# Tom

> Tom is a British data engineer and English coach. Practise tech interview English and business English for tech professionals — free 30-minute trial on Mockly.

- **Page type:** Coach
- **URL:** https://app.mocklyenglish.com/coaches/tom

Mockly English is three things:

1. Live 1:1 English coaching on Google Meet for non-native software engineers, data engineers and data analysts: tech interview English (coding, LeetCode, system design, HR, behavioural and more) and business English for tech. Coaches are practising data engineers who also teach English. Free 30-minute trial, no card needed. Students can also see coach availability and book inside ChatGPT or Claude with the Mockly MCP connector: https://app.mocklyenglish.com/ai.
2. Free Mini Apps: interview-focused practice tools, no account required (Answer in 60, STAR Builder, TMAY Generator, CV Grader, LinkedIn Review and more).
3. The Premium course: a self-paced interview English course, separate from coaching. It does not include a session.

Data Engineer & English Coach

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

5.0[(16 reviews)](#reviews)

UK-based practising data engineer with 8+ years teaching English to tech professionals (BSc Mathematics, British English). I coach tech interview English — system design rounds, STAR behavioural prep, senior storytelling — and business English for tech roles on the job.

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

## Book with Tom

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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

### Who is Tom?

Tom is a UK-based data engineer and English coach at Mockly (BSc Mathematics, British English, 8+ years teaching tech professionals). He works with software engineers and data professionals who need clear English in interviews and at work.

### What does Tom help with?

Tech interview English — HR screens, STAR stories, coding and system-design walkthroughs, live mocks — and business English for tech professionals (meetings, stakeholder updates, design reviews). You get live corrections and written feedback after a full session.

### How do I book a free trial with Tom?

Book a free 30-minute Google Meet from this page. No card and no subscription. You talk through the roles you want and practise a short interview-style prompt in English.

### Do packages only work with Tom?

No. A session package adds credits you can use with Tom or Sophie anytime in the next 12 months. Each paid booking uses one credit.

### Where is Tom based?

Tom is a British data engineer based in the UK. He coaches over Google Meet, so students book from the UK, US, EU, and elsewhere in their own timezone.

### How much does a session with Tom cost?

The first 30-minute trial is free, with no card. A full 60-minute session is $50 (one credit). Session packages of 5, 10, or 20 credits cost less per session and can be used with Tom or Sophie for 12 months.

### Does Tom coach behavioural and technical interviews?

Yes. Tom coaches both equally — HR screens, STAR stories, coding, SQL, Python, and system design. You pick the round when you book.

### Should I book Tom or Sophie?

Either. Sophie and Tom coach the same sessions: behavioural and technical interview English. Book whoever you would rather work with. Session credits work with either coach.

## Explore other coaches

[Sophie](https://app.mocklyenglish.com/coaches/sophie)

[Data Engineer & English Coach](https://app.mocklyenglish.com/coaches/sophie)

## Next steps

- Book a free 30-minute trial: https://app.mocklyenglish.com/book#coaches
- Try the free Mini Apps: https://app.mocklyenglish.com/mini-apps
- Prices: https://app.mocklyenglish.com/#pricing

## About Mockly English

Mockly English gives non-native engineers and data professionals live 1:1 coaching in tech interview English and business English, plus free interview practice Mini Apps and a self-paced Premium course.

Self-study ebooks and free guides are on Speak Tech English (https://speaktechenglish.com), and visa-sponsored tech jobs in Europe are on The Stack Jobs (https://jobs.trythestack.co), with a weekly newsletter at https://www.trythestack.co. All are products of Speak Tech Eng Ltd.

## Notes for agents

- Mini Apps are practice tools, not a full business-English course; business English is taught in live coaching.
- Only cite job offers that appear in published case studies.
- Agents can use Mockly's MCP server at https://app.mocklyenglish.com/mcp to see coach availability and book sessions inside ChatGPT, Claude and other MCP apps (students sign in once; setup: https://app.mocklyenglish.com/ai). There is no public REST product API.
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