Davy Li

Davy Li, Head of Engineering at Mesa, shares his insights on building engineering teams from scratch after transitioning from Big Tech to startups. He emphasizes the importance of establishing a strong culture based on trust and transparency before hiring. Davy advocates giving engineers the freedom to propose their own solutions and drive their projects. He also discusses the scrappy nature of startup hiring and how upskilling is essential for ongoing learning. Overall, he offers a practical guide for effective leadership in tech.