A seasoned software engineer with two decades of experience is seeking advice on career evolution, feeling stagnant in their current role and unfulfilled by traditional management paths. They express a desire for more impactful work without the responsibilities of people management and are considering a shift to game development or freelancing. Responses suggest that career satisfaction is transient and emphasize the importance of understanding personal goals and the organizational structures that enable influence. AI
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RANK_REASON This is a discussion thread on Hacker News about career development for senior software engineers, not a news event.