I applied online. The process took 3 weeks.

I participated in Google’s hiring process, which began with an initial conversation with a recruiter to discuss my background, experience, and overall fit for the role. After that, I completed a technical interview focused on problem-solving, coding, and algorithmic thinking. The next stage consisted of several in-depth interviews where I was evaluated on my coding skills, system design knowledge, and ability to communicate technical concepts clearly. I also took part in a behavioral interview where I discussed previous projects, challenges, teamwork, and leadership experiences. Following the interviews, my performance was reviewed by a hiring committee that independently assessed the interview feedback. Once approved, I entered the team-matching phase, where potential managers evaluated whether my skills and experience aligned with their team's needs. The process concluded with final approvals and an offer discussion covering compensation, benefits, and other employment details.

One of the technical questions I was asked was to design a scalable URL shortening service similar to Bitly. I was expected to explain how I would generate unique short URLs, store and retrieve data efficiently, handle a large number of requests, and ensure the system remained reliable and scalable as usage grew. The discussion also covered database choices, caching strategies, and potential bottlenecks in the architecture.