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Software Engineering Intern

Fizz

Department: Engineering

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Job requirements

  • Strong grasp on the Fizz product
  • Fundamentals of CS concepts
  • Experience building consumer products
  • Direct experience with tech stack

Technologies

  • SwiftUI
  • Google Cloud Platform
  • Firebase
  • Typescript
  • Node JS

Prep Questions

Behavioral

Can you describe a project where you built a consumer product from the ground up? What were the key challenges you faced and how did you overcome them?

Strong response

Ownership of product development

Challenges faced during the project

Problem-solving strategies

Collaboration with team members

Adapting to user feedback

Behavioral

How do you ensure the code you write is clean, efficient, and scalable? Can you provide an example of a project where you focused on these aspects?

Strong response

Clean code practices

Performance optimization strategies

Scalability considerations

Tools/methodologies for code quality assurance

Project outcome influenced by code quality

Situational

Imagine you are tasked with designing and implementing a new feature for Fizz. How would you approach this challenge, considering the platform's emphasis on safety, authenticity, and inclusion?

Strong response

Alignment with Fizz's core values

User research for feature design

Moderation and safety measures

Privacy considerations

Challenges in community management

Situational

How would you contribute to maintaining and improving the scalability and reliability of Fizz's systems as the platform expands to more colleges?

Strong response

Scalability challenges in platform expansion

Reliability strategies for system maintenance

Horizontal scaling and load testing

Monitoring tools for performance optimization

Past experiences in system optimization

Behavioral

How do you approach collaborating with senior engineers on complex projects? Can you share an example where your collaboration led to a successful project outcome?

Strong response

Communication with senior engineers

Learning from experienced team members

Contributions to project goals

Problem-solving through collaboration

Successful project outcome from teamwork

Situational

How would you prioritize features for Fizz communities to ensure a balance between user engagement and platform safety?

Strong response

Balancing user engagement and safety

User feedback analysis for feature prioritization

Risk assessment in feature development

Iterative development for platform improvements

Continuous evaluation based on user behavior

Behavioral

How do you stay updated on new technologies and trends in the software engineering field? Can you provide an example of how adopting a new technology positively impacted a project you worked on?

Strong response

Methods for staying updated on new technologies

Adopting new technologies in projects

Impact of new technology on project outcomes

Enhanced efficiency, performance, or user experience

Continuous learning in software engineering

Situational

How would you handle a situation where a feature you implemented faced unexpected technical challenges post-deployment? Can you walk us through your troubleshooting process in such scenarios?

Strong response

Handling unexpected technical challenges

Troubleshooting process post-deployment

Identifying root causes of issues

Collaboration with team for solutions

Efficient implementation of fixes

Behavioral

Can you discuss a time when you had to adapt to changing project requirements or priorities? How did you manage this situation and ensure project success?

Strong response

Adapting to changing project requirements

Managing evolving project priorities

Effective communication with stakeholders

Reprioritizing tasks for project success

Flexibility in adjusting project plans

Situational

How would you approach designing and implementing a feature that enhances user privacy and data security on the Fizz platform? What considerations would you take into account?

Strong response

Privacy and security considerations in feature design

Data encryption and access control measures

Compliance with privacy regulations

User trust and data protection

Identifying and mitigating potential vulnerabilities

Behavioral

How do you ensure that your work aligns with the mission of a company like Fizz, which prioritizes authenticity and community-based moderation? Can you provide an example of a project where you embodied these values?

Strong response

Alignment with company mission and values

Promoting authenticity and community moderation

Fostering inclusive communities

Upholding ethical standards in work

Contributions to building an authentic platform