Here is what it is like: The Interview process involves a phone screen, several technical interviews emphasizing coding and algorithms, and an onsite interview assessing technical skills, problem-solving, and cultural fit.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
Tell me about a time when you faced a challenge at work and how you overcame it
I applied through an employee referral. The process took 2 weeks. I interviewed at Google (New York, NY) in Jan 2024
Interview
I had a Google SWE offer and wanted to explore product management. They moved me straight to on-site. I talked about products that I liked and why, and was asked to design products for specific situations.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
Design an elevator algorithm for the Google office
I applied online. The process took 3 months. I interviewed at Google (San Diego, CA) in Jun 2024
Interview
The interview process was what I expected (there’s a lot of info on these if you google). The person I met with was kind and friendly, it was an overall pleasant experience