The interview process includes:

• HR screen
• Initial tech interview with a collaborative coding exercise
• Multiple interview day, featuring:
  • A collaborative design session
  • A collaborative debugging session
  • Behavioral interviews

They tend to avoid disclosing the specifics of technical exercises to observe how candidates handle unfamiliar situations. It seems they value individuals who can adapt and improvise.

My overall experience with the process was mixed. While some interviewers were excellent and would have been a pleasure to work with, others displayed a surprising degree of immaturity and unprofessionalism, which was unexpected for a company of their size. Etsy appears to retain a startup mentality despite its growth, suggesting a potentially chaotic and unstructured environment at times. Your experience may also vary significantly depending on the team. It is highly recommended to inquire specifically about the teams you are being considered for, including your potential responsibilities and colleagues. This information is not automatically provided, and job postings are generally vague, with a strong emphasis on company culture.

However, the HR department was exceptional. Their communication, follow-up, organization, and patience were outstanding. HR was the highlight of the entire experience.

Technical:

• Write some code
• Draw some diagrams
• Debug some code

Behavioral:

• How do you handle conflict?
• How do you handle "vague requirements"?

These two questions will likely be asked several times in different ways, much like a lawyer cross-examining a witness.

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