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8. Hire & Develop the Best
Situation: When I joined the team, I needed guidance to ramp up quickly and effectively adapt to my role.
Task: As my tech lead, Pralay was responsible for helping me develop the technical and non-technical skills needed to succeed, while also addressing my career aspirations and concerns.
Action: Pralay dedicated time to mentor me by providing clear guidance, sharing career advice, and addressing my concerns with empathy and actionable suggestions. He also helped me understand the broader team goals and my role in achieving them.
Result: As a result of his mentorship, I was able to ramp up effectively, grow my skills, and gain confidence in both my technical and non-technical abilities. His support has been instrumental in my professional development and has significantly enhanced my contributions to the team.

2. Company-wide Perspective
Situation: The Tetris project required collaboration across multiple teams, including engineering, data science (DS), and production, to ensure its success.
Task: Pralay was responsible for leading the engineering efforts while also bridging gaps with the DS and production teams to align on shared goals.
Action: Pralay demonstrated ownership and leadership by actively engaging with all teams involved. He facilitated cross-team communication, resolved conflicts, and ensured everyone stayed focused on the broader company objectives rather than siloed team priorities.
Result: His leadership was pivotal to the success of the Tetris project. By fostering collaboration and maintaining a company-wide perspective, Pralay ensured that the project was delivered successfully and met the needs of all stakeholders.