LinkedIn

LinkedIn APM Interview Guide

Generally, LinkedIn's interview questions can vary widely but will consist of one of the following categories. 

Product questions test your ability to design a new product or improve an existing one. Be user-focused. The key is to ensure you're organized with your thoughts and have a clear goal in mind that will solve the user's problem(s).

[Here is a list of product questions recently asked at LinkedIn.](https://www.tryexponent.com/questions?company=linkedin&role=pm&type=product-design)

One of the best frameworks is to [go "broad then deep".](/courses/pm/broad-then-deep) First, "go broad" by listing all the ideas and solutions that come to mind. Then, pick one to "go deep" on and explain why that is the solution you chose.

Another approach we see candidates have success with is [The Triangle Method](/courses/pm/the-triangle-method). This framework will help you articulate your thoughts and help nail your points into the interviewer's mind. To accomplish this, first list three points. Then, dive into each point. Finally, summarize your three points at the end. This will help you articulate your points and subpoints.

Favorite Product: Google Home Hub

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Product Sense

As a product manager, you will be expected to make decisions that will impact the business. Analytical questions test your ability to understand the product strategy and the data. You will want to demonstrate competency in defining metrics as well as understanding what to do when metrics change. Be methodical and show that you make data-driven decisions.

[Here is a list of analytical questions recently asked at LinkedIn.](https://www.tryexponent.com/questions?company=linkedin&role=pm&type=analytical)

The key to success in these interviews is starting at a high-level with the goals of the product, and then drilling deeper into actions and metrics. We recommend employing the GAME framework for key metrics questions, [as demonstrated in this PM lesson](/courses/pm/youtube-metrics).

TikTok Usage Decline

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Facebook Marketplaces Goals

Pick YouTube's Key Metrics

Analytical

With estimation questions, interviewers want to see the logic behind your estimations. These can also test your ability to size a potential market. While these questions may at first seem insane, the interviewer isn't really looking to see if your answer is right. Rather, the interviewer wants to see how you are approaching the question. Ask clarifying questions. Break down the problem and make reasonable assumptions if needed.

[Here is a list of estimation questions recently asked at LinkedIn.](https://www.tryexponent.com/questions?company=linkedin&role=pm&type=estimation)

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Estimation

LinkedIn Technical Program Manager (TPM) Interview Guide

The interview questions for TPM roles at LinkedIn can vary widely but generally fall into the following categories and skill assessments. Read through our [general list of LinkedIn TPM Interview Questions for practice.](/questions?company=linkedin&role=tpm)

These questions assess your ability to reason with metrics, walk through technical problems, and sometimes, high-level system design. These are generally use-case-based, and will rely on specific examples or scenarios. 

How Does Google Docs Work?

How to Answer System Design Questions

Technical Expertise

These questions assess the ability to drive initiatives with little guidance, and devising solutions. Typically asked in more senior TPM interviews, portfolio management questions ask about how to manage director-level stakeholders and go deeper into planning and prioritization.

How would TPMs start working with a new product manager?

Stakeholder Buy-In

End-to-End Program Management

Leadership and Portfolio Management

Execution questions focus on program planning and different stages of a program, such as resource planning. These interviews may also assess your experience with project management tools like JIRA and agile. 

Decide if Agile Methodology is Suitable

Describe a Process You've Created

Execution Mock Interview: Driver Cancels 

Execution

This section is the most broad, and generally assesses skills any TPM should have, including communication, escalation, and risk management. LinkedIn TPM interviewers are looking closely for the complexity of the projects discussed.

Tips for Program Sense Questions

Biggest Program Risk

TPM Skills

In this interview question, you'll be asked to walk through, from start to finish, a full program. Watch the videos above to get a sense for what these are like. 

Setting up a Program for an AI Data Product

End-to-end Program Management


The recruitment journey for BizOps at LinkedIn can be long, but fear not, here is a step-by-step guide. 

### Practice Case Interview - with a Flair

Use the classic consulting interview resources. Some describe the BizOps team as the internally embedded and matrixed consulting team, so consulting skill sets are critical. 

Layer on your knowledge and insights about the company specifically to tailor your frameworks and analyses. Being part of the internal team means you have access to the institutional knowledge and domain expertise, so make sure to use it. 
Mention how you could creatively get the data and insights you need to make better decisions. Internal to the company, you have access to systems and resources that external consultants don’t, so show that you know how to use it to your advantage.

Commute your hypotheses clearly and highlight operational considerations because you’re not an external consultant but a member of the internal team. If your recommendation is approved, you could very much be on the hook to make it happen. 

### Practice Your Stories

The classic behavioral interview advice applies here. Prepare your stories to make sure they’re easy to understand and demonstrate your impact. Review the videos and practice lessons above to get a sense of what sort of stories to emphasize and how. Don't forget to highlight instances when you: 
- Drove decisions and insights with data.
- Navigated ambiguity.
- Managed teams and stakeholders.
- Executed effeciently.

### Create Your Narrative
Why LinkedIn? Why BizOps? How does it fit into your trajectory? 

LinkedIn’s employee-centricity means that hiring decisions need to be a mutual fit. Being able to articulate why the company and role fit into your career narrative is the first step in convincing the team to take your interest seriously. 

Of course, part of this narrative involves you building the skills that would enable you to succeed on BizOps, but remember that it’s a two-way street. 

### Do the Due Diligence

Create economic opportunity for every member of the global workforce. The mission of LinkedIn is simple: connect the world's professionals to make them more productive and successful. 

At the company level, the mission drives everything. While the company has business models spanning consumer, B2B, and advertising, they all fit together to build a community of professionals and enable professionals to succeed. 

How does each segment of LinkedIn fit into that vision? How does the company make money? What are the proprietary assets and how do they affect the company’s strategic thinking as is relevant to the case problems? 

Why does this mission matter to you? Building your own thesis and illustrating that throughout the interview process is critical to showing that you’re motivated to be part of that movement.  

At the team level, each team has its own flavor under the core role of BizOps. Those who stand out to land an interview customize resume bullets based on the job description and get additional insights on team and cross-functional collaboration dynamics from current team members. 

Customization is key in tech, and it’s no different here. 



Tips and Strategies

LinkedIn BizOps Interview Guide

Tech companies are overflowing with data and LinkedIn is no exception. However, using that data effectively is much easier said than done. Having some examples around how you thoughtfully gathered and used - or didn’t use - data is key. 

Storytelling with Data

Analytics Case Study

Data Skills

A lot of BizOps work involves charting new territory and serving as the compass for the broader organization. Having stories about how you tackled big hairy problems and broken them down into pieces is a must. 

Discussing Tradeoffs

Measure LinkedIn Events Success

Invent and Simplify: Simple Solution

Comfort With Ambiguity

BizOps often has to bring together cross-functional teams and align them around a shared vision without direct authority. The ability to influence and build relationships is a core competency in this role. 

Introduction to Cross-Functional Questions

Cross-functional Collaboration 

Tell me about a time you had a conflict with someone. How did you resolve it?

Stakeholder Management

Just knowing where to go isn’t enough. BizOps is often the quarterback for key initiatives, so you want to demonstrate the ability to shepherd a team and deliver results on time.  

Managing Team Execution

Mock Execution Interview Simulator

LinkedIn PM Interview Guide

Product sense (also called Product Design) questions test your ability to design a new product or improve an existing one. Be user-focused. The key is to ensure you're organized with your thoughts and have a clear goal in mind that will solve the user's problem(s).

One of the best frameworks is to [go "broad then deep".](/courses/pm/broad-then-deep) First, "go broad" by listing all the ideas and solutions that come to mind. Then, pick one to "go deep" on and explain why that is the solution you chose.

Another approach we see candidates have success with is [The Triangle Method](/courses/pm/the-triangle-method). This framework will help you articulate your thoughts and help nail your points into the interviewer's mind. To accomplish this, first list three points. Then, dive into each point. Finally, summarize your three points at the end. This will help you articulate your points and subpoints.

Here is a list of product sense questions recently asked at LinkedIn:
- What's your favorite product and why? [See answer](https://www.tryexponent.com/courses/favorite-product?src=guide-text)
- How would you design a LinkedIn for blue collar workers? [See answer](https://www.tryexponent.com/questions/59/design-linkedin-blue-collar?src=guide-text)
- How would you improve Spotify? [See answer](https://www.tryexponent.com/courses/pm/product-strategy/product-strategy-spotify-social?src=guide-text) 
- Design a communication app for children. [See answer](https://www.tryexponent.com/questions/332/design-a-chat-app-for-children?src=guide-text)
- [View the full list of LinkedIn Product Design questions...](https://www.tryexponent.com/questions?company=linkedin&role=pm&type=product-design?src=guide-text)

Product Sense Questions

Analytical Questions

Estimation Questions

Amazon

Blend

Chime

Cruise

DoorDash

Facebook (Meta)

Google

Google Cloud (GCP)

Grubhub

Instacart

MasterClass

Microsoft

Peloton

Spotify

Tesla

Unity

Walmart Labs

Mobile.de

Palo Alto Networks

What's your favorite product and why?

If you were the CEO of Spotify, would you buy in your feature? Why?

How would you improve Spotify?

Design a LinkedIn for blue collar workers

Ramp

What happens when you navigate to a website?

Walk me through an example of an end-to-end program management you've run.

Salesforce

Uber

Visa

Tell me about yourself.

Roblox

Design a communication app for children.

How would you measure success for LinkedIn events?

How would you design an AI data product?

Asana

Duolingo

Klarna

Gladly

Why do you want to become a product manager? Or why did you become a product manager?

Why PM?

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Interview Questions

What's your favorite product and why?

How would you improve Spotify?

Design a LinkedIn for blue collar workers