When I applied to J.P. Morgan, the process began with an online assessment. It wasn’t just straightforward coding questions—though there were two algorithmic problems similar to what you’d expect on LeetCode—but it also included logic puzzles and an aptitude section. I had about an hour, and the pressure was to be both fast and precise, since their system grades for efficiency and correctness. A week later, I had a recruiter phone screen. That call was non-technical; it focused on my background, why I was interested in the role, and some logistical matters like location preferences and compensation. They also emphasized J.P. Morgan’s values and wanted to see if I had a clear motivation for joining a large financial institution rather than a typical tech company. After clearing that stage, I was invited to a Super Day, which was essentially a full slate of interviews. I had three interviews back-to-back, each about 45 minutes with a short break in between.