Interview guide
The Novel interview process
3 stages, about 7 days from first call to offer. The focus is relevant experience and culture fit.
We don't yet have verified candidate reports for Novel. What follows is the typical process for a <50-person Fintech, Banking and Exchange company, so treat it as a model, not confirmed detail.
Interview stages
- 1
Intro Call
Video call · 30 min
What it testsCulture fit and role expectationsUsually run byFounder or hiring manager - 2
Technical Deep Dive
Video call or in-person · 60 min
What it testsPast projects and problem-solving approachUsually run byTechnical founder or lead - 3
Final Round
In-person or video · 45 min
What it testsTeam fit and offer discussionUsually run byFounding team
Novel interview timeline
Timeline: ~7 days. That's faster than the Fintech, Banking and Exchange median (10 days at <50 people).
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Tracking Novel
Interviewing at Novel? Reach the hiring manager first.
Novel interview, frequently asked questions
How many rounds is the Novel interview?
3 stages: Intro Call, Technical Deep Dive, Final Round.
Is the Novel interview hard?
Expect relevant experience and culture fit, not algorithm trivia. Candidates report Final Round as the toughest stage.
Does Novel give a take-home task?
No, Novel does not include a take-home stage.
How long does Novel take to get back to you?
Around 7 days across the full process.
What should I prepare for the Novel interview?
Focus on relevant experience and culture fit. At <50 people, they're testing whether you can operate without process, not whether you memorised algorithms.