I applied through a recruiter. The process took 2 weeks. I interviewed at Compass (San Jose, CA)
Interview
Overall interview experience was perfect. Process is very well thought through and organized. Everyone interviewer I met was professional and made sure I am setup for success throughout the interview. Conversations felt genuine
Sadly could not accept offer because of last min personal reason but will look for new opportunity towards end of year
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90% of interview was related to work experience; no surprises
The interview process was very standard covering system design and behavioral rounds after the initial screening. Behavioral rounds cover people management, vision setting and project retro. Using the STAR format is the key
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Question 1
I was asked about building a real time stock market during the system design
I applied through a recruiter. The process took 4 weeks. I interviewed at Compass (Austin, TX) in Jan 2022
Interview
I had an initial screening with a current engineering manager that went very well. He was extremely clear that due to the holiday season, there might be a delay in getting back to me. They followed up and I continued through the loop style interview. Everyone I met was super nice, welcoming and asked a ton of great and thought provoking questions.
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Question 1
What is a question that you were hoping I would ask?
