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I happen to have worked in precisely such situations during my stints at systems and software developing outfits, where as a subject matter expert I was a team member but the leads and assistant leads were all software pros, but younger to me. My approach in such a situation is to first provide inputs whenever the team asked for it, in a manner that did not appear as if I was talking to junior people, but on an equal level with them, and to not overstep the mark with too much advise, etc. Secondly, it is important to respect the person in the top post even if younger and lesser experienced but don’t overdo this also. Third, be positively involved with the group, see how the project was progressing and contribute without being asked to prevent delays/embarrassments, etc., do your best to ensure all targets were met proactively, and most importantly share with them all successes, including going out to enjoy on positive outcomes, etc. Be sure to feel and to be seen as a part of the team, always! Less