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Application
I applied through an employee referral. The process took 4+ weeks. I interviewed at SendGrid (Boulder, CO).
Interview
They threw way more people into the interview than necessary. It seemed they were just trying to get interview experience for current employees, but they value they added was marginal. Process took way too long (over 30 days) and my job title ended up being changed the day I started anyways, so the job I interviewed for is not the job I got, which I didn't realize until later.
Interview Questions
Negotiation
Have another offer, and negotiate hard to market rate base salary. You won't see another pay increase until you get an "external promotion" aka "leave for somewhere better".
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SendGrid Response
Feb 27, 2019 – Chief People Officer
Thanks so much for taking the time to share your thoughts on the interviewing process and we're glad that you made the decision to join the team. From a salary increase perspective, we do have an annual focal that includes merit increases and a second review period that is designed to address any internal promotions and ensure that salaries are staying competitive. Our goal is to pay competitively so that you don't have to leave to be paid fairly. We'd welcome the opportunity to sit down and talk through any concerns you may still have and find ways to make this a better experience for all.... MoreLess