I applied through a recruiter. The process took 4 weeks. I interviewed at Salesforce (Chicago, IL) in Oct 2015
Interview
I learned about an open role after a recruiter had contacted me through LinkedIn. I was not actively looking, but decided to learn more about the opportunity after learning more about what Salesforce could offer from a flexibility and benefits standpoint. I also knew I wanted to eventually go remote and my current job couldn't offer that to me down the line so I figured it couldn't hurt to explore my options.
My first interview was a standard 30-min phone screening by the recruiter who was friendly, knowledgeable, "kept it real" (esp about salary + bonus), and answered my questions. The next week, I had a phone call with my potential future boss. It was scheduled for 30 minutes and we went over by 15 (always a good sign!). Thereafter, I was asked to come into the office for a one-hr iview with the team. I ended up having to reschedule my iview the morning of due to a crisis at my current job. I was sure I had lost the opportunity - who cancels the morning of their iview?! The recruiter was so understanding and worked closely with my to reschedule the iview a week or two (I don't remember) later. I was shocked at how understanding he was, but very lucky it didn't blow my changes.
For the actual iview, I wasn't quite sure what to expect, but it ended up being a panel of four folks in various locations on a big tv in a conference room with myself and my future boss sitting in a room together. The interview went well - it was more of a Q&A to learn more about the group and dispell any qualms/concerns I had coming into the group. I was expecting to have to present, showcase my knowledge about the company, and/or go through behavioral iview questions - but luckily it was none of that. It was really honest, candid conversation and likely more of a "is this person smart and can they fit culturally into this group?". I really enjoyed everyone I talked to mainly because they were personally, not intimidating, and were really honest about challenges and future goals of the group.
Throughout the process, the recruiter stayed closely in touch - answering questions and asking if I had concerns. When I did finally get the offer letter, I had a few days to accept so not a ton of turnaround time, but I spoke with the recruiter a few times about what was potentially holding me back and he was very honest as he had been the entire time. Salesforce was also very understanding that I would need 3 weeks to quit my current role and worked with me on an optimal start date.
I'm not sure if this is the standard process for iviews, but I had a great experience and am probably the classic case of 180 since I was orignally never looking for a new job. The entire process took about a month, but it was because I had to reschedule my last iview otherwise I am confident it would have been completed within 1.5-2 weeks.
I'm coming on a year, going remote 100% soon (which is what I always wanted), work with smart folks, and have no regrets thus far!
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
- Walk us through your resume
- Why are you looking for a new role
- What are some of the challenges you've faced at your current role
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Ana Recio
SVP, Global Recruiting
I applied through an employee referral. The process took 6 weeks. I interviewed at Salesforce (San Francisco, CA) in Jun 2016
Interview
The interview stages included: a video chat with the hiring manager; a half day with 3 1:1 team interviews; a phone call with the recruiter; another half day that included delivering a mini-training to the team, Q&A, and 1:1 interviews with the remaining team members; and a phone call with the hiring manager. While the process took a while to get through, it all moved pretty quickly and the recruiter was great about keeping me in the loop along the way, checking in, and being available for any questions. Everyone I met was on time, welcoming, and personable.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
Interview questions were pretty standard, and consisted mostly of behavioral, past experience, and work style questions.
I applied through an employee referral. The process took 2 weeks. I interviewed at Salesforce in Sep 2014
Interview
A recruiter contacted me via email about a friend submitting my resume/CV internally through the system. We set up a 30 minute block later that week to discuss. Unfortunately, the interview started late and we did not have the full half hour as I had a hard stop. She indicated that the process would be quick and she could get back to me either later that day or early next week. I sent the standard thank you the day of and restated the date she expected feedback. I sent a follow up the next week after I failed to receive any communication. She replied and said she would get a response by the end of the week. That passed and I did not get a note or any other response back. I can only assume this means I was not selected but closure would have been appreciated.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
Standard recruiter interview - why I am interested and please tell me about yourself and experience. The only "difficult" question was about salary expectations.