I applied online. The process took 2 weeks. I interviewed at Toptal (Palo Alto, CA) in Sept 2021
Interview
The interview process consists of an introduction call where I introduced myself and presented my experience. then we proceeded with an online coding challenge that was pretty difficult. after the coding challenge there is a technical interview and a mini project. upon completing those you get hired apparently
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
tell us about your previous experiences and the technologies you used.
I applied through a recruiter. I interviewed at Toptal (Groningen) in Feb 2026
Interview
The first part is a test with 3 questions, fairly easy on common and basic issues. The live coding interview was a 30min task that is hard to complete in just 30 minutes, as you hardly have time to stop and think.
I applied through other source. The process took 2 days. I interviewed at Toptal in Apr 2025
Interview
Send in pdf and they review it, and after 2 days I got into the waitlist, but it's generally a good experience. I would recommend anyone who is interested to apply.
Very reasonable selection process, consists of 4 steps and lasts for about a month if your availability is in line with their pace. Not like Google or Amazon algorithm-heavy and white board oppressif interviews.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
- Quick chat about your career and motivations - Codility test - Live coding session - Project
