I applied through a recruiter. The process took 4 weeks. I interviewed at Google (Mountain View, CA) in Feb 2015
Interview
Phone interview with recruiter then product manager before on-site interview with three product managers. Each step of the way the recruiters gave very good guidance through emails about what to expect and prepare.
Product managers asked mostly open ended questions looking at creativity and industry knowledge. Good to understand what's happening in a market. Didn't ask anything about my experience.
Two of three interviewers very easy to talk to and open. Third got frustrated when I asked clarification questions.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
What do you like about a web site, what would you do different?
Recruiter Screen (30–45 min)
Discuss background, product experience, and interest in Google
Hiring Manager Screen (45–60 min)
Behavioral + product strategy, leadership, prioritization
Technical/Analytical Screen (45–60 min)
Problem-solving, data analysis, metrics, A/B testing
On-Site / Virtual Interviews
Product design & strategy
Execution & technical tradeoffs
Leadership & influence
Googleyness / behavioral
Hiring Committee & Team Match
Feedback review, team fit, final approval
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
Google Search is seeing a decline in engagement among teenagers. How would you identify the root cause and propose a strategy to improve usage in this segment?
I applied through an employee referral. I interviewed at Google (New York, NY) in Sept 2025
Interview
Very straight forward process though I only went through with two interviews. Phone screening with talent director followed by team leads. Withdrew from process due to the role being on-site 5 days a week.
Very difficult interview loop. Lots of trick questions and brainteaser problems. Even with studying a ton in the leadup I still struggled and ultimately did not receive an offer. Interview process is still similar to what any guide online describes.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
Estimation question about computing revenue for a product line given 0 details
