I applied online. I interviewed at Affirm in Mar 2024
Interview
Good experience. Several options and flexibility on the interview format and good feedback. 3 to 4 rounds of interview which is a bit long for the current world.
The recruiter gave me guidance and was helpful throughout the process.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
Data structure and algorithms questions and object oriented programming
Screening call with recruiter (about 30 minutes) -> Technical round (coding in HackerRank - about 60 minutes) -> Hiring Manager (about 60 minutes)
The recruiter was very informative and helpful, overall experience is good.
Only wish they would agree to give feedback after the hiring manager interview.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
HM asked about a time I took ownership on a project, and how much time each part of the project took.
I applied through a recruiter. The process took 1+ week. I interviewed at Affirm (San Jose, CA) in Aug 2021
Interview
Reached by an head hunter and they pass my info to the company's HR HR reached out for a 30 minute phone screen: explained the company's scope and the job role. Asked about my current job and why I decided to move. Take home project followed by the HR call: HR sent a spec document through email, and asked to finish the project in 4 days
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
Why would you consider leaving your current job for this position?