Embarking on a new role at a larger company can feel overwhelming—but with a well-structured onboarding process, the transition can be smooth and confidence-building. This SYSGO TechCast episode reflects on a newcomer's experience during the first 100 days in an embedded engineering team working on RTOS components.
New Team and Tutor Support
Moving from a small company to a well-established one can be daunting. The sheer number of new colleagues can be overwhelming at first. However, a welcoming atmosphere and proactive introductions help quickly bridge that gap and foster friendly collaboration.
A standout element of the onboarding journey is being paired with a dedicated mentor from day one. That is how SYSGO does it. Having a single person to guide through tools, documentation, products, and company workflows makes adjusting significantly easier. This structured support transforms new challenges into guided learning opportunities.
Transitioning into meaningful Work
The initial weeks involved exploring multiple small tasks to get familiar with various products. As orientation ends, the newcomer transitions to contributing to a specific module of a broader system. Access to knowledgeable teammates ensures questions are met with support, preventing feeling lost in the codebase.
Continual Learning and Excitement in Embedded Systems
Working in a field centered on safety and security certification—such as certification for embedded operating systems and applications—provides a unique, intellectually stimulating environment. This fosters continuous learning and deepens expertise, making each day an opportunity to grow.
The Power of Team and Culture
Long-awaited in-person team events become highlights of the onboarding journey. These events facilitate deeper connections, blend cross-location collaboration, and reinforce a sense of belonging that fuels both inspiration and cultural integration.
Advice for new Team Members
One key insight: If your assigned mentor can’t answer a question, don’t hesitate to reach out to someone else. In SYSGO's supportive and collegial environment, our people are willing to help—or can point you to the right source—helping new members feel welcome and empowered.
Conclusion
A carefully facilitated onboarding process—characterized by mentorship, exposure to real work, continuous learning, and cultural integration—creates a foundation for long-term engagement and success. Such experiences transform new hires into confident contributors, equipped to tackle complex, safety-critical embedded systems.
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