I applied online. The process took 2 weeks. I interviewed at Yelp (San Francisco, CA) in Oct 2016
Interview
I applied positions related to data science and machine learning online. I was scheduled for a Skype interview. The engineer asked a few questions about coding and data mining. After a few days, I was invited to an on-site interview. There were 4-5 rounds of technical interviews and most problems are related to coding, machine learning, and some design problems. The whole process was nice and comfortable. Engineers and recruiters are very patient and active to meet my requirement and answer my questions. I feel very happy about the interviewing process.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
Some Leetcode coding problems and more machine learning related problems. For example, design features and algorithm for some problem related to Yelp. How to evaluate your algorithm?
Leetcode style interview online via link, then a 1 on 1 technical interview with a lead developer also online where you can ask questions about the role and working at yelp, later more in depth technical tests and finally references and psicological tests.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
Talk about the project you are the most proud of, why do you want to work at yelp
Very intense. 4 back to back 45 minute interviews. One behaviour and four technical interviews.
Nice people but got the vibe everyone was happy with the work as it wasn’t too challenging.
I applied through an employee referral. The process took 2 months. I interviewed at Yelp (Toronto, ON) in May 2025
Interview
Around 3 different rounds with a mix of behavioural and technical. Last round features on-site which lasts the whole day, where there are 2 dsa rounds, 1 system design round and 1 recruiter round to end the day.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
Walk us through one project you have done, and some of the challenges you encountered while working on this project
