1. Recruiter Chat: Getting a better sense of the team and the role. And the following interview process.
2. Hiring Manager Chat: Engage in a one-on-one conversation with the hiring manager to discuss background, experiences, and how they align with the company’s goals.
3. Portfolio Presentation: Prepare and deliver a comprehensive presentation showcasing the portfolio. Include specific projects that highlight skills and contributions, detailing the challenges faced, problem-solving approach, and the impact of the work.
4. Virtual Onsite: Participate in a series of virtual interviews with various team members, including potential colleagues and leadership. This may involve technical assessments, behavioral interviews, and situational questions.
The interview process typically includes an initial screening call, followed by a portfolio review to discuss past work and design thinking. The final stage consists of multiple 1:1 interviews and a collaborative whiteboard or problem-solving exercise.
I applied online. The process took 3 weeks. I interviewed at Uber (San Francisco, CA) in Oct 2025
Interview
The first step is recruiter call, then portfolio walkthrough with VP of design and another designer on the team, lastly a panel interview with cross-functional partners like PM and engineering. Because it was a mid level position so it only had 3 rounds
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
What was your role in the cross-functional collaboration?
I applied through an employee referral. The process took 1 day. I interviewed at Uber (Bengaluru) in Apr 2025
Interview
The interview went smoothly and felt good overall. Unfortunately, I didn’t make it through the first round. However, I haven’t received any feedback, even after reaching out personally—especially disappointing since the interview experience itself was quite positive.
