Consumer Edge Research Interview Questions
& Process

I spoke with HR and some executives. It was a casual but thorough process. The team was nice and seemed very busy but focused on finding a good cultural fit. They were transparent about what they are looking for and how a candidate would fit into the broader company. The feedback loop took longer than I would've liked, but I think it's because they were moving forward with a different person for the position.

The interview process had 4 parts: a 30-minute initial screen, a 90-minute SQL test, an ETL test, and a final 60-minute chat with the engineering manager. The first call was pretty standard, checking my background, interest, and if I'd fit in, plus giving me a chance to learn about the company and job. The SQL test was a bit tough due to the time limit. The ETL test covered the usual stuff for a data engineer. The last interview was also about culture fit, but I think they also wanted to see if I understood certain tools and good practices. Overall, it was a great experience; I liked talking to the team and the company is doing well.

The interview scheduling was fast, but the answers to my questions about the role and company structure felt superficial and reactive. When I asked about strategic stuff, team support, and role clarity, the answers were vague and didn't line up, showing a lack of clear direction. It seems like the company is still figuring out how to integrate things, with old teams and new leadership clashing, causing confusion and unclear expectations. The job itself felt like a 'wear many hats' role without clear priorities or resources, making me worry about workload and growth. The interviewers weren't really focused on if the role was a good fit for me, just on if I could fill their immediate needs, which felt transactional. Team morale seemed low, with some interviewers disengaged. This, plus the top-down leadership and unclear org structure, points to bigger issues. I lost interest after the first interview but kept going, which was a waste of time. I'd rate my confidence in the company and process a 2 out of 10. It's a warning for anyone looking for clarity, support, and a role with growth potential.

The recruiter reached out about an opening and the hiring manager sent a coding test that was kind of vague. The recruiter mentioned the manager gave good feedback, but turns out that was a lie because they ghosted me after I submitted the assessment and ignored all my follow-ups. They didn't even check the API route I built. It's really rude to waste people's time like that, and judging by other reviews, I'm not the only one who's experienced this. I wouldn't want to work for a company that acts like this.