This interview process is designed to assess candidates for the Senior Engineering Manager role at MakeMyTrip. It evaluates technical leadership, people management skills, strategic thinking, and cultural fit within the company.
Rounds·4
Timeline·~14d
Experience·8 - 15 yrs
Comp band·US$180000 - US$250000
Interview time·210 min
Evaluation
Preparation
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Study plan
Fig · Study plan — 04 phases
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Weeks 1-2: MakeMyTrip business, SE principles, Agile, System Design basics.
Weeks 1-2: Focus on understanding MakeMyTrip's business, products, and recent news. Review core software engineering principles, agile methodologies, and common management frameworks. Study system design concepts and practice case studies.
Phase 02 of 04
Weeks 3-4: People Management (Hiring, Performance, Conflict), STAR method practice.
Weeks 3-4: Deep dive into people management topics: hiring, performance reviews, conflict resolution, coaching, and career development. Practice behavioral questions using the STAR method. Prepare examples of successful team leadership and project delivery.
Phase 03 of 04
Weeks 5-6: Technical Leadership, Architecture, Scalability, System Design practice.
Weeks 5-6: Focus on technical leadership and strategy. Review architectural patterns, scalability, reliability, and DevOps practices. Prepare to discuss your approach to technical decision-making, managing technical debt, and driving innovation. Practice system design questions.
Phase 04 of 04
Week 7: Mock Interviews, Communication refinement, Final review.
Week 7: Mock interviews with peers or mentors. Refine answers, focus on clear and concise communication. Prepare questions to ask the interviewers. Final review of all topics.
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Rounds
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HR Screening · 45 min · HR Recruiter
This initial round is conducted by an HR representative to assess your overall fit with MakeMyTrip's culture and values. They will delve into your career history, motivations for applying, and basic management philosophies. Expect questions about your strengths, weaknesses, and why you are interested in this specific role and company.
What they look for
Evaluation
Sample questions
Tell me about yourself.
Why are you interested in MakeMyTrip?
What are your strengths and weaknesses as a manager?
How do you handle conflict within a team?
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Common rejection reasons
Technical Interview - System Design · 60 min · Senior Software Engineer / Tech Lead
This round focuses on your technical expertise and system design capabilities. You will be presented with a complex problem or scenario, and you'll need to design a scalable and robust solution. The interviewer will assess your ability to think critically, consider trade-offs, and communicate your design effectively.
What they look for
Evaluation
Sample questions
Design a system to handle flight bookings for MakeMyTrip.
How would you design a recommendation engine for travel packages?
Discuss the architecture of a distributed caching system.
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Common rejection reasons
Managerial Interview · 60 min · Hiring Manager / Director of Engineering
This round is focused on your people management and leadership skills. The interviewer will ask behavioral questions to understand how you have managed teams, handled challenging situations, driven performance, and fostered a positive team environment. They will also assess your strategic thinking and ability to align team goals with business objectives.
What they look for
Evaluation
Sample questions
Describe a time you had to manage a underperforming engineer. What steps did you take?
How do you motivate your team during challenging projects?
Tell me about a time you had to make a difficult decision that impacted your team.
How do you balance technical debt with new feature development?
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Common rejection reasons
Senior Leadership / Executive Interview · 45 min · Senior Leadership (e.g., VP of Engineering, CTO)
This final round is with senior leadership to assess your strategic thinking, business acumen, and overall fit with the company's long-term vision. You'll discuss your approach to building and scaling engineering organizations, driving innovation, and contributing to MakeMyTrip's success. Be prepared to discuss your career aspirations and how you see yourself contributing at a higher level.
What they look for
Evaluation
Sample questions
What is your vision for the engineering team here at MakeMyTrip?
How would you approach scaling our engineering organization to meet future demands?
What are the biggest challenges facing the travel tech industry today, and how should MakeMyTrip address them?
How do you foster innovation and encourage experimentation within an engineering team?
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Common rejection reasons
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