1. Acing the Technical
Interview
Tavish Ledesma
College Relations Manager
Software Engineer

2. Overview
• Interview Stages
• The Phone Interview
• The On-Site Interview
• 5 Tips to Success
• 5 Tips to Self Destruction
• Q&A

3. Interview Stages
*Times may vary
Application Submitted
+2-4 weeks Contact via Phone
+1 week Phone Interview
+1 week On-Site Interview
+1 week
Decision!

4. The Phone Interview
WHAT TO EXPECT
• Typically one hour in duration
• Fundamental technical questions
• One or two behavioral questions
• Time at the end for your
questions
HOW TO PREPARE
• Be in a quiet place with good
reception
• Review your basic coursework
• Know the STAR method
• Have at least one question prepared

5. The On-Site Interview
WHAT TO EXPECT
• Typically ½ to one full day
• Panel and/or round-robin format
• Deep dive on various technical topics
• Interactive and applied questions
HOW TO PREPARE
• Arrive early & dress professionally
• Review the group’s core
technologies
• Know your resume
• Bring any supplemental material

6. 5 Tips to Success
1. Take your time
2. Ask clarifying questions
3. Explain your thought process
4. Practice written responses
5. Ask thoughtful questions

7. 5 Tips to Self Destruction
i.e. Don’t do these!!
1. Pretend you know when you don’t
2. Divert to a different subject
3. Argue with the interviewer
4. Fall flat
5. Forget to send a thank you note!

8. Q&A