I was asked to prepare some slides in Canva describing products I liked and had worked on, and then present it. The interviewers asked some questions but didn't go too deep. I then was asked if I had any questions for Canva.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
Why I made certain product decisions in the product I used in my slides
I applied online. The process took 7 weeks. I interviewed at Canva (Sydney)
Interview
5 rounds, some of which include a HR interview, a take home exam, and an interview on your product and UX knowledge.
Overall, an end-to-end positive experience. From the HR interview, all the way through to meeting the Head of Product, Group PM, and many PMs who interviewed me in the different stages.
The positive Canva energy emanates during the interview. Many of them mention how much they've learnt here, and the intensity of learning amongst a group of motivated and united individuals again makes it continue to be a place where people love to apply and work for.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
Take Home Exam will ask you to come up with a strategic product recommendation given the qual and quant data you're given.
I applied through an employee referral. The process took 5 months. I interviewed at Canva (Sydney) in May 2024
Interview
Many rounds, take home tasks. Role evaporated halfway through the process. Their human resources and recruiters failed to communicate effectively or professionally. I would not recommend this company to potential employees.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
Work for free on one of our most urgent business problems
I applied through an employee referral. I interviewed at Canva in Apr 2024
Interview
The hiring process was very long, involving 4 rounds. The first one was a chat with the recruiter, followed by a panel interview with a couple of Product Managers about your product success story and favourite product. Then, you need to do a take home exercise about Canva Pro, followed by another panel interview with a couple of Product Leads. I didn't get to the final round though, but I was made aware that this would involve speaking with the Head of Product. Although the whole process was long and involved lots of preparation, the recruiter is there to support you every step of the way, making you feel that they want you to be successful.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
How would you make sure that your idea ties back to your goals?