I applied through a recruiter. I interviewed at ZestyAI (Vancouver, BC) in Feb 2026
Interview
It was a a 4 round interview,
The first round was with the engineering manager, just a vibe check.
The second round is a take-home exam + submission.
The third round is a technical interview with engineering manager + engineering team lead.
The fourth round was interview with CEO/CTO + a developer to go over homework assignment.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
In the technical interview lots of questions about kubernetes.
I applied online. The process took 4 weeks. I interviewed at ZestyAI (Vancouver, BC)
Interview
The interview process at ZestyAI was well structured and thoughtfully designed, though definitely challenging. It’s clear they take hiring seriously and want to ensure each new team member brings strong expertise and is a genuine fit for their culture. The company is innovative, unique, and truly disrupting the insurance tech space. I went through eight rounds of interviews, which is more than usual, but each conversation gave both sides a chance to learn more about one another and make an informed decision. I really enjoyed meeting the team and gained a lot from their insights and experience.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
They focus on relevant experience, how you approach and analyze different situations, and your critical thinking skills. Their interview style is a bit unique compared to other companies, mainly because the team includes many former McKinsey consultants and Fortune 500 leaders.
The process took 3 months. I interviewed at ZestyAI in Jan 2025
Interview
After the phone screen with a recruiter, had a comprehensive week long take home that realistically took 2 work days. After this, had a couple rounds with the team and a final round with leadership. After the final round, they ghosted me.
Note that they are looking more for a consultant + engineer than a true PM.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
Build a rag enabled chatbot, including product documentation, an architecture diagram, and a UI design in 6-8 hours.