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Mobile Prototype Developer Interview Experience - Los Angeles, California

October 1, 2014

Positive ExperienceNo Offer

Process

It started with a 20-minute phone interview where they asked me about previous projects and my experience with UI/UX and custom controls.

After that, I had a technical interview over FaceTime where they asked me to code a few things.

Lastly, I was invited to interview in person at their headquarters. I arrived a bit before lunch and was provided free food. I also got to spend some time with several employees, all of whom were really nice!

Afterwards, I was interviewed one-on-one by about 5-6 different employees.

I was asked design questions, problem-solving questions, and was required to code a few things.

I didn't end up receiving an offer, but everyone was extremely welcoming. They even gave me a goodie bag and a huge personalized welcome sign when I walked into the room.

Questions

If you had to redesign a parking meter, how would you do it and why?

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Interview Statistics

The following metrics were computed from 1 interview experience for the Snap Mobile Prototype Developer role in Los Angeles, California.

Success Rate

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Pass Rate

Snap's interview process for their Mobile Prototype Developer roles in Los Angeles, California is extremely selective, failing the vast majority of engineers.

Experience Rating

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Candidates reported having very good feelings for Snap's Mobile Prototype Developer interview process in Los Angeles, California.

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