Tom

Data Engineer & ESL Instructor

British data engineer coaching English interviews for software engineers and data professionals targeting UK, US, and EU roles.

5.0(16 reviews)

UK-based practising data engineer and qualified ESL instructor. I coach technical English for system design rounds, STAR-based behavioural prep, and storytelling for senior and staff-level roles.

Skills

English

  • Native speaker
  • British English
  • Neutral accent

Technical

  • Python
  • SQL
  • AWS

Knowledge

  • Marketing
  • Mathematics
  • Startups

Lessons

Start with a free trial then top up your account with session credits to use anytime in the next 12 months.

What a session includes

  • A private session on Google Meet
  • A native British English coach who works in tech
  • Live corrections during the session
  • Written feedback after a full session
  • Focus on HR, behavioural, or technical rounds
  • Contact with coaches between sessions via Telegram

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Reviews

5.0

16 reviews on interviews, work, and technical English

mariezhao

18 lessons

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

Phong

11 lessons

Tom guided me through effective interview methods and showed me how to structure and answer different types of questions. We practiced through role-playing interview scenarios, which was very effective and helped me improve my communication skills. His feedback was clear and practical, allowing me to understand my strengths and areas for improvement. After our sessions, I felt much more confident answering interview questions and handling challenging situations. I highly recommend him to anyone preparing for interviews.

Jun 24, 2026

Idan Braf

10 lessons

I've worked with Tom on and off for more than two years, both for personal development and for technical interview preparation. He's one of the best in the field — combining deep practical knowledge with a strong theoretical understanding of the recruitment and interviewing process. I highly recommend his services!

Aug 12, 2026

Anastasiia Visser

2 lessons

I had a fantastic lesson with Tom! I was feeling quite nervous about an upcoming job interview with an AI startup, but Tom really helped me regain my focus. We went through my job interview pitch and discussed potential questions that might come up during the conversation. Tom provided a wealth of examples and advice, and his deep knowledge of the topic was incredibly helpful. Thanks to him, I feel much more prepared and confident. Highly recommend Tom if you’re looking for a supportive and knowledgeable tutor!

Aug 9, 2024

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Questions about Tom

Tom is a UK-based data engineer, qualified ESL instructor, and English coach at Mockly. He works with software engineers and data professionals who need to sound clear and senior in English interviews.

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