How we hire

Being open and transparent about what you can expect during the hiring process is key to ensuring a good match. In hiring the best Elasticians we can, we recognize the importance of diverse perspectives and experiences, and implementing a fair hiring process is the essential first step.

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Application

Quality over quantity: Apply only to roles you are truly interested in and that align with your experience. Take the time to tailor your resume/CV to the open role you are applying for, and be specific about projects you have worked on or managed. Cover letters are not required, but we welcome anything you can provide to help us learn more about you!

Interviews

Come to the interview prepared to talk about your previous experience and your motivations for joining Elastic. Don't be afraid to ask questions — both sides need to be a great match. If you don't understand a question, ask the interviewer to clarify. We want you to put your best foot forward.

Recruiter screen

Expected duration: 30 minutes

Our recruitment team will arrange a brief phone interview or Zoom interview. Consider it an introduction and an opportunity to address any queries you may have prior to advancing to the formal interview phase.

Department interview

Department-based interviews involve multiple rounds of interviews where you interact with various stakeholders within the department you are applying to join.

Expected duration: 45–90 minutes

  • Peer-to-peer, hiring manager, panel, and leadership interviews

    These interviews provide a comprehensive assessment of your fit for the role and the team's dynamics and ensure alignment with the department's goals and culture.

  • Panel presentation

    You may be asked to participate in a panel presentation interview focused on sales experience. You are given the opportunity to showcase your skills through role-playing scenarios and product demonstrations. This format aims to provide a realistic simulation of your potential performance in the role.

Technical assessment

For some positions, you may be asked to complete an online skills assessment or share your portfolio for review. This step is meant to help us understand the depth of your capabilities and strengths. Some examples of technical assessments include:

Expected duration: 60–90 minutes

  • Technical deep dive

    You will engage in an in-depth discussion with an Elastician to thoroughly assess your technical expertise across all products offered by the company. This format aims to provide a comprehensive understanding of your knowledge, skills, and problem-solving abilities related to the company's offerings.

  • Covering a range of areas

    Throughout the interview, you may cover a range of technical areas, including product knowledge, architectural understanding, technical abilities, problem solving skills, and collaboration and communication style.

  • Technical assessment tool

    In a coding exercise, you are presented with a coding problem or challenge and are required to solve it within a specified time frame while a proctor observes and evaluates your performance.

Offer

After the interview process is done, we will meet internally and review everything from your application and interviews. If we decide you are the best candidate for the role, a recruiter will reach out with an offer.

We will do our best to follow up within a few days, but the process may take longer if multiple candidates are interviewing for the same role.

Onboarding

Once you have accepted an offer, we will reach out with information on compensation and benefits, a start date, and other details to bring you in as a new Elastician!

Frequently asked questions

Does Elastic take employee referrals?

Have a former coworker, college roommate, family member, or even best friend that works for Elastic? Let them know which open role you are interested in and provide an updated copy of your resume/CV. They can take care of the rest!

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