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Updated May 18, 2012 – Interview questions and reviews posted anonymously by interview candidates.
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Software Developer at Rapid7
Posted May 18, 2012
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2.0
Easy Interview
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Overall Negative Experience
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Interviewed and No Offer
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Interviewed Dec 2011 in Austin, TX (took 2 days)
I had the interview scheduled 1.5 weeks in advance, as I was coming out of town and couldn't make it earlier. They asked me to send code samples, and based on them they told me they would waive the technical part for me, and the interview would be only about team fit.
As I came, there were 3 interviewers: CTO, team lead and a developer. The CTO seemed to be just seeing my resume the first time, he dropped a couple of sarcastic remarks and then left. The other people didn't seem to have a clue about my experience either, confused details and the whole conversation was kind of ADDish, and some portions were just a filler chat. They DID give me a technical interview. I screwed up just one question, even though I was unprepared, but the questions were easy. In the end I was told nice meeting you and such, and realized I had one of those monkey interviews when they had already decided to hire somebody else. It really would've been nice if they just canceled my interview. As I checked who they hired, they got an ex co-worker, from a company everybody was leaving, and he had much less experience then me with the given technology.
Interview Questions
Explain what this route mean, and what actions will be called
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I got the interview through an Employee Referral and the interview consisted of a 1:1 Interview.
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QA Manager at Rapid7
Posted Apr 23, 2012
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2.0
Easy Interview
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Overall Positive Experience
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Received and Declined Offer
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Interviewed Feb 2012 (took 5 days)
I had an initial phone interview with the recruiter wherein we discussed my background and experience and the job description and requirements of the position. It was a pleasant conversation and I felt I got a good overview of the company and the position from the recruiter.
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Reason for Declining
I was looking for a more senior position and hence felt the current position would not be a good fit for my skills/ experience. I was definitely impressed with the company, the product and their professionalism.
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I Applied Online and the interview consisted of a Phone Interview.
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Sales Associate at Rapid7
Posted Feb 3, 2012 — 1 of 1 people found this helpful
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2.0
Easy Interview
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Overall Negative Experience
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Received and Declined Offer
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Interviewed Nov 2011 in Boston, MA (took 2 weeks)
When you first walk in the door, the place is quite stunning. Mind you the office is on like the 23rd floor of the Prudential Center. It's beautiful, as are the people that work there and greet you, and there is a fun, exciting, seductive energy there like nothing else I've experienced. You are ushered into a meeting room, but not before being led through the sales floor, where you witness laughing, smiling, some working, a football being thrown around, etc. It looks a little frat house on a Wednesday afternoon. The interview is more than pleasant, the comradeship seems great, they seem to take interest in you as a candidate.
This is all an illusion however; all of it. If you do a little research on the company, you find some disturbing things that corroborate this strange feeling you've felt all along in the pit of your stomach--that the whole "fun" environment is a sham, and moreover, the company's interest in you is minimal. They don't ask for any references, do a background check, verify that you even graduated with a degree, etc. Why? Because to them you are expendable. They have nothing to loose. This company has a huge turnover rate because they'll seduce any doe eyed, virgin kid straight off the boat with big promises and a swanky office environment if the kid can carry him or herself well, and may possibly sound good on the phone. If they guess wrong and you don't end up living up to that initial promise? They cut you loose immediately with no hesitation (from what I've heard). The company is renowned for a "boiler room" like atmosphere, pressure "used-car-salesmen-esk" tactics, and little or no regard for their employees.
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Reason for Declining
I discovered that the company has a terrible reputation, questionable ethics, and no regard for new employees that initially struggle. At first I was thinking heavily about taking the job, and let them know as much. After finding this out however, i flip flopped a little (understandably so), and the manager I'd been speaking with, who at first seemed like the nicest person id ever met practically, flipped a 180 and was hostile, aggressive, and pressuring. Thanks for showing me your true character and managerial style. Thank god I discovered it before accepting the job.
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I Applied Online and the interview consisted of a Phone Interview and a 1:1 Interview.
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Business Development Representative at Rapid7
Posted Jan 17, 2012
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3.0
Average Interview
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Overall Positive Experience
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Interviewed and No Offer
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Interviewed Jan 2012 in Boston, MA (took 2 weeks)
I interviewed for a business development representative in the Boston office. The interview consisted of two parts in which I met with two regional managers. They asked me several questions, and it seemed like they were seeing if my personality and skills matched up with those desired of someone in the position. I left the interview on a good note. They called me back a few days later to schedule another interview.
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Other Details
The interview consisted of a Phone Interview, a 1:1 Interview and a Group/Panel Interview.
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Sales Representative at Rapid7
Posted Sep 9, 2011
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3.0
Average Interview
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Overall Positive Experience
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Received and Declined Offer
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Interviewed Apr 2011 in Boston, MA (took a day)
Emailed Rapid7 my resume for sales rep opening and got an email back a couple days later with a time for an interview. Waited in the lobby for a few minuets and was greeted by an employee who said someone will be by in a little while. After a few minuets a Sales Manger walked me through the office which was really crazy, someone was even in a costume dancing around. Had a nice 1 on 1 interview, went over my resume asked a few of the basic questions, like why they should hire me, strengths/weaknesses, etc. Met with a few other employees and they seemed to be really trying to 'sell' the job and were very nice, personable people.
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Reason for Declining
Better opportunity
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The interview consisted of a 1:1 Interview.
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Customer Support at Rapid7
Posted Apr 1, 2011
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2.0
Easy Interview
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Overall Neutral Experience
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Interviewed and No Offer
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Interviewed Mar 2011 (took a day)
I was called on the phone for a customer support position. The phone screening was rather generic and the person calling was very focused on my skill set. I was told about a very long interview process with 2 in person meetings followed by an all day long interview. During the phone interview they asked me about my salary and after told me the position was only work a few grand more. I declined any further interaction.
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I got the interview through a Recruiter and the interview consisted of a Phone Interview.
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Business Development Representative at Rapid7
Posted Jan 6, 2011
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2.0
Easy Interview
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Overall Positive Experience
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Received and Declined Offer
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Interviewed Jan 2011 in Los Angeles, CA (took 2 days)
I first received a phonecall from an upper-level sales manager during which I was asked several questions regarding my resume then asked to describe myself openly. The manager responded that Rapid7 was interviewing and wanted me to come in that afternoon.
At the interview I was greeted by an empty receptionist's desk and a sign asking me to proceed into another room, where I was greeted by a very friendly employee who offered me a refreshment. This room, by the way, was full of what seemed to be the entire sales staff - roughly 30 individuals playing around in an apparently very easy going yet competitive office environment. It looked very fun and they were bumping pop and techno music. I waited with another candidate for the same position and chatted as we were put on a hold of roughly 20 minutes until the hiring rep met us both and we sat down to further go over the interview questions. Dialogue consisted of ordinary questions lasting roughly 15 minutes. I then waited for the next interviewer, who kept me waiting for at least 15 minutes. This section went over the day-to-day activities, the product, and the pay structure, during which I did less than 10% of the talking. I really liked both interviewers, although I was skeptical of how much they promised was likely, and how much was the pitch of a trained, tactical salesperson. I am wary that their descriptions of the job were leaving out some key variables.
I was impressed by the transparent structure of the office and the attractive pay scale for a recent college grad amidst a recession. I think this company is excellent for anyone willing to dedicate himself to a subject that is really not that appealing. Rapid7's business model is simple: it can take an average Joe with a college degree and (if he wills) turn him into a successful salesman. Do I think their training program and day-to-day work is demaning? Yes. Is this an ultra-competitive work environment? Yes. But if you are a personable competitor want to really hone a sales skill and make a decent, and most important steady, salary with options for commissions, this is an great place for you.
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Other Details
I Applied Online and the interview consisted of a Phone Interview and a 1:1 Interview.
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Business Development Representative at Rapid7
Posted Sep 18, 2010
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4.0
Difficult Interview
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Overall Positive Experience
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Received and Accepted Offer
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Interviewed May 2010 in Los Angeles, CA (took 2 days)
I was called by a recruiter who was really energetic and seemed very passionate about the company, so I agreed to go in for an in person interview after a brief phone interview.
When I got to the office, I was definitely surprised, and I must admit intimidated, by the sales team and the energy on the sales floor. However, that did not last long at all.... Because I arrived early to the interview, I sat in the lobby/waiting area for about 10 minutes and At least 5 or 6 people walking by asked me if I was being helped or if I needed anything. I definitely felt better after seeing and meeting some of the Rapid 7 people.
I endedup meeting with a few sales managers who asked me to talk about myself and my goals and what I was looking for in a new career. Everyone I mthe had so much passion for what they did and for the company, that I left my 1st interview really excited and eager to get started. After an interview meeting with a couple more Sales people, I was offered the job and accepted.
My only words of wisdom are not to hold back. I did not truly realize until the 2nd interview that I needed to loosen up a bit and that they were truly trying to get to know me as a person. I would also say that If you are a shy or quiet person, the Business Development Rep position might not be the best fit.
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Negotiation Details
This was an entry level job out of college, so I didn't think I was really supposed to negotiate salary.
Other Details
I got the interview through a Recruiter and the interview consisted of a Phone Interview and a 1:1 Interview.
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IT Management at Rapid7
Posted Sep 16, 2010
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3.0
Average Interview
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Overall Neutral Experience
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Interviewed and No Offer
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Interviewed May 2010 in Boston, MA (took 1+ week)
Internal recruiter called, admitted he had only been there a short time (but nice enough on the phone). Referred me to VP/Operations. Setup of phone interview took almost 2 weeks and a tickler email from me wondering about the process and the status of the job. Interviewed for 1 hour on the phone with VP/Operations (female). She spoke on a speaker phone with nobody else in the room (I hate this). Asked a myriad of questions, very few pertaining to the details of the job itself. Became evasive when I asked questions at the end of the interview, but otherwise attempted to answer them. The VP/Operations has only been with the company less than a year.
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I got the interview through a Recruiter and the interview consisted of a Phone Interview and a 1:1 Interview.
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Account Manager at Rapid7
Posted May 25, 2010
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3.0
Average Interview
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Overall Negative Experience
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Received and Declined Offer
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Interviewed May 2010 in Boston, MA (took a day)
Complete Joke
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Reason for Declining
Environment/Mpney
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The interview consisted of a 1:1 Interview.
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