come through the ranks

Translations
продвигаться по служебной лестнице
He came through the ranks to become the CEO.
Он продвигался по служебной лестнице, чтобы стать генеральным директором.
Definitions
To progress or advance through the different levels or positions within an organization, group, or profession, often starting from a lower or entry-level position and moving up to higher roles through hard work and experience.