Svetlana Razina

Hi, I’m Svetlana — a certified executive coach, Agile & team coach, communication coach, Organizational Psychologist, and ex-Senior Software Engineer with a Master’s degree and over 20 years of experience in global tech companies such as Nokia, Microsoft, and Accenture.
Originally from Russia, I’ve been living and working in Finland for over two decades, combining multicultural experience, deep engineering background, and coaching insight.

I support professionals — especially tech leaders and engineers — in navigating transformation, leadership challenges, burnouts, cross-cultural adaptation, career transitions, and job search strategy, including resumes and interview preparation.

💼 My Professional Background

• 20+ years in the tech industry ( in telecom, fintech, healthcare, and consulting sectors), from Senior Software Engineer to Engineering Manager, Agile Coach, and Executive Coach
• Certified PCC ICF Executive Coach, CCE ICF Team Coach, Communication Coach (PCM), with 600+ hours of coaching experience
• MSc in Computer Science & MSc in Organizational Psychology
• Worked across international teams and led 20+ Agile transformations, aligning delivery with product and organizational strategy
• Recruited, onboarded, and scaled engineering teams
• Strong focus on building high-trust, autonomous teams, improving collaboration, and enabling lasting cultural change

👥 I Can Help You With:

• Navigating career transitions, including moves from individual contribution to leadership or across domains
• Executive coaching for tech leaders, Agile coaches, engineering managers
• Leading and transforming engineering teams using Agile & Lean principles
• Strategic job search support: resume review, and interview preparation tailored to tech and leadership roles
• Building resilience and clarity during relocation, cultural adaptation, or post-burnout recovery
• Developing emotional intelligence, influence, and leadership presence
• Supporting international professionals in navigating new work cultures and job markets

🎯 Who Will Benefit Most from Working With Me:

• Senior engineers and managers ready to take on broader leadership roles
• Professionals seeking to relocate, integrate into a new culture, or overcome identity challenges abroad
• Agile coaches and transformation leaders navigating complex change environments
• People facing burnout, impostor syndrome, career stagnation, ineffective communication or team leadership challenges