Expedia Group Ux Designer Interview Questions
& Process

I applied for the Senior UX Designer – Visual Design & Brand Systems role at Hotels.com (Expedia Group). A recruiter from US (based in Seattle) reached out on LinkedIn. After many reschedules and even a no-show, we finally had the initial screening call. It was straightforward and professional, and afterwards the recruiter sent a detailed prep email for the interview with the Director of UX Design (the hiring manager). I provided my availability, but that’s where it ended. No confirmation, no updates, no feedback. I sent a polite follow-up and reached out on LinkedIn, but never heard back from the recruiter. Very disappointing experience for such a large, global company. Frustrating to invest time and energy only to be ghosted, especially after being told to prepare for the next stage. Candidates deserve at least basic communication and closure.

It was a really great interview process. We started with a portfolio review where I discussed two or three case studies. Then there was a behavioral interview, and after that, a conceptual interview about a design challenge. There wasn't a whiteboard challenge, but we did talk through a design thinking exercise verbally.

This could be an in-person or remote interview with UX researchers or a panel of interviewers. They will delve deeper into your research background, asking about specific projects you have worked on and the methodologies you have employed. Expect questions that assess your ability to plan, execute, and analyze research studies, as well as your understanding of various research techniques and ethics in research. Some companies include a research exercise as part of the interview process. This could involve designing a research plan, conducting a mock research study, analyzing data, or presenting research findings. The exercise is designed to evaluate your research skills, critical thinking, and ability to effectively communicate your findings.