Why most Software Engineers are preparing for the future wrong

Leadership, engineering teams, AI in software development, responsible tech, career growth, and the future of work. How do great engineering leaders build high-performing teams in the age of AI?

In this episode of Builders, Bosch’s Kamyar Gilak shares practical insights on leadership, team building, AI tools, software engineering, responsible tech, sustainability, and staying relevant in a rapidly changing industry.

We explore how AI is transforming software development, hiring, code reviews, and career growth, while discussing what skills engineers and leaders need to thrive in the future of work. Kamyar also shares lessons from startups and large organizations, strategies for building learning-driven cultures, and why responsible AI and sustainable team practices matter more than ever.

Whether you’re a software engineer, engineering manager, tech leader, founder, or someone navigating the impact of AI on your career, this conversation offers actionable advice for building resilient teams and staying ahead of industry shifts.

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Chapters

(00:00) Meet Kamyar Gilak: Leadership, AI & Engineering

(02:19) The Leadership Framework: Trust, Clarity & Ownership

(06:01) Connecting Talent, Culture & Business Success

(08:16) Creating a Culture of Continuous Learning

(11:44) How AI Is Reshaping Software Development

(19:19) Startup Lessons from Large-Scale Organizations

(23:32) The Hiring Challenge: AI’s Growing Influence

(26:20) Why AI Is a Developer’s Tool, Not a Replacement

(29:10) How AI Is Changing Candidate Evaluation

(30:59) The Future of Software Engineering in an AI World

(37:39) Protecting Team Focus in a High-Change Environment

(43:59) The Most Exciting Advances in Engineering & AI

(45:25) The Biggest Shift Happening in Software Development