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Your Tech Career, On Your Terms
You’ve done everything right. You climbed the ladder, increased your salary, and built your expertise—but something still feels off. Now you’re at a crossroads, unsure about what comes next.
Maybe you’ve switched jobs. Or tried management, freelancing, or possibly even consulting. But nothing truly satisfies. You look successful on paper, but deep down, you feel stuck.
If you’re tired of feeling lost and want a clear plan to move forward, let’s talk. I can help you get back on a career path that truly aligns with your skills, interests, and life goals.
Why Engineers Work With Me
Most engineers are DIYers—you’re smart, resourceful, and used to figuring things out yourself.
Over my own career, I’ve worked on over 35 software projects, for over 20 different companies. That much experience really blew up my ego, and held me back from bigger opportunities at times when I didn’t ask for help.
So when it comes to your career, being aware of your limitations is nothing to be ashamed of—it’s actually a sign of wisdom.
Since becoming a coach, I’ve worked with over 120 technologists to help them break through career stagnation, uncover blind spots, and move forward with confidence.
Who This Is For
✅ You have at least five years of experience in tech, and feel uncertain about your next step.
✅ You’ve had exposure to multiple projects or roles but you still question whether you’re on the right path.
✅ You want a career that fits your strengths and interests—not just another job.
✅ You’re open to new possibilities, including self-employment, consulting, or a strategic career shift.
✅ You’re ready to take action—you just need the right guidance.
If that sounds like you, I can help.
Coaching Programs
I offer personalized coaching to help you find the right path and take action. Choose the approach that fits your needs:
Career Compass
Find your next career path—whether it’s a new role, entrepreneurship, or a pivot into something more meaningful.
- Assess your strengths, interests, and career fit.
- Clarify what’s missing in your current work.
- Develop a clear, personalized career direction that aligns with your long-term goals.
* Includes DevPathfinder, my online career assessment that guides you towards more fulfilling tech career paths (a $119 value).
Solopreneur Jumpstart
Your first steps into self-employment—identify your niche, get your first clients, and build a career that supports your life.
- Discover what kind of consulting or solo work fits you best.
- Collaborate on essential activities that make or break getting paid as an independent technologist.
- Get encouragement and accountability to make the transition without financial stress.
(Note: This program is shifting toward group coaching soon—apply now if you want 1:1 guidance before the change.)
Gold / Platinum Coaching Bundles
6 or 12 sessions of career coaching tailored to your needs.
- Strengthen relationships, communicate with confidence, set clear boundaries, and manage your energy to perform at your best.
- Get ongoing support, accountability, and expert guidance.
- Ideal if you want flexibility to tackle multiple areas of your career over time.
Coaching Investment
Coaching isn’t an expense—it’s a strategic investment in your future. If you’re ready to make a change, here’s what to expect:
- Career Compass – Starting at $1,899
- Solopreneur Jumpstart – Starting at $4,299
- Gold / Platinum Coaching Bundles – Custom pricing based on your needs
Not sure which program fits your situation? That’s exactly what the Career Breakthrough Session is for. In this focused consultation, we’ll figure it out together.
Book a Career Breakthrough Session
This 45-minute session is designed to help you get unstuck, gain clarity, and leave with real momentum toward your next career move.
During our Zoom call:
✅ You’ll be heard. We’ll explore what’s keeping you stuck and what you truly want.
✅ You’ll get fresh insight. I’ll ask deep questions to help you see new possibilities.
✅ You’ll leave with a plan. If we’re a good fit, I’ll recommend the coaching path that best aligns with your goals.
This isn’t just another career advice session—it’s the first real step toward a tech career on your terms.
Complete a short application, and if accepted, you’ll receive a link to book your session for $50.
How Coaching Works
Coaching with me is a structured, personalized process that helps you gain clarity, take action, and build the career you truly want. Here’s what you can expect:
- Clarity Through Deep Exploration – We’ll uncover what truly motivates you, where you’re stuck, and what career direction aligns with your strengths and interests.
- Guidance Rooted in Tech Experience – With over 25 years in the industry, I understand the challenges you face and can help you navigate them with realistic expectations.
- Breakthrough Insights – Instead of giving you empty advice, I’ll ask powerful questions to help you sharpen your instincts and have your own “ah-ha!” moments. When the answers come from within, you’ll be more motivated to take action.
- Actionable Strategies – Through guided exercises between sessions, you’ll start taking meaningful action toward your goals—whether that’s self-employment, refining your path, or optimizing healthy work habits.
- Exclusive Access to the Thriving Technologist Community – Coaching clients get access to my private Discord community of 130+ members, including fellow coaching clients, DevPathfinder purchasers, and Patreon supporters. Around 20-30 members are active at any time, providing support, networking, and shared experiences.
- Ongoing Support & Accountability – During (and after) our coaching sessions, you’ll have a network of like-minded professionals to encourage you, answer questions, and help you stay on track.
My Story
I’ve been where you are.
For over 25 years, I worked as a software architect, agile coach, and consultant—until burnout and career dissatisfaction led me to rebuild from scratch. I lost everything, but through deep self-reflection and strategic action, I rebuilt my career on my own terms. Now, I help other experienced technologists do the same.
I’ve worked closely with over 120 tech professionals to help them:
- Escape burnout and dead-end jobs
- Clarify their career direction
- Transition to self-employment
This isn’t about quick hacks or generic career advice—it’s about real career transformation.
Jayme Edwards
Tech Career Coach & Strategist
Host of the Thriving Technologist Show
Confidentiality
I understand how seeking career help can feel risky—especially in a volatile industry where workplace retribution is a real concern. My coaching is 100% confidential. What we discuss stays between us.
Testimonials
Through personalized guidance, I’ve coached people in tech job roles like software engineering, management, and data science to accelerate their career.
Here’s what a few of them had to say.
BEFORE
“Before working with Jayme, I was miserable at a dead end job – desperately sending my resume to any job posting I could find. The nature of the tech hiring process, and dev culture in general, too often led me to question my abilities and self worth.”
AFTER
“Minutes into our first session, I realized I wasn’t alone! Since then I’ve recalibrated my goals to be in line with who I truly am as a human being. I’m working with great people again now, and enjoying what I do.
Jayme’s positivity and experience in the industry could be helpful for just about anyone. He’s truly honest and will happily tell you what he can and can’t do without any façade.”
BEFORE
“When I started working with Jayme, I felt stuck in my career. Despite excelling technically, I was continually overlooked for recognition and better opportunities, and I couldn’t figure out why.”
AFTER
“Jayme helped me realize that the missing piece was in my personal communication at work. He was refreshingly honest in his feedback, yet I always felt understood and supported.
He gave me actionable advice on improving how I communicate, and also some new ideas on how to approach future job searches. Thanks to his guidance, things have significantly improved at my current job, and I feel much more confident in navigating any challenges that come my way.”
BEFORE
“I came to Jayme ten years into my career after feeling burned out, needing to take a long break away from the industry. After seeing his videos on developer burnout for the past few years, I felt like he really understood the troubles we have as programmers. I was happy to see he offered tech career coaching, too.”
AFTER
“Jayme helped me realize that I had taken on too much responsibility, sacrificed too much of my life outside of work, and grown addicted to learning – all because I was trying to climb higher and higher.
Ultimately, he helped me realize that I was much happier as a Senior Software Engineer where I had the right amount of responsibility, with a good income and healthy work / life balance. Our conversations saved me a lot of struggle working in a role that didn’t fit me.”
BEFORE
“I came to Jayme completely fried from overwork, confused about next steps for my career, and struggling with personal and family issues. I was initially nervous about being open and vulnerable with a stranger.”
AFTER
“After just the first session, I felt like Jayme really understood me and my specific issues. He’s a skilled professional coach, not just some random guy on the internet. A great listener and knows just when to interject advice from his expertise in the industry.
I’m not exaggerating when I say Jayme’s coaching changed the course of my life. Now, after our coaching sessions, I’ve never felt more confident about my career direction. I was even able to start my own YouTube channel thanks to his nudging!”
BEFORE
“I used to throw myself into the work more than my employer even required of me. But this led to burnout and resentment.”
AFTER
“Jayme pushed me to put my creative energy into my free time more, and to take regular personal time off. I’m seeing growth in my personal pursuits, such as learning to play guitar.
I’ve also gotten better at conflict resolution and persuasion, learning how to choose my battles and show up better prepared for high stakes conversations. I’ve learned more about how to advocate for myself with management, and to push my team in a healthy way for higher standards.”
Frequently Asked Questions
Therapy helps you overcome chronic behavioral challenges and heal from past trauma. Coaching empowers you to recover self-confidence, gain perspective, and develop an outcome-based mindset to your career. When you work with me, you should finish tech career coaching more confident in yourself and not depend on me to keep growing.
I’ll set expectations so you know you’re in a safe space first. Then we’ll get into a real coaching conversation. I’ll offer some insight into your situation to give you a taste of what tech career coaching is like. At the end of the consultation, I’ll recommend the coaching path that best fits your needs. You’ll also receive an email with more details about the suggested programs and how to get started. When you’re ready, you can move forward by purchasing a coaching package and booking your sessions right away.
When I coach you, my aim is that you achieve the outcome you’re seeking. Single sessions give you an excuse to give up before you get there. If you just want to “dip your toes in the water”, it’s a waste of both of our time. You need to make a commitment to your tech career if you want to reach your goals.
Nearly every decision we make in our career also impacts our life. Making more money often requires sacrificing work/life balance. Having a bigger impact at a company may take energy out of us. Energy that’s harder to give back to our spouse or children. When I coach you on your career, I try to show you how your decisions impact your whole person. I use a combination of consulting, career coaching, and life coaching techniques.
Ready To Take The Next Step?
If you’re serious about making a change, take the first step—apply for a Career Breakthrough Session today.
In this 45-minute session, we’ll dive into your challenges, uncover new possibilities, and identify the coaching package that will help you start making real progress again.
If accepted, you’ll receive a link to book for $50.