Remote interview

Before your interview:

  • Complete NDA if required

    If required, review and complete the non-disclosure agreement (NDA) your recruiting contact has sent to you.

  • Confirm which meeting platform you’ll use

    Your recruiter will let you know whether your interview will take place on Zoom or Amazon Chime.

  • Download the correct meeting app if needed

    Use the link for your assigned platform. If you’ll be sharing your screen during your interview, download the desktop version of the platform.

    Zoom

    Amazon Chime

  • Test your setup

    It’s a good idea to practice using your assigned platform and test your audio and video in advance.

    Test Zoom

    Test Amazon Chime

  • Check your meeting details

    Your recruiting contact will send your interview link and instructions by email.

  • Request accommodations if needed

    If a remote interview on Zoom or Amazon Chime isn’t fully accessible for you, please discuss this with your recruiting contact so they can offer an accommodation.

    Accommodations

The day of your interview:

  • Conduct your interview in a well-lit and quiet environment that’s free of distractions.

  • Test your internet connection to ensure it’s working and strong.

  • Confirm your webcam is working. If you don’t have a headset, be prepared to mute your microphone when you aren’t talking.

  • If you’re using a laptop, phone, or tablet, fully charge your device before your interview.

Troubleshooting:

  • If you experience technical difficulties, close and re-enter the meeting.

  • If you still have trouble connecting, dial in using the toll-free number included in your interview invitation.

  • Email your recruiting contact immediately if you’re unable to connect via phone.

Additional tips:

If your interview involves technical elements (e.g., coding, design exercise), it may be easier to draw your solution and show it to the interviewer. You can:

  • Use a drawing or diagramming tool on your personal computer, and share that window via your assigned meeting platform.
  • Use a free web-based whiteboarding product, such as the Miro app, and share the web browser’s screen via your assigned meeting platform.
  • Draw on a piece of paper, and show it to the camera when ready.

Frequently asked questions:

Reach out to your recruiting contact if you have any other questions.

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