I applied online. The process took 1 week. I interviewed at Kittl (London, England) in Feb 2024
Interview
- First chat with the in house senior recruiter. This went smoothly establishing alignment with tech experience and requirements of the role
- Take home challenge. A github repo with scaffolding of a web app was sent for completing the three features
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
The take home test was a mini project to implement three independent features with very specific and detailed criteria for evaluation
I applied online. The process took 3 weeks. I interviewed at Kittl (London, England) in Apr 2025
Interview
A five-stage interview with a clear emphasis on both technical and cultural fit.
It was very smooth and well-structured, and at the end of each step, the team provided me with constructive feedback, which made the entire process feel transparent and engaging.
Initial HR Screening:
The first stage was an informal conversation with a recruiter. The focus was primarily on assessing alignment between my skills and the company’s tech stack. It was a relaxed and friendly discussion, mainly covering my background and expectations.
Take-Home Technical Assessment:
I was given a take-home assignment involving Node.js, React.js, and Storybook. The challenge was thoughtfully designed and covered many technical areas relevant to the role.
Technical Discussion:
Next, I had a technical deep dive with a member of the engineering team. The interviewer asked insightful questions, making it feel more like a collaborative discussion than a traditional interview.
Engineering Leadership Interview:
In this stage, I spoke with the Director of Engineering. We discussed my past projects and long-term goals. It was an engaging and meaningful dialogue focused on how my experience aligned with the team’s vision.
Cultural Fit Interview (Final Round):
The last stage was a cultural fit interview with the Chief of Staff. This session focused on core values, collaboration style, and how well I would integrate with the broader organizational culture.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
Node.js: Find and fix issues in a given code snippet.
React.js: Design a component.
Cultural fit question: "Why do you want to work for Kittl?"