Recruiter call was pretty straightforward. After that, I talked to hiring manager and people manager. The questions are quite simple, but they look for ppl who show NYT missions and values.
Average interview
Application
I applied online. I interviewed at New York Times
Interview
Recruiter call and then behavioral screen with the hiring manager. Mostly diving into your background and experience - standard questions for the industry. Recruiter and hiring manager were kind, transparent, and informative.
My issue with the process is that they never followed up with me, despite my pinging the recruiter for next steps. It was always "hiring manager is on vacation" or "we're still evaluating." They were still giving me the run around over 2-3 months after my interview, after which I stopped reaching out. Haven't heard from them since. I'd encourage them to at least follow up with candidates who give them their time, even if it's a rejection or the position closes.
1. Hiring Manager round - Discussion about the current projects and how would you apply that experience at NYT
2. 4 stakeholder rounds - You meet the people you are going to work and deep dive into product strategy and execution.
3. Final VP round
First I had a phone screen, and then a video call with the hiring manager. The phone screen was very informal and casual, whereas the interview with the hiring manager was more structured and had questions that were relevant to the specific team and role.