I applied online. The process took 4 weeks. I interviewed at Zillow (Seattle, WA) in Oct 2020
Interview
The interview process took over 1 month during which time I declined offers from other employers as I was receiving very promising feedback from Zillow. I had 5 interviews with 7 different people and was informed I would be a good fit in a couple of different positions. All the interviews were conducted over Zoom and telephone. The interviewers seemed very interested in my diverse work and educational background and expressed a very strong need for someone with my skill set and experience. Everyone I spoke with was very friendly and respectful.
The recruiters I worked with were very responsive and communicative throughout the process. I could not have asked for anything more from the recruiters. They were outstanding.
The questions were largely based on experience, my resume, and behavioral.
I unfortunately was not offered either position which was a massive disappointment after receiving such promising feedback throughout the process and declining other lucrative offers. Zillow was my top choice for an employment opportunity and I felt I would be a strong fit based on their stated needs and feedback.
I recommend that the company focus more on hiring people with different work experiences than what the interviewers possess. Limiting hiring to prospective employees who can check certain boxes (e.g. public accounting experience) creates an atmosphere of conducting business with a same as last year approach and works against the stated goals of the business area and company.
I would interview with Zillow again if given the opportunity as the experience was very positive and enjoyable regardless of the outcome.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
Tell me about a time where you failed at something before succeeding at the task.
Thank you for taking the time to provide detailed feedback on your interview experience. I'm glad to hear that you would interview with us again, we hope you do! If you would like to share any additional feedback, please reach me at annie@zillowgroup.com -Annie Rihn, VP of Recruiting
Actually, I have applied at least 10 times for accounting positions I am *extremely* qualified for yet I can't even get an interview. Strange. Maybe because I don't fill out their 'diversity' questionnaire? Maybe they rely on AI to filter apps without even giving people the time of day? It's a shame really.
The interview process was simple and interesting. It only took a few minutes to get to the point. The questions were very light and not too difficult. It was really comprehensible and well organized
I applied online. The process took 4 weeks. I interviewed at Zillow in Aug 2021
Interview
I had applied through LinkedIn, the whole process took 1 month. Overall experience was good but at the end I was very disappointed. Final round was with 5 people back to back for 3 hours. But after my final round, they didn't communicate me my final result. I followed up many times but they didn't response. As a courtesy -they should at least communicate whatever the end result is.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
Related to previous job experience and future plan and goal.