I applied through an employee referral. The process took 2 months. I interviewed at T-Mobile
Accepted offer
Positive experience
Difficult interview
Application
I applied online. I interviewed at T-Mobile (Seattle, WA)
Interview
Generally, the interview process is straight forward. But after you interview it takes way too long to receive an offer (or rejection). A phone screen or two to begin, then several interviews on site. For me, it was 7 interviews in 1 day.
Role had been open for 9 months. Two phone interviews. First with recruiter, then with hiring manager. First day of in person, interview blocks with 8 people, teamed up in doubles; each lasting 30-45 min. Bring water and make yourself aware of facilities, not much time between. Last in person was with hiring manager over lunch. Second day of in person was with 3 VPs and hiring manager again. Each lasting at least 30 min.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
Would you be willing to work more than 40 hours a week? Flexibility to work on weekends during launches?
I applied online. I interviewed at T-Mobile (Bellevue, WA) in Sept 2014
Interview
Phone Interview - HR (60 mins)
Phone Interview - Hiring Manager (60-75 mins)
Consecutive 1:1 Interviews - 5 Directors including Hiring Manager (60-70 mins each x 5)
It was a travel interview and T-Mobile shouldered all the travel expenses, which was appreciated. Disappointed not to have gotten an offer though they said "it was close" it felt the hiring manager already had his decision made even before the interview - and just wanted to go through the process for validation. Met smart, motivated, and professional employees and it was overall a positive experience. Recruitment manager was very sincere and helpful throughout the process.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
What do you think is the next big move for T-Mobile? How would you fund it?