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OpenAI

Technical Program Manager Interview Experience

OpenAI·Mid Level / L4
Result
Rejected
Interview date
2 years ago
Timespan
4 weeks
Difficulty
Difficult

Interview process

This was one of the hardest loops I had completed. The hiring manager screen and behavioral interviews were standard. The system design interview for a TPM was challenging. The expectations for a TPM included a great deal of technical depth.

  • Recruiter screen
  • Phone interview
  • Technical interview
  • Take-home project
  • Final round

Interview tips

One of my interviews was supposed to be a case study or more on program management fundamentals; however, it was a set of random questions from the interviewer (e.g., "What do you think the future of GPUS is?" "Define a project?"). I wish it were clear what type or style of interview I was walking into.

Company culture

It had an intense vibe from the interview perspective. From the people's perspective, they enjoyed the work, the mission, and the challenge of working there. I got the sense they all enjoyed this fast-paced culture and growth that comes with working there.

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