But when ego becomes a significant piece of technique, it is usually only a matter of time before a fall. Inform yourself and take initiative. Watch for questions in the interview that will let you showcase examples of when you took the initiative and delivered results. Tolerance for ambiguity. More and more, there is never enough time to complete due diligence on a decision.
More companies take more risk than ever before.
Internet time may be a clich but it is also a reality. Most engineers are uncomfortable with this concept. Engineers are disciplined and deliberate. They have the tools and techniques to study an idea. They love to analyze a problem, dissect it and apply solid principles to develop a solution.