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CongratulationsJoshua Szepietowskihas successfully completedAce The Machine Learning System Design InterviewA Taro Course
Ilya Reznik
Ilya ReznikInstructor
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Issued OnJune 2, 2025
Course Overview

Are you preparing for machine learning system design interviews but feeling overwhelmed by the complexity? Maybe you’ve read the guides, practiced a few problems, and still find yourself struggling to structure your thoughts under pressure. I get it—I’ve been on both sides of the table, conducting 100+ ML system design interviews at top tech companies and coaching countless candidates through this process.

This course is designed to help you cut through the noise and develop a repeatable system to confidently tackle any ML system design question. You’ll learn how to think like an experienced engineer, communicate your ideas clearly, and avoid common pitfalls that trip up even the best candidates.

Through real-world examples, proven strategies, and insider insights, you’ll discover:

  • Why most candidates fail—not because of lack of knowledge, but due to poor structure and communication.

  • How to efficiently align on the problem and build a system design that demonstrates seniority and depth.

  • The key trade-offs that separate junior engineers from senior and staff-level hires.

  • How to avoid wasting time on unnecessary details and focus on what interviewers actually care about.

We’ll also cover practical techniques for handling uncertainty, optimizing your preparation, and adapting to different interview formats. Whether you’re aiming for a mid-level role or a Staff+ position, this course will give you the tools to pass with confidence and in style.

Meet The Author
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Ilya ReznikEx-Head of ML, ex-Meta Staff SWE, ex-Adobe: Guiding ML Engineers through their career journey
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Joshua Szepietowski
Issued OnJune 2, 2025