5 rounds total, I believe. First with HR, then 2 rounds with some of their developers. Stuff like FizzBuzz. Questions about various things in javascript, html, css. Some example problems to work through on an online code-sharing thing. Then interviews with some higher ups. VP of tech and product. A little bit technical during those, but nothing too crazy.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
What happens in javascript if you dont use 'var' in a variable definition? Write fizzbuzz. Explain CSS :before and :after. Etc etc
I applied online. The process took 1 week. I interviewed at SIM Partners (Chicago, IL) in Mar 2016
Interview
I applied through Built In, was contacted for a phone interview, and got an invite for the sit down interview over the course of a few days. Phone interview was lovely, and at the office I met with the director of client success and the SVP. Both true gentlemen. They were forthcoming regarding the daily tasks required of this job and they were honest about what they were seeking in a candidate. I didn't end up landing the position, and it was probably for the best as they surely could've found someone with more tech experience for the role. I left with the impression that SIM Partners is a no-nonsense office where their main drive is to get things done with respect and understanding.
Interview questions [2]
Question 1
You don't have much tech experience - why are you interested in this position, and more generally, this company?
I applied through a recruiter. The process took 4 days. I interviewed at SIM Partners (Chicago, IL) in Feb 2015
Interview
The in-person interview was disorganized and a mess from the beginning.
1.Their HR person was out of the office and didn't get anyone to fill in for her, I was basically looking for people in the office to tell me where is my interview.After 5 minutes of searching I was able to get someone to show me where my interview will be conducted.
2.The person who gave me the office tour was for some reason not having it that day and acted very annoyed as if this task fell on her last minute. Their employee did a very poor job on selling the company culture.
3.The interview panel did not have experience in conducting a good interview( except for the technical part) it felt as if they searched google for a list of questions and they wanted to hear the answer they have on the paper.
4.I also interviewed with a team lead\manager who had a thick accent ( probably french) this employee basically stated clearly and I quote " if you are as good as you say then why your were part of a major layoff?"I should of walked away after that!
With employees like that ,this company can easily get sued by violating the federal Civil Rights Act that prohibits employment discrimination.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
if you are as good as you say then why your were part of a major layoff?