Etsy Manager Interview Questions
& Process
Real candidates share what happened, how many rounds they had,
and how the experience turned out.
Based on 7 interview experiences · FREE TO READ
Candidate interview experiences
First-hand accounts from people who interviewed at Etsy.
Etsy
Manager
Manager Average Neutral experience Decline offer 7 rounds
Interview process
Recruiter call Technical screen Onsite
Interview formats
Behavioral Technical
The interview process for this Manager role was quite lengthy, spanning 7 interviews across 3 rounds and taking a total of 3 months. It kicked off with a recruiter call, followed by a hiring manager interview, and then a series of 5 loop interviews. A significant issue was the prolonged silence and lack of communication from the recruiting team between rounds, with them often ignoring emails and questions. The company also provided no preparation for the interviews. Compared to previous experiences with tech companies, this process was marked by poor communication and a general lack of transparency from the recruiters and coordinators, despite the interviewers themselves being pleasant and communicative. This poor recruiting experience, coupled with a less-than-ideal offer, ultimately led to declining the offer. The reviewer noted that this slow and uncommunicative approach seems to be standard practice for the company, which they believe hinders talent acquisition.
Confirmed questions8 questions
- Tell me about yourself and your experience.
- Describe a time you faced a challenge at work and how you overcame it.
- How do you handle conflict within a team?
Etsy
Senior Manager
Senior Difficult Positive experience Accept offer 5 rounds
Interview process
Recruiter call Technical screen Onsite
Interview formats
Behavioral Technical
The entire process was well-organized and professional. I liked that everyone I met was friendly and approachable, and the interviews felt very fair. I spoke with 5 people I might work with. They all asked about my past work, how I handle and solve problems, and my career aspirations. Overall, it was a welcoming and professional experience that gave me a good idea of the company culture and what the job entails.
Confirmed questions2 questions
- Can you describe a time you used data to resolve an issue?
- Could you tell me about your management approach?
Etsy
Manager
Manager Average Negative experience No offer 6 rounds
Interview process
Recruiter call Phone screen Take home Onsite Offer
Interview formats
Behavioral Technical
The whole thing took over five weeks. I started with a recruiter chat, then talked to a team member. After that, I got a take-home assignment while they set up back-to-back in-person interviews with five people from different parts of the company. It was pretty tedious because every interviewer asked the same questions from a list, and they didn't seem interested in skills outside my direct past work. It seems like the company is going through a lot of changes, and people have mixed feelings about it. I felt like I'd be a small player in a big organization. A few days after the in-person interviews, I got an email asking for a call. I thought it was an offer because it was a call, but the recruiter said they decided to go with someone else. I wish they'd told me by email instead of a phone call, which usually means good news.
Confirmed questions1 question
- What is your motivation for working at Etsy?
Etsy Manager Interview Questions
Quoted word for word from Etsy interview reports.
“How would your coworkers know that you are experiencing stress without you communicating it to them?”
Read reports →“In your opinion, what aspect of the Etsy experience could be improved the most?”
Read reports →“How do you prioritize tasks when you have multiple deadlines?”
Read reports →“How do you stay updated with industry trends?”
Read reports →“How do you give and receive feedback?”
Read report →“How do you motivate your team?”
Read report →“Would you be able to work extended hours?”
Read report →“What is your motivation for working at Etsy?”
Read report →“How do you handle conflict within a team?”
Read report →Formats, difficulty and experience
Across all 7 Etsy interview reports.