I applied through a recruiter. The process took 1 day. I interviewed at iRobot (Bedford, MA)
Interview
Talked to 4 different people for a full day company visit. Was asked a lot about past projects and brought in samples of my work. Some technical questions on engineering principles. Some technical questions on their robots and what they do.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
How do our robots detect when they are approaching stairs or a ledge?
I applied through an employee referral. The process took 4 weeks. I interviewed at iRobot (Bedford, MA) in May 2011
Interview
Submitted my resume through a former colleague. Had several email exchanges to set up the interview and was provided a list of my interviewees. The experience was pleasant, brief, and formal. I had been warned that the hiring manager was looking for someone with very technical background. During the interview, this did not prove out (the hiring manager was not one of the first round interviewees). But it did eventually show to be the case as I was told this again by the hiring manager.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
Strategic questions about international marketing.
I applied online. The process took 4 weeks. I interviewed at iRobot in Jun 2012
Interview
Submitted Resume online. Recruiter contacted me via email to gather additional details, ask further qualifying questions. Then set up an on-site interview with the hiring manager. After interview, did not receive a callback.