OpenAI Technical Program Manager Interview Experience
OpenAI · Mid level
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.
Interview rounds · 5
- 1
Recruiter screen
- Q1. Why do you want to work at OpenAI?
- 2
Phone screen
Behavioral- Q1. Tell me about the most complex project you have led.
- 3
Technical round
Behavioral- Q1. Design a notification system.
- 4
Take-home assignment
System Design- Q1. Tell me about a time when you managed an end-to-end program. (This was a technical breakdown.)
- 5
Final / onsite round
Behavioral- Q1. How do you collaborate with engineers?
Tips from the candidate
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.