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Updated 20 Mar 2024

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1 interview found

Interview experience
5
Excellent
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
Less than 2 weeks
Result
Selected Selected

I was interviewed in Feb 2024.

Round 1 - Aptitude Test 

It was an 1:1 round over a phone call with VP Product and it was a problem solving round. We discussed about building features on a random product and the point was to judge my problem sense, logical thinking and solutioning.

Round 2 - Assignment 

I was told to build a feature for Hiver, which I would first submit and then later present in the next round for further discussion

Round 3 - One-on-one 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. To discuss the assignment submitted in the previous round
Round 4 - Generic discussion 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. This round was with both VP Product and the CTO. This was more of a discussion focused on soft skills and cultural fit.

Interview questions from similar companies

I applied via Campus Placement

Round 1 - Case Study 

We had to submit a case assignment along with the resume. The topic was around ad-tech: getting into the OTT segment, market potential, disruptive features, GTM and trade-offs.
Make sure that the document has structure. You will mostly be asked to run through the case. State your assumptions and sources clearly while speaking and be prepared for cross questions.

Round 2 - Case Study 

Walk me through your resume.
Focus on the numbers and your contribution

How would you approach a problem you faced at work differently now if the constraints are changed?

Run me through the case you submitted.

Round 3 - Product Management 

(3 Questions)

  • Q1. Questions on resume points
  • Q2. Algorithms- Sort order algorithm for an e-commerce search page.
  • Ans. 

    The sort order algorithm for an e-commerce search page determines the arrangement of products based on relevance to the search query.

    • The algorithm should consider factors like product popularity, customer ratings, and relevance to the search query.

    • It should prioritize products that closely match the search query and have higher ratings or popularity.

    • The algorithm can also take into account other factors like price, ava...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q3. Design: Ad publishers would not want ads with restricted content (porn, alcohol, arms, violence etc.) to be shown on their website. Design a feature so that publishers can define these restrictions.
  • Ans. 

    Design a feature for ad publishers to define restrictions on ad content.

    • Create a user-friendly interface for publishers to set their content restrictions.

    • Allow publishers to select specific categories of restricted content (e.g. porn, alcohol, violence).

    • Implement a keyword-based filtering system to identify restricted content.

    • Provide an option for publishers to upload custom lists of restricted keywords.

    • Offer a preview...

  • Answered by AI
Round 4 - Product Management 

(4 Questions)

  • Q1. What is product market fit?
  • Ans. 

    Product market fit is the alignment between a product and its target market, where the product satisfies the market's needs.

    • Product market fit is achieved when a product solves a real problem for a specific target market.

    • It means that the product is in demand and customers are willing to pay for it.

    • Product market fit is not a one-time event, it requires continuous validation and improvement.

    • Examples of products with st...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. Is Apple i-Pad a success or failure ?
  • Ans. 

    Apple i-Pad is a success.

    • The i-Pad has sold over 500 million units worldwide.

    • It has revolutionized the tablet market and set the standard for other companies.

    • The i-Pad has been used in various industries such as education, healthcare, and entertainment.

    • Apple continues to release new and improved versions of the i-Pad, showing its success.

    • The i-Pad has also contributed significantly to Apple's revenue and profits.

  • Answered by AI
  • Q3. If you were to enter into the app-based taxi market where Uber and Ola are already present, what will you launch?
  • Q4. Design an app to ease out the ISB campus hiring process. What North-star metric will you go after? Estimate the improvement in this metric if the app is launched.
  • Ans. 

    An app to streamline ISB campus hiring process with a focus on reducing time-to-hire.

    • Create a user-friendly interface for job postings and applications

    • Incorporate a resume screening tool to filter out unqualified candidates

    • Implement an interview scheduling feature to reduce scheduling conflicts

    • Track time-to-hire as the North-star metric to measure success

    • Expect a 20-30% improvement in time-to-hire with the launch of th

  • Answered by AI

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Round 2 - This round lasted for 40 minutes.

Interviewed by a Senior Product Manager (VC from China). The round was mostly around my resume and a thorough discussion on the submitted case.

Round 3 - This round lasted for 40 minutes.

Round 4 - This round lasted for 40 minutes.

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Suggestions:

Have a conversation with the interviewer, ask as many questions and don't jump into the solution without understanding the premise correctly.

Product thinking is vital to crack PM interviews. The interviewer is mostly assessing you on how you think and approach a problem. Be confident!

Skills evaluated in this interview

I applied via Campus Placement

Round 1 - Product Management 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. A small Discussion on the case. What feature would I like to add apart from advertising on the publisher space and how to price it?
  • Q2. Market Entry: How to take Rajasthani Shoe business from online to offline?
  • Ans. 

    To take the Rajasthani Shoe business from online to offline, a multi-channel approach can be adopted.

    • Establish physical stores in key locations to increase accessibility and visibility.

    • Collaborate with local retailers or distributors to expand the offline presence.

    • Organize pop-up shops or participate in trade shows to showcase the products.

    • Implement effective marketing strategies to create awareness about the offline s...

  • Answered by AI
Round 2 - HR 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Location Preference
  • Q2. Other offers
Round 3 - Technical 

(4 Questions)

  • Q1. Details on previous work experience
  • Q2. Market entry of New Energy Bars. Similar to the first interview.
  • Q3. Why product management?
  • Ans. 

    Product management combines my passion for technology, problem-solving, and customer-centricity.

    • I enjoy working with cross-functional teams to bring innovative products to market.

    • Product management allows me to use my analytical skills to identify market opportunities and drive product strategy.

    • I am motivated by the challenge of balancing user needs, business goals, and technical feasibility.

    • I find satisfaction in seei...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q4. Why inmobi?
  • Ans. 

    Inmobi is a leading global mobile advertising platform with a strong track record of innovation and success.

    • Inmobi has a strong reputation in the mobile advertising industry

    • They have a proven track record of innovation and success

    • Inmobi offers a dynamic and fast-paced work environment

    • The company values collaboration and encourages employee growth

    • Inmobi provides opportunities to work with top-tier clients and cutting-ed

  • Answered by AI

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - If you do not have prior coding experience, prepare to be grilled on why do you suddenly want to move into this kind of role. Even though coding is not required for a PM role, it helps to gain traction with developers. Have a good answer ready

Round 1- The duration of the interview was 1 hour.

Round 2- The duration of the interview was 5 mins

Round 3 - This round lasted for 1 hour.
Interview experience
5
Excellent
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
Less than 2 weeks
Result
Selected Selected

I applied via Campus Placement and was interviewed before Mar 2023. There were 3 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Assignment 

Build a social product for house parties

Round 2 - One-on-one 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Guess the number of youtube videos streamed in a day
  • Ans. 

    It is estimated that over 5 billion videos are streamed on YouTube every day.

    • YouTube is one of the most popular video streaming platforms globally

    • The platform has over 2 billion logged-in monthly users

    • Many users watch multiple videos per day, contributing to the high number of streams

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. Explain the recommendation logic used in the case study
  • Ans. 

    The recommendation logic in the case study is based on user preferences, past behavior, and machine learning algorithms.

    • User preferences are collected through surveys, ratings, and interactions with the product.

    • Past behavior includes purchase history, browsing history, and interactions with similar products.

    • Machine learning algorithms analyze the data to predict user preferences and recommend products accordingly.

  • Answered by AI
Round 3 - Technical 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. How do website rendering happens
  • Ans. 

    Website rendering is the process of displaying web content on a browser by interpreting HTML, CSS, and JavaScript.

    • When a user enters a URL, the browser sends a request to the server for the website's files.

    • The server responds with the HTML, CSS, and JavaScript files needed to render the website.

    • The browser parses the HTML to create the Document Object Model (DOM) and the CSS to create the CSS Object Model (CSSOM).

    • The D...

  • Answered by AI

Skills evaluated in this interview

Interview experience
5
Excellent
Difficulty level
-
Process Duration
-
Result
-
Round 1 - Assignment 

Overnight assignment on the product interviewed for

Round 2 - Case Study 

Case study on the competitor

Interview experience
5
Excellent
Difficulty level
-
Process Duration
-
Result
-
Round 1 - Case Study 

Case is direct, discussed my submission

Round 2 - Technical 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Asked metrics question

Interview Questionnaire 

3 Questions

  • Q1. How would you go about creating a 3 year product roadmap for Instagram.
  • Ans. 

    To create a 3-year product roadmap for Instagram, I would focus on user needs, market trends, and business goals.

    • Conduct user research to identify pain points and areas for improvement

    • Analyze market trends and competitor strategies to stay ahead of the curve

    • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align on business goals and priorities

    • Prioritize features and initiatives based on impact and feasibility

    • Regularly review...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. Strategy question - Why do you reckon PhonePe got a 9 Billion dollar valuation recently.
  • Ans. 

    PhonePe's 9 billion dollar valuation is due to its innovative digital payment solutions and strategic partnerships.

    • PhonePe's user-friendly interface and seamless integration with popular e-commerce platforms like Flipkart and Ola have contributed to its success.

    • The company's focus on expanding its merchant network and offering cashback incentives to users has also helped it gain a competitive edge.

    • PhonePe's ability to ...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q3. Assignment - A logistics company collecting payments and describing certain problems different users face.
  • Ans. 

    As a Product Manager for a logistics company, I would collect payments and address user problems.

    • Identify common payment issues and streamline payment process

    • Gather feedback from users to understand their problems and pain points

    • Develop solutions to improve user experience and increase customer satisfaction

    • Implement tracking and reporting tools to monitor payment and user issues

    • Collaborate with cross-functional teams t...

  • Answered by AI

Interview Preparation Tips

Razorpay interview Preparation:What tips would you give to other job seekers? - Tip for Q3-
The assignment is to try to come up with product solutions for those problems - describe the thought process used to arrive at the solution, create a launch plan for the product, and what metrics one would consider for a product manager, engineering manager and Customer support manager for this product.

I applied via Approached by Company and was interviewed in Nov 2022. There were 2 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Resume Shortlist 
Pro Tip by AmbitionBox:
Keep your resume crisp and to the point. A recruiter looks at your resume for an average of 6 seconds, make sure to leave the best impression.
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Round 2 - HR 

(3 Questions)

  • Q1. What animal do you relate yourself with. ?
  • Ans. 

    I relate myself to a lion.

    • I am confident and assertive like a lion.

    • I am a natural leader and take charge of situations.

    • I am fiercely protective of my team and their success.

    • I have a strong presence and command respect.

    • I am strategic and calculated in my decision-making.

    • I am adaptable and can thrive in different environments.

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. What is the role requirement
  • Ans. 

    The role requirement for a Product Manager is to oversee the development and management of a product throughout its lifecycle.

    • Develop and execute product strategies and roadmaps

    • Gather and analyze market research and customer feedback

    • Collaborate with cross-functional teams (engineering, design, marketing)

    • Define product requirements and prioritize features

    • Monitor product performance and make data-driven decisions

    • Ensure t

  • Answered by AI
  • Q3. How many minimum lines you need to cut a cake into 3 pieces
  • Ans. 

    Two lines are enough to cut a cake into 3 pieces.

    • You need to make two cuts in the cake to get three pieces.

    • The first cut should be made horizontally across the middle of the cake.

    • The second cut should be made vertically through the center of the cake.

    • This will give you three equal pieces of cake.

  • Answered by AI

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - As per my feeling, this company takes interviews to get information about competitors and not for actual hiring. So just be sure there is real intention of hiring. Mostly interviews would be conducted by junior guys who will just ask anything under the sun.

I applied via Campus Placement

Round 1 - HR 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. All the rounds were regarding the resume and previous work experience. There were a few behavioral questions asked based on the previous scenarios that were encountered. Fun interview experience

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Be prepared with whatever you mention in your resume, they might take a small thing that showed up and then get into detail.
Interview experience
2
Poor
Difficulty level
Hard
Process Duration
2-4 weeks
Result
Not Selected

I was interviewed in May 2024.

Round 1 - One-on-one 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Card payment workflow, tokenisation and its GTM.
  • Q2. Affordability and brand emi GTM.

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - They want employees who can replace or fill in existing vacancies instead of PMs who can lead and innovate.

Hiver Interview FAQs

How many rounds are there in Hiver Associate Product Manager interview?
Hiver interview process usually has 4 rounds. The most common rounds in the Hiver interview process are Aptitude Test, Assignment and One-on-one Round.

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