
Wild Alaskan Software Engineer Interview Questions
& Process
Real candidates share what happened, how many rounds they had,
and how the experience turned out.
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Candidate interview experiences
First-hand accounts from people who interviewed at Wild Alaskan.
Software Engineer
The interview process included an initial phone screen, followed by a brief technical interview with the Engineering Manager that lasted about 30 minutes. After that, there was a take-home test which was estimated to take 4-6 hours. I'm not sure what happens next since I didn't advance. When I got my rejection, I asked for feedback on the take-home project, but I was disappointed not to receive any specific feedback about it. I was expecting some comments on why my project didn't meet their standards, and maybe some ideas on how to improve it, especially after spending 4-6 hours on it.
- In Javascript, can you explain the difference between a Promise and a Closure?
- What are the three A's referred to when discussing test writing?
Senior Software Engineer
The interview was pretty simple. Started with HR, then a 30-minute chat with a technical lead, and finished with a 4-hour take-home assignment.
- Can you discuss your past experience and the technologies you've used?
- What's your familiarity with the tech stack we use here?
Software Engineer
I applied to Wild Alaskan Company and went through a month-long interview process. It involved multiple stages including meetings with the Hiring Manager, Software Architect, and a take-home task. After finishing these steps, I had a final meeting, expecting a job offer. But instead, I was told they chose someone else. I asked for feedback on my assignment and was told it impressed the team and introduced them to new techniques. The Hiring Manager even said they decided to implement some of the solutions I submitted. However, on the same day, I saw the job was relisted on LinkedIn, which made me confused and disappointed because the positive feedback didn't match their actions. It felt like their hiring process lacked transparency. So, for anyone else thinking about applying to Wild Alaskan Company, just be aware that the process might not be as straightforward as it looks. Transparency and honesty are super important in hiring, and it's a bummer when they're not prioritized.
- Can you tell me about your previous job responsibilities and how they relate to this role, along with any relevant experiences and skills you can bring?
- What were your responsibilities in your previous role, and how do they connect to the position I'm applying for?
- What relevant experiences and skills do you possess that would be beneficial for this position?
Wild Alaskan Software Engineer Interview Questions
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“In Javascript, can you explain the difference between a Promise and a Closure?”
Read reports →“What are the three A's referred to when discussing test writing?”
Read reports →“Could you discuss architectural aspects of Laravel?”
Read reports →“Could you let me know your availability?”
Read reports →“What's your familiarity with the tech stack we use here?”
Read report →“What were your responsibilities in your previous role, and how do they connect to the position I'm applying for?”
Read report →“What relevant experiences and skills do you possess that would be beneficial for this position?”
Read report →“Can you discuss your past experience and the technologies you've used?”
Read report →“Can you discuss your recent projects relevant to this role?”
Read report →Formats, difficulty and experience
Across all 6 Wild Alaskan interview reports.