Breaking Down Silos: The Power of Standardized Technical Interviews

Effectively integrating discrete, core organizational processes to achieve essential second-order outcomes is crucial for companies seeking to scale while maintaining high levels of operational efficiency.

When I first joined Shutterstock, I quickly noticed a peculiar phenomenon. Engineers who had been with the company for years, proving their abilities time and again, still had to undergo full interview loops when applying for internal transfers. It was as if their track record within the company counted for nothing. This situation wasn't just inefficient; it was demoralizing for the employees and created unnecessary friction between teams.

This scenario is far from unique to Shutterstock. Many engineering organizations face significant challenges due to non-standardized interview processes and/or the absence of formal, detailed leveling frameworks. The consequences of this "nonsense" can be far-reaching:

Erosion of trust: Teams don't trust that engineers from other teams have been adequately vetted, leading to siloed thinking and reduced collaboration

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