Responsibility Is Taken Before It Is Given

· Lalit Maganti · Aug. 15, 2026, 8:22 p.m.
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The blog post discusses the concept of ownership and responsibility in software engineering, emphasizing that junior engineers should demonstrate responsibility before it is formally assigned to them. It explains that taking initiative and applying judgment is crucial for career advancement in Big Tech, as leads need to trust their team members to make decisions independently.
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