soona Interview Questions
& Process
Real candidates share what happened, how many rounds they had,
and how the experience turned out.
Based on 5 interview experiences · FREE TO READ
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3 roles · 5 reportsCandidate interview experiences
First-hand accounts from people who interviewed at soona.
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Account Development Representative
Entry Average Positive experience No offer 3 rounds
Interview process
Recruiter call Phone screen Technical screen
Interview formats
Behavioral Technical
We started with a phone call with someone from TA, then I chatted with a co-founder, and finally, I had a 30-minute Zoom chat with two sales managers.
Confirmed questions1 question
- Can you tell me about your experience in account management and development?
soona
Director of People
Director Average Negative experience No offer 6 rounds
Interview process
Recruiter call Phone screen Technical screen Onsite Presentation Background check Offer
Interview formats
Behavioral Technical Presentation
So, the Director of People interview at soona was supposed to be simple, like three steps, done in about a month. But nope, it dragged on for six steps, took way over three months, and I talked to six different people. They say they care about DEI, but the interview process kept changing without notice, which made me question that. I found out they've had layoffs in 2022, 2023, and 2024, even with all the funding. People who stayed or just started seemed pretty unsure about their jobs. Also, it seemed like the CEO didn't really get the finances or what it takes to lead, which probably explains why everything felt so chaotic and unstable. The CEO then scheduled a final in-person meeting after I thought it was done, but then cancelled it last minute, saying there was an emergency board meeting. Then, during the time we were supposed to meet, I got an email saying they were going with someone else, no reason given. I asked for feedback multiple times but got nothing, which felt rude and unprofessional. Honestly, I'm not even upset about not getting the offer; I just want to work somewhere that's actually respectful and transparent. It's the lack of basic communication and the senior leaders, especially the CEO, acting unprofessionally and without integrity that's disappointing. The positive chats with the team were a stark contrast to the senior leaders' lack of business sense and executive presence. Hopefully, this helps soona do better with potential and current employees and actually live up to their stated values.
Confirmed questions1 question
- How has your experience been with managing layoffs?
soona
Photographer
Entry Average Positive experience No offer 3 rounds
Interview process
Recruiter call Technical screen Onsite
Interview formats
Technical Presentation
There were three rounds in total, including a working interview on the final day. My portfolio allowed me to skip the second round. It was one of the easier interviews I've had. Everyone was really nice, and it was fun to see the studio. The team said I would get the job, but I never did, which was a bit disheartening.
Confirmed questions1 question
- Have you worked in a studio before?
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Marketing
Mid Average Negative experience No offer 3 rounds
Interview process
Recruiter call Technical screen Onsite
Interview formats
Behavioral Presentation
I went through several video interviews with the director and team members. After the last interview, they ghosted me without any follow-up.
Confirmed questions1 question
- What makes you want this job?
soona Interview Questions
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Across all 5 soona interview reports.