I recently had an interview with Grammarly, and I had a great experience with the whole interview process.

I was first contacted by the hiring engineering manager directly via LinkedIn. This turned out to be an effective way to quickly gain better insight into the specific job roles and opportunities.

Throughout the interview process, I spoke with people from different functions, levels, and roles. I felt that many of them were genuinely welcoming and authentic, and they shared the vibe and excitement that Grammarly employees have.

Those who conducted my interviews mostly asked practical questions, not the type of LeetCode questions or typical questions you can find online. My recommendation for preparing for their interviews is to reflect on and understand your past work projects and experiences. Demonstrate your ability to apply your expertise to future work. One thing to note is to try to stay as authentic as possible and provide three references for people you have worked with (in case you receive an offer).

Lastly, I passed the interview and received the job offer. I'd say the compensation is fair and competitive. You might be able to negotiate a better offer if you ask the recruiter, who has been very responsive and helpful throughout the entire hiring process.

At first, I did not have a good understanding of many things about the company. However, once I passed the interviews, Grammarly showed me presentation slides detailing the company's trajectory and goals. I think this is one of the benefits of going through the whole interview process: it ensures that both you and the company understand each other better to determine a good fit.

If you're looking for a medium-sized company with great culture and growth potential, I'd recommend starting with an interview at Grammarly.

I've signed the NDA, so I can't disclose it.