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Outset Medical Field / Application Engineer Interview Questions
& Process

Real candidates share what happened, how many rounds they had,
and how the experience turned out.

Based on 27 interview experiences · FREE TO READ

2.7 Rounds average
Average Typical difficulty
96.3% Positive experience

Candidate interview experiences

First-hand accounts from people who interviewed at Outset Medical.

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Field Service Engineer

Engineering · more than a year ago

Mid Average Positive experience Accept offer 4 rounds
Interview process
Recruiter call Phone screen Technical screen Onsite Offer
Interview formats
Technical Behavioral

The first step was a quick phone chat to see if I was still interested, check if I had the basic skills, and maybe ask a few initial things about myself. Then, there was a more detailed interview, likely with the hiring manager, digging deeper into my skills, past work, and why I want this job. After that, I had more interviews with various team people and managers. Each of these focused on different things like my technical skills, if I'd fit in with the team, or how I solve problems. The last part, if I got that far, would be a final chat with some higher-ups or people who make the hiring decisions.

Confirmed questions1 question
  • Could you answer questions about water room and home-hemo?
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Field Service Engineer

Engineering · more than a year ago

Mid Difficult Neutral experience Decline offer 3 rounds
Interview process
Recruiter call Phone screen Onsite
Interview formats
Behavioral Technical

First I had a personal interview over the phone. Then, a second phone interview with three managers. Finally, I was invited to visit the home office for an interview with six managers and VP's. Each meeting was about an hour long.

Confirmed questions2 questions
  • General Interview questions
  • Some questions specific to engineering
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Outset Medical

Field Service Engineer

Engineering

Entry Average Positive experience Accept offer 3 rounds
Interview process
Recruiter call Technical screen Onsite
Interview formats
Technical Behavioral

Interviewing with this company was a really great experience. From the start, the team made me feel welcome, like I was talking to people I already knew. The interview process felt organized and professional. They asked good questions about my skills, background, and what I'm aiming for. They communicated well and kept me updated, and I felt like they really valued my time and the effort I put in. It really showed off a good company culture and that they want to find the right person for the job. I left with a great impression and I'm thankful for the chance.

Confirmed questions3 questions
  • I was asked to go into detail about different systems relevant to my past work in mechanics, which helped me show off what I know.
  • Can you share more about your experience with various mechanical systems?
  • Tell me about your skills related to specific systems in your mechanical background.

Outset Medical Field / Application Engineer Interview Questions

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Were you asked if you believe we landed on the moon or if the earth is flat?

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Could you answer questions about water room and home-hemo?

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What's your approach to handling a customer who is extremely unhappy?

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Tell me about a time a customer pointed out a flaw in your work.

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Can you share an instance where you managed a dissatisfied customer and successfully converted them into a satisfied one?

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Regarding your previous role in dialysis, could you share how you came to work in that field?

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Formats, difficulty and experience

Across all 27 Outset Medical interview reports.

Interview formats

Behavioral 50%
Technical 44.4%
Other 1.9%
Group 1.9%
Presentation 1.9%

Interview difficulty

Easy 14.8%
Average 70.4%
Difficult 14.8%

Candidate experience

Positive 96.3%
Neutral 3.7%