Tech IndustryOct 18, 2019
NEOGOVBaymax90

Those who cracked Amazon interview in second/third attempt

Given that Amazon doesnt provide specific feedback, how did you ensure that you get the offer in your second/third attempt? I’d like to hear from PMs/SDEs and anyone who would be interested in sharing their experience!

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500k Oct 18, 2019

Amazon is considered easier to crack among FAANGs. Make sure you really have good stories to tell for their leadership principles. Also learn about the STAR method.

NEOGOV Baymax90 OP Oct 18, 2019

I prepared for two-three examples for each leadership principle and used the STAR method. I suppose my stories didn’t meet the mark and I should prepare better examples next time.

Qualcomm sashimi30 Oct 18, 2019

Amazon can be really tough. I'm starting at Amazon soon and their interviews were harder than any other FAANG interview I've done where I received an offer. Your mileage may vary when it comes to interviews. Most Googlers I know had pretty easy interviews like leetcode Easy-Medium, but I'm sure it helped they knew people in the company with some pull.

Amazon rateme Oct 18, 2019

Dude, why do you want to work for Amazon?

Amazon tyyttttt Oct 18, 2019

same

Amazon idkok Oct 18, 2019

Ya but theres other companies in PNW lol

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{~} Oct 18, 2019

What should you tell recruiters who are reaching out after your first attempt? Cool off period is generally 6 months(heard on blind) so do you just say “will reach out after x months?” How does providing this additional data of when I last interviewed screw up my chances of getting another interview?

NEOGOV Baymax90 OP Oct 18, 2019

The recruiters that reached out to me already had this information. They knew I interviewed earlier this year even before I mentioned it. I have been approached for another potential interview, fingers crossed.

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{~} Oct 18, 2019

Interesting - how long was the interval before they reached out? Good luck, and I hope you crack it and double your TC!

Uber Sunset88 Oct 18, 2019

I used to work for amazon. Got the job after first try lol. Now I work for uber, also after first try.

NEOGOV Baymax90 OP Oct 18, 2019

Great! Any pointers for prep?

Uber Sunset88 Oct 18, 2019

Learn the principles, have at least 1 story for each principle. Answer in star method, and bring questions for your interviewers. If you’re applying for ops, stay away. Its a mess right now.

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lFjd71 Oct 18, 2019

Are you re-interviewing soon? I am on the same boat. Waiting for cool off. Good luck!

NEOGOV Baymax90 OP Oct 18, 2019

Yes, currently in talks with a recruiter. Hopefully, will get a Hiring Manager call and onsite.