Process
I was referred by an existing employee.
I had a high-level phone screen to test basic stuff like "what does 'strongly typed' mean?"
Then, I had a phone screen with an engineer with questions like, "What pieces comprise an HTTP request?"
Finally, I had an on-site interview (they paid for my flight to NY and car service, and even accommodated a schedule that would allow me to visit friends!).
I met members from multiple software groups where I had to write an XMLHTTPRequest demo, debug some esoteric internally developed software, and answer basic questions.
Questions
What are JavaScript closures and how do they work?
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Interview Statistics
The following metrics were computed from 1 interview experience for the The New York Times Senior Developer role in United States.
Success Rate
The New York Times's interview process for their Senior Developer roles in the United States is incredibly easy as the vast majority of engineers get an offer after going through it.
Experience Rating
Candidates reported having very good feelings for The New York Times's Senior Developer interview process in United States.
The New York Times Work Experiences
- 2.0It was very goodSenior Developer • Former EmployeeNew York, New York, United StatesFebruary 5, 2014Pros: Relaxed atmosphere, nice people, great office.Cons: Less opportunities for growth, less challenging.
- 3.0Cool Work, Low PaySenior Software Engineer • Current EmployeeNovember 1, 2023Pros: There are opportunities to work on teams and projects that are doing cool and interesting things. The company also has good name recognition and has a real impact in the world.Cons: 1. Pay is definitely on the lower end compared to what you can get elsewhere. 2. Lots of legacy systems that aren't well maintained. 3. The tech union takes up way too much air. It's largely filled with oversensitive people with petty grievances. As tech employees, we're treated with kid gloves compared to the rest of the company, but the union would have you believing we're oppressed.
- 5.0Real Projects, Housing CostsSoftware Engineer • Former EmployeeAtlanta, Georgia, United StatesSeptember 26, 2017Pros: The New York Times literally has reviews and recommendations for anyone who has never been to New York and sponsored a couple of hangouts for the interns. Allow you to actually work on real projects within the company and create things.Cons: Finding housing can be difficult and expensive. You will probably have to pay for your own housing out of pocket as well.
