I was asked basic knowledge in deep learning and machine learning. Also had time of explaining my research. discussed how I can apply my research to the current project. Transformer architecture, bias-var tradeoff, use of positional encoding, long-term dependencies.
Accepted offer
Positive experience
Average interview
Application
I applied through an employee referral. I interviewed at Amazon (San Diego, CA) in Mar 2025
Interview
The interviewer starts with a high-level overview, then go into the main questions - some can be research related, or ML depth/breath. Leadership principle questions were present for all interviews. At the end, they ask whether I have some questions to ask
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
Describe a scenario where you have set an initial goal, but later the result turns out to be greater than expected
HackerRank assessment with solid, fair questions. Communication with the recruiting team was clear and professional throughout the process. I was invited to two additional interviews, one focused on research depth and the other on coding skills.
One phone screen on LeetCode-style medium coding question plus behavioral questions. One loop of three back to back interviews including one round of coding, two rounds of research plus behavioral questions.