It was mostly centered on leadership principles. It was mostly on our examples where we showed these leadership principles in our past experiences. It happened in three rounds. First round second round were tough.
The Amazon interview process is a rigorous and multi-faceted evaluation designed to identify top talent. It typically begins with an initial phone screen or online assessment that focuses on basic qualifications, technical skills, and alignment with Amazon's leadership principles. Successful candidates then progress to one or more phone interviews, often with team members or hiring managers, where they delve deeper into technical abilities, problem-solving skills, and experience. The final stage is an onsite interview, which may include multiple back-to-back interviews with a mix of behavioral and technical questions, as well as case studies or coding exercises, depending on the role. Throughout the process, Amazon emphasizes its leadership principles, expecting candidates to demonstrate how they embody these values through past experiences and their approach to challenges. Feedback from each interview round is collectively reviewed before a hiring decision is made.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
Tell me about a time when you had to make a difficult decision with limited information. How did you approach the situation and what was the outcome?
Thorough and detailed interview process. Panel based interview including a phone screening. Feedback was detailed and provided in good time. The recruiter who dealt with the application also communicated extremely well and was very professional.