How We Interview
A guide to Snap Inc. interviews
At Snap, interviews are more than conversations - they’re opportunities to connect, explore, and see how our values come to life. Discover how we approach interviewing and what matters most to us: our mission, our people, and the communities we serve.
Competency-Based Interviewing
Competency-based interviewing is a structured interviewing approach that assesses candidates based on their past experiences, behaviors, and skills in relation to specific requirements for the role.
At Snap, we call these requirements Craft & Value Competencies.
Craft & Values
Interviews will include at least two competencies:
A Snap value & a craft competency.
Values
Behavioral questions are always used to assess Values-Based Competencies.
Craft
Craft Competencies are assessed using either behavioral questions or demonstrations of skill.
S.A.I.L.
When answering behavioral questions, we’re interested in the following details:
Situation
What’s the background?
What problem needed to be solved?
Our Values in Action
Are you looking to make an impact while being Kind, Smart, and Creative?
Our values in action guide how we act, work, and show up, & they’re woven into our interview process
Kind
Smart
Creative
Courage
Steps up to address difficult issues, says what needs to be said.
Action Oriented
Takes on new opportunities and tough challenges with a sense of urgency.
Manages Ambiguity
Operates effectively, even when things are not certain or the way forward is not clear.
Empathy
Relates openly and is comfortable with diverse groups of people; seeks to understand different points of view.
Decision Quality
Makes good and timely decisions that keep the organization moving forward in support of our OKRs.
Cultivates Innovation
Creates new and better ways for the organization to be successful.
Instills Trust
Gains the confidence and trust of others through honesty and integrity.
Strategic Mind
Sees ahead of future opportunities and translates them into high impact strategies.
Insatiable Learning
Actively learns through experimentation when tackling new problems, using both success and failures for learning.
Got Questions?
We’ve Got Answers.
Here's what you might be wondering:
Do I need to have my camera on during the interview?
Yes, Snap has a “camera on” policy for virtual interviews. It helps us connect face-to-face and keeps the conversation more natural - very on-brand for us.
How should I dress for my interview?
Be yourself! Our team tends to dress casually, so wear whatever makes you feel comfortable and confident.
Will there be time for me to ask questions?
Absolutely! We always leave time for you to ask about our teams, culture, or the projects your interviewers are working on. Interviews are a two-way conversation. This is your chance to get to know us, too.
Can I use tools or external resources during my interview?
We want to see your own thought process, so unless specifically told you are allowed, external resources and the use of AI aren’t allowed during interviews. Just bring your problem-solving skills and your unique approach - that’s what we’re most interested in.
Do all interviews happen in one day?
It depends. We’ll work with you and your interviewers to find times that fit everyone’s schedule. Sometimes interviews are grouped into one day; other times, they’re spread out. Either way, we’ll make sure you have plenty of time to prepare.
Do you have to be a Snapchat user to interview?
We encourage you to check out all of our products, but you do not need to be a Snapchat user.
Is Snapchat your only product?
Not at all! Snap is a camera company with a growing family of products and platforms — from AR and Spectacles to Bitmoji and more. You can learn about everything we’re building on our Careers page.