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Software Engineering ManagerSenior ManagerHigh

Expedia is looking for a seasoned Software Engineering Manager to lead a team of talented engineers. This role is crucial for driving technical excellence, fostering innovation, and ensuring the successful delivery of high-quality software solutions that impact millions of travelers worldwide. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in software development, a proven track record of managing engineering teams, and a passion for building scalable and robust systems.

Rounds·4

Timeline·~4d

Experience·8 - 15 yrs

Comp band·US$180000 - US$250000

Interview time·225 min

Evaluation

What they measure.

  • Leadership and people management skills.
  • Technical acumen and architectural understanding.
  • Strategic thinking and business alignment.
  • Communication and collaboration abilities.
  • Problem-solving and decision-making capabilities.
  • Cultural fit and alignment with Expedia's values.

Preparation

How to prepare.

Tips

  1. Deeply understand Expedia's mission, values, and business objectives.
  2. Review your past projects and identify key leadership challenges and successes.
  3. Prepare specific examples using the STAR method (Situation, Task, Action, Result) for behavioral questions.
  4. Familiarize yourself with common software engineering management frameworks and best practices.
  5. Research current trends in the travel industry and technology.
  6. Understand Expedia's engineering culture and technology stack.
  7. Practice articulating your leadership philosophy and management style.
  8. Prepare thoughtful questions to ask the interviewers about the role, team, and company.

Study plan

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Phase 01 of 05

Company & Business Understanding

Weeks 1-2: Business & Strategy Immersion. Map experience to Expedia's needs.

Weeks 1-2: Focus on understanding Expedia's business, products, and strategic goals. Review company reports, press releases, and the Expedia careers site. Begin to map your experience to Expedia's stated needs and values. Start outlining key leadership achievements and challenges.

Questions

Commonly asked.

  • Tell me about a time you had to manage a significant technical challenge or crisis. How did you lead your team through it?
  • How do you foster a culture of innovation and continuous improvement within your engineering team?
  • Describe your approach to performance management, including how you handle underperformance and recognize high performers.
  • How do you balance the need for delivering new features with maintaining the quality and stability of existing systems?
  • Tell me about a time you had to make a difficult decision that impacted your team. What was the outcome?
  • How do you stay current with emerging technologies and ensure your team is adopting relevant advancements?
  • Describe your experience in hiring and onboarding new engineers. What do you look for in a candidate?
  • How do you manage stakeholder expectations and communicate technical progress to non-technical audiences?
  • What is your philosophy on technical debt, and how do you prioritize its management?
  • How do you promote diversity, equity, and inclusion within your team?
  • Describe a situation where you had to resolve a conflict within your team. What was your approach?
  • How do you delegate tasks effectively and empower your team members?
  • What are your thoughts on the current state of the travel industry and the role of technology within it?
  • How do you ensure your team's work aligns with the broader company strategy and product roadmap?
  • Tell me about a time you failed. What did you learn from that experience?

Locations

Regional differences.

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Location

London

Interview focus

Adaptability to diverse work environments and cultural nuances.Understanding of global talent markets and compensation strategies.Experience with remote team management and fostering collaboration across different time zones.

Common questions

  • How do you handle performance issues within your team, especially when dealing with remote employees?
  • Describe a time you had to adapt your leadership style to a new cultural context. What did you learn?
  • What are the key differences in managing a team in a high-cost-of-living area versus a lower-cost area, and how do you address compensation and retention?

Tips

  • Research Expedia's presence and operations in the specific location.
  • Be prepared to discuss your experience managing distributed or international teams.
  • Highlight any experience you have with cross-cultural communication and collaboration.

Rounds

Round-by-round.

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