senior engineer

Recruiter Screen

Goal: Check if you meet requirements and filter for red flags

Keep answers simple and avoid getting too technical

Build rapport since recruiters can be your ally later

Ask about the team and culture

2. Hiring Manager Interview

Goal: Decide if you can actually do the job

Use specific examples of your past work

Avoid vague or generic answers

Ask thoughtful job related questions

Build rapport since this is your potential boss

3. Team Interviews

Goal: See if you are someone they want to work with

Focus on being personable over technical

Ask them about their work and listen

Show interest without trying to outshine anyone

4. Executive Interview

Goal: Test how you think at a high level

Talk about industry trends and challenges

Share an informed opinion on where things are heading

Keep the focus on big picture thinking