English teacher Tom | Tech Interview

Tom | Tech Interview

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Data Engineer | ESL Tech Interview Coach | 2x Founder | Python, AWS, AI, FAANG, Product, Big tech
From United KingdomLiving in Exeter, United Kingdom (15:31 UTC+10:00)
About Me
italki teacher since Apr 20, 2022
InterestsTravelMarketingTechBusiness & FinanceScience
🇬🇧 My students have landed jobs at Amazon, GitHub, Google & Meta. I specialise in: - Tech & Behavioural Interviews - System Design & LeetCode Interviews - Business Communication (SWE's + PM's) - Python, AWS, SQL, Cloud Computing Background: - BSc Pure Mathematics — 1st Class Cardiff University (Top 5%) - Top 1% iTalki — over 8 years teaching ESL - 3YOE Data Engineer - 2x Founder (EdTech + Marketing) Current Stack: - Languages: Python, SQL, - Cloud: AWS (S3, EC2, Redshift, Athena, MWAA, CloudWatch), Docker, Linux - Data: Airflow, ETL - DevOps: CI/CD Not just a teacher — an engineer who teaches. - 3+ years as Data Scientist & Software Engineer - 2x Small Business Owner - e-Learning specialist - Taught live classrooms of 30+ adults in Malaysia & Vietnam - Native Queen's English speaker I understand exactly what you're facing: technical rounds, behavioural questions, system design pressure — and how to communicate it all confidently in English. Outside work: surfing, spearfishing & hiking. I've visited 70+ countries 🌏 — probably why I connect so well with students worldwide. My lessons are structured but flexible — built around your goals, your level, and your schedule. I will create a tailored study plan with real materials: mock interviews, system design walkthroughs, business scenarios, and targeted exercises. What you get: - Queen's English pronunciation coaching - Homework & exercises after every session - Written corrections & vocabulary in real time - Feedb...
My teaching material
  • PDF file
  • Text Documents
  • Presentation slides/PPT
  • Audio files
  • Image files
  • Video files
  • Flashcards
  • Articles and news
  • Quizzes
  • Test templates and examples
  • Graphs and charts
  • Homework Assignments
5.0
Rating
764
Students
5237
Lessons
100%
Attendance rate
100%
Response rate

English Lessons

Trial Lesson
386 lessons completed
USD 25.00+
Business English | Conversation | Vocabulary | The Economist
A1 -  C2

Kids

1,473 lessons completed
USD 30.00+
Package with 20% off
Interview Preparation | Behavioural | Coding | System Design | LeetCode
A1 -  C2

Business

1,871 lessons completed
USD 30.00+
Package with 20% off
CV / Resume / LinkedIn Review
A1 -  C2

Test Preparation

206 lessons completed
USD 30.00+
Package with 20% off
NEW: English for Programmers Course (Please Read Description)
A1 -  C2

Language Essentials

943 lessons completed
USD 30.00+
Package with 20% off
Technical Lessons: Python | SQL | Software Engineering | Data | Marketing
A1 -  C2

Technology

219 lessons completed
USD 30.00+
Package with 5% off
IELTS Speaking
A1 -  C2

Technology

129 lessons completed
USD 30.00+
Package with 20% off
English for Product Managers (Master Case Interviews, Product Strategy & Executive Communication)
B1 -  C2

Technology

6 lessons completed
USD 30.00+
Package with 5% off

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128 Reviews

Alex
5 English lessons
Teacher’s pick
Tom has been incredibly helpful and productive in preparing for the software engineering interview, and is very effective.
Jun 13, 2025
oksana.sumina
11 English lessons
Teacher’s pick
Tom was helpful. He uses my main goal - to prepare for an interview. The teacher always asks me how I want to make the lesson. It’s nice because it keeps me on course for my learning goal all the time.
Apr 27, 2023
Student maria
maria
41 English lessons
トムとお話楽しいです!🥰
Feb 6, 2026
Student mariezhao
mariezhao
18 English lessons
Teacher’s pick
I am writing this comment to express my profound gratitude and appreciation for Tom. His professional guidance and support in preparing me for interviews have truly been invaluable. Before engaging with Tom, I often found myself struggling with nerves and self-doubt in interviews. However, his expert advice, insightful feedback, and deep understanding of what employers are looking for have transformed my perspective and approach to the entire process. Today's lesson was another testament to Tom's effective teaching style. He has a unique ability to deconstruct complex topics and make them accessible and practical. We discussed how to best present our skills, experiences, and achievements, and I have learned so much about effectively showcasing myself as the ideal candidate.
Jul 5, 2023
Mayuko Saito
1 English lesson
When he showed me all the materials or possible lesson plans, I thought he could read my mind as everything he showed me was exactly I was looking for, which I had been struggling to find for a long time. He had so many varieties of lessons and it was difficult to choose one. He guided me where to start and tried to understand my final goals in the future. He was simply amazing to me.
May 14, 2026
Student Ilia Nesterov
Ilia Nesterov
10 English lessons
Tom is just amazing teacher !
Nov 27, 2025