SkyKick Interview Questions
& Process

The interview process started with a recruiter phone screen, followed by a take-home test where I had to build a fully functional .NET Core console app. I really enjoyed that part and how it was set up. Then, there was a technical phone interview, which went well. I had to explain the take-home test and talk about high-level concepts. The next round was a second set of technical interviews with different people in various roles. The questions felt a bit random, covering a few different topics, which is why I think I didn't perform as well in this stage.

I was contacted by a recruiter on LinkedIn about a Technical Account Manager role at SkyKick, since a former classmate works there and recommended it. I submitted my resume and had an initial phone screening. The interviewer seemed aggressive and focused on why I was looking to leave my current job, wanting assurance I wouldn't leave SkyKick after a year. I explained my desire for a better fit, including location, work/life balance, talented colleagues, leadership opportunities, and competitive pay, while highlighting my dedication and results-oriented approach. The interviewer then pressed me on salary and benefits, which I wasn't comfortable discussing yet. They insisted on discussing it, stating "We don't put up with that here," implying distrust. I eventually disclosed my salary expectations, based on the role, location, and my qualifications. The response was that they wouldn't pay within that range and that I'd need to accept less if I continued. They then mentioned company culture and stock options. Though frustrated, I agreed to compromise and scheduled an in-person interview for the next day. However, after reflecting overnight, I canceled the interview and declined the position due to multiple red flags, especially the poor interaction with the recruiter. The main issue was the required compensation reduction, which didn't align with my values for an organization.

It was a 3-stage interview process. First, a basic phone screen, then a more in-depth phone call with the hiring manager. After that, if I met the qualifications, I had a series of in-person interviews with the executive team. They seemed to decide whether to proceed after each interview. I went through all 6 of the 1:1 interviews, which lasted about 6.5 hours. That was the longest interview day I've experienced. They were good about providing snacks and drinks. All interviews were conversational, focusing on how I'd handle different situations. It felt very natural and not staged. I thought it went well, and they must have too since I got through the whole day, but they ultimately decided I wasn't the right fit, which was a bit of a surprise after investing so much time from both sides.

Man are they disorganized. I had an initial screen, then a few weeks later I had a four person interview onsite. It went well enough that they said they wanted me to meet with engineering, which seemed like they should have scheduled it all for the same time. That went well enough that they said they had to have one more interview with the CEO, so at that point the THIRD onsite. I thought it went well but I had another offer and I told them to let me know that afternoon because I needed to let the other company know. Of course they didn't and only after told me I didn't get it (no feedback). This company is wildly disorganized, don't interview unless you want to go through the ringer.