I applied through a recruiter. The process took 3 weeks. I interviewed at Salesforce (Pleasanton, CA) in Mar 2022
Interview
The interview process for a Director of Software Engineering at Salesforce involves multiple stages, including an initial phone screening, technical and leadership assessments, onsite or virtual interviews with various stakeholders, a case study or presentation, and cultural fit and values interviews, often culminating in a final round with senior executives. Candidates have shared that the process is rigorous, with a strong emphasis on both technical expertise and leadership capabilities. They noted that the technical interviews included coding exercises and system design questions, while leadership interviews focused on team management and strategic initiatives. Additionally, candidates highlighted the importance of aligning with Salesforce’s core values, emphasizing trust, customer success, innovation, and equality. The final executive interview often assesses the candidate’s vision for the role and long-term goals. Overall, thorough preparation and a clear alignment with Salesforce’s values are key to succeeding in this comprehensive interview process.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
How would you design a fault-tolerant system for a mission-critical application?
I applied through an employee referral. I interviewed at Salesforce (San Francisco, CA) in May 2017
Interview
Schedule provided in advance. Interviewers included members of related IT functions and business stakeholders. 6 interviews for Round 1 with hiring manager, and Director and Manager levels; 5 interviews for Round 2 with VP/SVP/EVP level
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
Which (and how many) software implementations have you led and/or been involved in?