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Realized I’m a "builder" but not a hardcore coder. Keep failing technicals. What roles should I pivot to?
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Hey all. Recent grad here, currently job hunting. Before this, I actually ran a marketing agency, so my brain is wired way more for the product/business side than raw coding. I’ve built and deployed a few full-stack web and Android apps (React/Python). I get it done by leaning heavily on AI tools for the architecture and the heavy lifting. The good news is my resume is actually landing me interviews. The bad news? I get absolutely smoked in the live LeetCode/algorithmic rounds. Memorizing algorithms and building from scratch just isn't my strength, and I'm tired of banging my head against the wall for traditional SWE roles. I'm way better at high-level automation, understanding the business logic, and getting a product to work. For anyone who transitioned out of pure engineering, what roles should I be targeting right now? Solutions Eng? PM? Tech Sales? Also, how do I reframe my resume to show off these apps as business/product wins instead of getting grilled on the technical stack? Appreciate any advice.