Scale Engineer

Software Engineer

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The interview process for a Software Engineer I at Miro is designed to assess a candidate's foundational technical skills, problem-solving abilities, and cultural fit within the company. It typically involves multiple stages, starting with an HR screening, followed by technical rounds focusing on data structures, algorithms, and coding, and concluding with a behavioral and system design interview. The goal is to identify candidates who can contribute effectively to Miro's collaborative and innovative environment.

Rounds·4

Timeline·~7d

Experience·0 - 2 yrs

Comp band·US$90000 - US$120000

Interview time·165 min

Evaluation

What they measure.

  • Problem-solving skills
  • Coding proficiency
  • Algorithmic thinking
  • Data structure knowledge
  • System design fundamentals
  • Communication skills
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Adaptability and learning agility
  • Cultural fit with Miro's values

Preparation

How to prepare.

Tips

  1. Review fundamental data structures (arrays, linked lists, trees, graphs, hash maps) and algorithms (sorting, searching, dynamic programming, graph traversal).
  2. Practice coding problems on platforms like LeetCode, HackerRank, or Coderbyte, focusing on medium-difficulty problems.
  3. Understand basic system design concepts, such as scalability, availability, and common architectural patterns.
  4. Prepare to discuss your past projects in detail, focusing on your contributions, challenges, and learnings.
  5. Research Miro's products, mission, and values to understand how your skills and aspirations align.
  6. Prepare behavioral questions using the STAR method (Situation, Task, Action, Result).
  7. Familiarize yourself with common JavaScript/TypeScript concepts and frameworks if applicable to the role.

Study plan

Fig · Study plan — 05 phases

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Phase 01 of 05

Data Structures Fundamentals

Weeks 1-2: Data Structures (Arrays, Lists, Trees, Hash Maps) & Complexity Analysis.

Weeks 1-2: Focus on core data structures like arrays, linked lists, stacks, queues, trees (binary trees, BSTs), and hash maps. Practice implementing them and solving problems related to their operations. Understand time and space complexity analysis.

Questions

Commonly asked.

  • Write a function to reverse a linked list.
  • Given an array of integers, find the two numbers that add up to a specific target.
  • Explain the difference between a process and a thread.
  • How would you design a URL shortener?
  • Tell me about a time you faced a technical challenge and how you overcame it.
  • Describe a situation where you had to work with a difficult teammate.
  • What are your strengths and weaknesses as a software engineer?
  • How do you stay updated with new technologies?
  • Explain the concept of recursion with an example.
  • Design a system to handle real-time notifications.

Locations

Regional differences.

Fig · Regions — 02 locations

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Location

Remote

Interview focus

Adaptability to remote collaboration tools and practices.Understanding of asynchronous communication.Proactiveness in seeking information and support in a distributed setting.

Common questions

  • Tell me about a challenging project you worked on.
  • How do you handle disagreements within a team?
  • Describe a time you had to learn a new technology quickly.

Tips

  • Ensure a stable internet connection and a quiet environment.
  • Be prepared to share your screen and use online collaboration tools effectively.
  • Highlight experiences with remote teamwork and communication strategies.

Rounds

Round-by-round.

Expand a step for evaluation criteria, sample questions, and prep notes.

DSA

Coding questions at Miro.

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