​Strong technical skills are only part of the story. What else do startups look for, and how can you show it in your next interview?

​Join Tech Immigrants for a conversation with Sam Baldwin, a specialist JavaScript recruiter working with high-growth, VC-backed startups and scale-ups across London and the wider UK. Hosted by John Adib.

​What we’ll explore

• ​What startup teams look for beyond coding skills

• ​How product mindset and culture fit influence hiring

• ​How to communicate your experience and stand out in interviews

• ​What changes when applying for senior engineering and management roles

​About Sam Baldwin

​Sam recruits primarily for Senior Engineer through Engineering Manager roles, alongside selected CTO and early-career positions. He also hosts Founder Spotlight, a community connecting with startups and founders across the UK.

​About the Host, John Adib

​The session is hosted by John Adib, a London-based Engineering & AI Leader, Founder, and Tech Speaker with 18+ years of experience in technology. Currently an Engineering Manager at Zapp and former CTO, John specialises in AI-driven engineering and innovation. He is a UK Global Talent endorsee and an ADPList100 honoree, recognised among the world's most influential mentors.

​Hosted by Tech Immigrants

​Tech Immigrants is a community for people building tech careers across borders. We bring together recruiters, industry professionals and community members to share practical advice, real experiences and insights into working internationally.

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