4.5
Intermediate
6h
Acing the Engineering Manager Interview
The ultimate guide to engineering manager interviews. Developed by FAANG engineers, prep faster with proven strategies, real-world questions, and a structured approach. Get interview-ready in hours.
Engineers working as individual contributors may want to switch to management roles in the middle of their careers. A significant part of this transition will involve preparing for the engineering manager (EM) interview. This course is meant for folks preparing for an EM interview, enabling them to systematically cover the often-asked questions and strategies to come up with good answers.
The course begins with education about the EM role and the interview process for this role. It then covers the patterns and strategies to answer typical management questions in a story-like fashion. These involve people management, project and cross-functional management, and behavioral questions.
The course has been prepared by experienced engineering managers and directors for top-tier tech companies with years of experience giving and taking interviews for this role. This course will help you to persuasively present your own management experience during the interview and get your dream offer.
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WHAT YOU'LL LEARN
Understanding the engineering manager role and if it's the right fit for engineers working as ICs
Understanding the interview process and the series of different interviews in the EM loop
Familiarity with common questions asked during engineering management interviews and articulating their responses in a story-like format
Understanding the qualities of a good engineering manager
Understanding the engineering manager role and if it's the right fit for engineers working as ICs
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Content
1.
Introduction
3 Lessons
Get familiar with engineering manager roles, key responsibilities, and career path options.
2.
The EM Interview Loop
6 Lessons
Unpack the core of the engineering manager interview loop, assessing technical, design, and management skills.
3.
Management Interview Patterns and Strategies
3 Lessons
Work your way through interview strategies, story preparation, and structured responses for management roles.
4.
People Management Questions
6 Lessons
Grasp the fundamentals of effective people management, handling diverse team dynamics, and fostering growth.
5.
Project and Cross-functional Management
5 Lessons
Foster efficient project and team management by aligning goals, addressing challenges, and effective cross-team coordination.
6.
Behavioral Questions
3 Lessons
Simplify complex topics to master behavioral interview questions, focusing on empathy, communication, and problem-solving.
Certificate of Completion
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