I applied online. The process took 2 weeks. I interviewed at Smoothstack in Aug 2021
Interview
I received a coding challenge via email 2 days after applying. The challenge consisted of SQL, Bash, and algorithm type questions. The SQL and Bash were very simple, the algorithm questions were a bit more challenging but some practice on LeetCode could go a long way to help prepare for it.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
Sum up a column and group the results with another column in descending order.
I applied through a recruiter. The process took 2 weeks. I interviewed at Smoothstack in Oct 2025
Interview
OA -> 15 minute recruiter screening -> 30 minute behavioral and technical interview demoing a personal project. Be familiar with OOP, databases, and a language of your choice. The process was fairly quick (1-2 weeks).
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
OOP, language trivia, behavioral questions, project demo.
1. OA of 7 questions, sql involved 2. 15 min webinar describing the process 3. 15-30minute behavioral call asking about your experience 4. Technical interview where you additionally showcase a project you worked on
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
1. What is polymorphism?
2. Describe a time where you helped a team member without them asking.
I applied online. The process took 2 weeks. I interviewed at Smoothstack in Jan 2024
Interview
They have a very streamlined process, flowing from an easy HackerRank challenge to a fairly easy behavioral interview, to a decently easy technical interview. Because of their training process, they're not particularly picky,
