Google Technical Writer Interview Questions and Answers

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So you want to work as a technical writer at Google? Google conducts 3-4 technical interviews before the final selection. The hiring process lasts for 3-6 months of screening the candidates before finally hiring the most skilled talent.
In this video, we provide a list of technical and non-technical questions asked at a Google interview. We pulled the questions from verified sources like Glassdoor and candidates who were interviewed at google for a technical writer’s seat. We also provided some tips on how you should answer these questions.
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[@daviddarner6858]

I just interviewed with Google and this was spot on. They also ask about Python and Java as well to see which teams you'd be valuable in joining (it also impacts overall compensation).

[@arnab20ghosh]

So which one has better compensation? Java or Python?

[@daviddarner6858]

@@arnab20ghosh you need both for the higher paid positions, but neither is required--it just dictates what team you'll be assigned to

[@JoshFechter-1]

That's great to hear!

[@emmanueleboh868]

Thank you for this. I have an interview coming up. This was helpful

[@jashunadkat1861]

This is really helpful. Could you kindly help with an effective way of responding to - How did you deal with difficult team members in the past?

[@bmon3518]

Hello, thanks for your helpful videos. I am in process of applying for a Senior Proposal Writer position, have passed 2 interviews and now have to take a 30 min writing test - all the info I have on this test is that it's a 'copywriting/editing test which others have found tricky. Are you able to please give me any pointers on what this might involve, and how I can revise? with much thanks in adv

[@navirazainab2680]

how can we deal with the problem of time constraints while having sessions with SMEs?

[@HighLanderPonyYT]

3 to 6 months is a lot of time to commit to something unsure.

[@matthewmercury1]

teehnucul writing.