How to Interview
Calm your nerves, structure your stories, and showcase measurable impact in every interview.
Preparing for Your Interview
Success in AI and tech interviews requires thorough preparation. Research the company's AI initiatives, understand their technology stack, and review the job requirements carefully. Bring a pen, a notepad, and printed copies of your resume for each interviewer--you probably don't need to print, but it's good to be ready.
Technical Preparation
- Review fundamental algorithms and data structures
- Practice coding problems on platforms like LeetCode or HackerRank
- Understand machine learning concepts if applying for AI roles
- Familiarize yourself with the company's tech stack
Behavioral Questions
Prepare examples using the STAR method (Situation, Task, Action, Result) for common behavioral questions:
- Tell me about a challenging project
- Describe a time you had to work with a difficult team member
- How do you handle tight deadlines?
- Give an example of when you had to learn something new quickly
During the Interview
Technical Interviews
When solving technical problems:
- Think out loud and explain your reasoning
- Ask clarifying questions before diving into the solution
- Consider edge cases and discuss trade-offs
- Write clean, readable code
- Test your solution with examples
System Design Interviews
For senior positions, you may face system design questions:
- Start with understanding requirements and constraints
- Design high-level architecture first
- Discuss scalability, reliability, and performance
- Consider data storage and retrieval patterns
Questions to Ask
Always prepare thoughtful questions to ask your interviewer:
- What does a typical day look like in this role?
- What are the biggest technical challenges the team is facing?
- How does the company approach professional development?
- What opportunities are there for growth and advancement?
Follow-Up
After the interview:
- Send a thank-you email within 24 hours
- Reiterate your interest in the position
- Address any concerns that came up during the interview
- Be patient but follow up appropriately if you don't hear back