Interview Process
Logistics
Confirm Your Interview Location
Double check your interview confirmation for address and timing. (Two Sigma New York has two buildings on opposite sides of the street).
Be Mindful Of Time
Leave yourself some cushion time to account for bad traffic or unforeseen delays.
Bring Your ID
You’ll be required to show ID at the reception desk when you check into the building, so make sure to bring one and allow for extra time.
Have Your Resume Handy
If you update your resume just prior to your interview, make sure to email it to us in advance or bring copies.
Check-In
Check-In At The Front Desk Before Joining Us In Our Space*
When you get to our office, you’ll first be greeted by reception in the lobby of our building. They’ll let our Candidate Experience Coordinator (or “CEC”, for short) know you’ve arrived. The CEC will meet you on our Two Sigma reception floor, show you around, and serve as your guide throughout your day. Please let your CEC know if you have any time constraints that your interviewers should be aware of.
*We have moved to a virtual interview model due to COVID-19. Virtual check-in instructions will be sent via e-mail the day before your scheduled interview.
Different Interview Approaches
Everyone has their own interview style
Some of the people you meet may ask more behavioral-based interview questions, while others may prefer to work through a case study or problem.
30 to 60 Minute Interviews
If your interviews cumulatively stretch for more than three hours, we will make sure you get a break to recharge, stretch your legs and get a snack from our kitchen
If you need to use the restroom at any point, just let your interviewer or CEC know and excuse yourself.
Respect For Your Time
If after a few interviews we feel we don’t have the right position for you at Two Sigma, your time with us may be shorter than the slot originally allotted
Don’t find this discouraging. While we may not have found a fit for you now, we will keep your information on file and contact you in the future should a more suitable position present itself.
Clarity On Next Steps
We’ll try to let you know about any next steps
We’ll try to let you know about any next steps at the end of your interviews and when you can expect to hear from us. Always ask us any questions you may have.
Technical Interviews: Software Engineering
Technical Interviews: Quantitative Research & Data Science
Dress Comfortably
We don’t have a dress code. Folks come to work in anything from a suit to jeans and a t-shirt – the same goes for you. We recommend wearing what you feel is appropriate and comfortable.
Think Through Your Story
We want to hear about your failures just as much as your successes. In both cases we’re most interested in what you’ve learned from them.
Be Prepared With Questions
Interviews are a two-way conversation, so feel free to bring questions and look forward to a good discussion.
Relax
We know interviewing can be a nerve-wracking experience. If you’re nervous, just tell us. We want you to feel as relaxed and comfortable as possible.