into workflows. Covers: core responsibilities (workflow optimization, LLM integration, agent orchestration), essential tooling (LangChain, vector databases), required skills (prompt engineering, API integration, RAG), salary ranges ($140K-$280K), and transition paths from traditional SWE or DevOps. Fastest entry point into AI for software engineers.
- [Video] How to Become an AI Engineer? Step-by-step roadmap from software engineer to AI engineer. Covers: foundational math (linear algebra, probability), essential courses (Andrew Ng, Fast.ai), portfolio strategy, and 6-12 month transition timeline with free vs. paid resource recommendations. Audience: Software engineers wanting to pivot into AI.
2. Technical AI Interview Mastery
- The Transformer Revolution: The Ultimate Guide for AI Interviews: Comprehensive resource on transformer architectures for interview preparation. Covers: self-attention mechanisms (scaled dot-product, multi-head), positional encoding (absolute vs. relative), encoder-decoder architecture, modern variants (GPT, BERT, T5), optimization techniques, and interview-ready explanations with code examples. Master this to confidently answer "Explain how transformers work" and "Design a document summarization system." [2-3 hour read, advanced]
- How do I crack a Data Science Interview and do I also have to learn DSA?: Definitive guide balancing algorithms vs. ML-specific preparation. Covers: which LeetCode patterns matter for DS/ML roles (trees, graphs, dynamic programming), what to skip (advanced DP, bit manipulation), 12-week prep timeline, and company-specific expectations. Includes recommended LeetCode problems ordered by relevance. [Essential for interview planning]
- [Video] Interview - Machine Learning System Design: Complete L5+ system design interview. Demonstrates: requirement clarification, architecture trade-offs (collaborative filtering vs. content-based), scalability (caching, model serving, online learning), evaluation metrics, and interviewer's evaluation commentary. Key Takeaway: Structure ambiguous problems using systematic 5-step framework.
- [Video] Mock Interview - Deep Learning
- [Video] Mock Interview - Data Science Case Study: Business-focused case interview analyzing user churn at subscription service. Demonstrates: problem structuring, metric selection, ML formulation, discussing limitations, and connecting technical solutions to business impact. Key Takeaway: Always translate technical jargon into business value.
3. Strategic Career Planning
- GenAI Career Blueprint: Mastering the Most In-demand Skills of 2025: Comprehensive skill matrix covering the 5 most valuable GenAI skills: (1) LLM fine-tuning and prompt engineering, (2) RAG systems and vector databases, (3) Agentic AI frameworks, (4) Model evaluation and monitoring, (5) ML system design. Includes 6-month learning roadmap with free resources (Hugging Face, Fast.ai) and paid courses (DeepLearning.AI). [Essential career planning resource]
- AI Careers Revolution: Why Skills Now Outshine Degrees: Data-driven analysis of how tech hiring has shifted from credentials (PhD preference) to demonstrated capabilities (GitHub, technical writing, open-source). Practical guide to portfolio building, skill signaling on LinkedIn, and positioning as self-taught expert. [Especially valuable for non-traditional backgrounds]
- AI & Your Career: Charting your Success from 2025 to 2035: 10-year strategic roadmap anticipating AI market evolution, role consolidation, and durable skills. Covers: which specializations have staying power (systems > algorithms), when to generalize vs. specialize, geographic arbitrage strategies, building defensible career moats, and preparing for AI-driven job disruption. [Long-term career architecture]
- Impact of AI on the 2025 Software Engineering Job Market: Market analysis of how GenAI reshapes hiring demand, compensation trends, and required skills. Covers: which roles are growing (AI FDE +150%, automation engineers +200%) vs. declining (generic full-stack -20%), salary trends by specialization, geographic shifts with remote work, and strategic positioning recommendations. [Updated regularly with latest data]
- Why Starting Early Matters in the Age of AI?: Covers: first-mover advantages, compounding learning curves, network effects of early community participation, and strategic timing for career moves. [Critical for students and early-career professionals]
- Young Worker Despair and Mental Health Crisis in Tech: Honest analysis of mental health challenges in high-pressure tech environments. Covers: recognizing burnout symptoms early, neuroscience of chronic stress and cognitive decline, boundary-setting frameworks, when to consider therapy, and strategic job changes vs. environmental modifications. Addresses the hidden cost of prestige-focused career optimization. [Essential reading for sustainable careers]
- How To Conduct Innovative AI Research: Practical guide for engineers transitioning into research roles or publishing papers. Covers: identifying promising research directions, balancing novelty vs. impact, experimental design, writing for academic vs. industry audiences, and navigating peer review. Written for practitioners, not academics - focuses on applied research valued by industry. [For research-track roles]
- The Manager Matters Most: Spotting Bad Managers during the Interviews: Neuroscience-backed framework for evaluating potential managers during interview process. Covers: red flags predicting toxic management (micromanagement, credit-stealing, unclear expectations), questions revealing leadership style, back-channel reference verification, and when to walk away from lucrative offers. Based on patterns from 100+ client experiences navigating tech organizations. [Critical for offer evaluation]
4. AI Career Advice
- [Video] AI Research Advice: Q&A covering: transitioning from engineering to research, choosing impactful research directions, balancing novelty vs. applicability, navigating academic vs. industry research cultures, and publishing strategies. Based on Dr. Teki's Oxford research + Amazon Applied Science experience. Audience: Mid-career engineers exploring research scientist roles.
- [Video] AI Career Advice: General career navigation: choosing specializations, timing job moves, evaluating offers, building personal brand, and avoiding common career mistakes. Includes decision-making framework under uncertainty. Audience: Early to mid-career professionals at career crossroads.
- [Video] UCL Alumni - AI & Law Careers in India: Emerging intersection of AI and legal tech in Indian market. Covers: AI applications in legal research, contract analysis, compliance; required skills (NLP + legal domain knowledge); career paths; and salary ranges. Audience: Law graduates or legal professionals interested in AI.
- [Video] UCL Alumni - AI Careers in India: Panel discussion on AI career opportunities in India vs. US/Europe. Covers: salary comparisons, role availability, remote work trends, immigration considerations, and when to consider relocation. Audience: India-based professionals or international students.
Ready to Accelerate Your AI Career?
Don't navigate this transition alone. If you are looking for personalized 1-1 coaching to land a high-impact role in the US or global markets: Book a Discovery call