Resume and Interview Tips and Resources

Resume

Keep it simple!

  • Recruiters and engineers will screen CVs
  • 1-2 pages maximum
  • If you have any links (e.g. a Github) - include them! 
  • Send us your resume in PDF format
  • Focus on results and impact - list metrics rather than long notes
  • Use bullet points

What does your audience want to know?

  • Recruiters: education, marks, experience
  • Engineers/interviewers: core skills, projects worked on
  • Publications/patents (PhDs)
Interviews and Technical Development.

Useful resources

  • Hone your skills: TopCoder.com, ProjectEuler.net, InterviewCake.com, CodeJam Kickstart
  • Check out the Technical Development Guide
  • Read Cracking the Coding Interview