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# [Part 2: The Difference Between Senior, Staff, Principal, and Architect Roles](https://adekolaolawale.hashnode.dev/part-2-the-difference-between-senior-staff-principal-and-architect-roles?utm_source=hashnode&utm_medium=feed)

Understanding the engineering ladder beyond senior level

Jul 6 · 8 min read · adekolaolawale.hashnode.dev  
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