I started with a long independent programming assignment instead of a typical phone screen or live challenge. It took around five hours, and I received a $200 gift card regardless of how it went. The next step was an onsite in San Francisco with six interviews in one long day.
The mix stood out right away. One interview focused on practical algorithms and design rather than the usual LeetCode style. I also had two systems design interviews tied to the kinds of real problems Airtable worked on, plus a real-world coding interview on a laptop in a language of my choice.
There was also a JavaScript bug-hunting session, even though I didn't have much JavaScript experience. The interviewer was very helpful in clarifying language specifics. The final part was a code review of my original assignment.
After the onsite, things moved quickly. They got back to me within a couple of days, moved on to references, and later gave me an offer. Overall, the process felt smooth and genuinely positive. What stayed with me was how clearly the team came through during the interviews and in their interactions around them.
Location: San Francisco, CA. Overall feedback: Positive. Offer status: Got offer.
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