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The Interview Process
3 stages over ~7 days. What each round tests and how to prepare.
This is a modelled interview process for Instant based on similar <50-person B2B, Engineering, Product and Design companies. We haven't confirmed it with candidate reports yet.
Interview stages
Intro Call
Video call · 30 min
Culture fit and role expectations
Founder or hiring manager
Technical Deep Dive
Video call or in-person · 60 min
Past projects and problem-solving approach
Technical founder or lead
Final Round
In-person or video · 45 min
Team fit and offer discussion
Founding team
Instant interview timeline
At 7 days, Instant's process is faster than typical for B2B, Engineering, Product and Design (10 days at this size). Faster processes usually mean fewer candidates in the pipeline.
Frequently asked questions
How many rounds is the Instant interview?
3 stages: Intro Call, Technical Deep Dive, Final Round.
Is the Instant interview hard?
It concentrates on relevant experience and culture fit rather than abstract puzzles. The stage candidates find hardest is Final Round.
Does Instant give a take-home task?
No, Instant does not include a take-home stage.
How long does Instant take to get back to you?
Around 7 days across the full process.
What should I prepare for the Instant interview?
Study relevant experience and culture fit. At this size (<50), they care about self-sufficiency over textbook knowledge.
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