A lot of scenario based questions and a technical take-home assignment. Big red flag was that they refused to disclose the salary even after asking twice, once in the initial interview and again in the final interview. I've also heard that Meltwater underpays so that's most likely why, but extremely shady to go through a 3 stage interview process while refusing to even disclose a salary range.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
Describe a challenging time in your life and how you overcame it
I applied online. The process took 5 days. I interviewed at Meltwater
Interview
The interviewers were polite and cordial, as would be expected in a formal setting. Perhaps because of high turnover rates and existing poor team dynamics, the HR exec and hiring manager were both very insecure over my degree of interest in the job and my capability to work as a team-player. I've been asked, repeatedly in different phrasings, what kind of team player I am.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
- From one to ten, how interested are you in this job?
- Do you see yourself getting bored after a few months after working in this job (this is after the HR listed and shared with me the (somewhat menial) responsibilities of the role)?
2 interviews and 1 assignment before decision. The interviews were comfortable and laid back. A lot of scenario and character questions. Feedback on the assignment is given in the 2nd interview.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
Who would you have dinner with, anyone from the future or present?
I applied online. The process took 3 weeks. I interviewed at Meltwater (Berlin)
Interview
The first stage is HR Interview that lasts about 15 minutes. There are basic questions to describe your interest to the position and relevant professional experience. The second round is a test. The third round is about to come next week.