Onvia Interview Questions
& Process

I had a phone screen with the HR director. Scheduling was a bit tricky, but she was communicative and accommodating. It was a pleasant half-hour chat, and I felt she was genuine. She asked me questions and also gave me a chance to ask mine, clearly outlining the next steps. The questions weren't overly difficult, and they were different from what I've encountered before. It felt more like a conversation.

I had three back-to-back 30-minute interviews with three different people. I liked the process because it was helpful to hear different viewpoints. The company seems like a great place to work based on its environment, product, and benefits. I haven't heard back yet, so I've indicated no for offered, but it's still early in the process. You should definitely apply if you have a strong work ethic, sales or account management experience, or enjoy working with data.

I had 6 different managers interview me, and they all asked me the same questions. Even though I was very qualified, I didn't get the job. A lot of the managers had only been there for less than a year, which seemed like a bad sign. The office itself was also kind of dirty and messy. They interviewed me in a big storage closet, which was weird because there was plenty of empty space. Honestly, I'm glad I didn't get the job in hindsight.

My first impression with OnVia's upper management was really poor. They tend to talk down to you, and if you disagree with their design ideas, they'll tell you you're wrong. The whole experience felt cold, one-sided, and unwelcoming. The team at OnVia seems disorganized, with a big disconnect between the design team and management, and their internal communication is terrible. The interview process lacked cohesion and felt rushed and poorly put together. For instance, the interview took half a day, and then they decided they didn't need the position anymore. It was the most unorganized company I've encountered. They could have sorted that out internally before wasting candidates' time and money on travel. It left a bad taste in my mouth and says a lot about their culture, vision, and management. Based on this, I'm not surprised by negative reviews and I'm actually glad I wasn't offered the job. There are better places in Seattle to get real experience and build a career in big data, UI/UX, and consulting.