Airtel Product Management Interview Questions.
In this post, we share insights from Nishu, an Airtribe alumnus, who successfully landed a Senior Product Manager role at Airtel. Gain valuable tips and perspectives from her interview experiences, particularly helpful for those in the midst of job interviews
Q: Nishu, how did you discover this opportunity at Airtel?
Nishu: My job search included platforms like LinkedIn, Instahyre, Naukri, and getting referrals from friends. It was on LinkedIn where I came across the opportunity at Airtel.
Q: Can you share your strategy for preparing for the interview?
Nishu: I leveraged Airtribe’s Product Management Launchpad to solidify my foundational knowledge. Additionally, I participated in mock interviews through Stellar Peers and Airtribe, and also used Exponent as a resource for my interview preparation.
Q: How many interview rounds were there?
Nishu: Apart from an HR round, I underwent three major interviews. The first round was focused on my past experiences and product thinking, including scenarios like assessing a city's happiness quotient and a Netflix-based root cause analysis. The second round was centered around Product Thinking and System Design. The final round was a behavioral assessment based on my past experiences, complemented by an assignment related to an ongoing product within the Airtel ecosystem.
Q: What skills do you consider essential for a Product Manager in an interview setting?
Nishu: Problem-solving and structured thinking are key. Additionally, skills in stakeholder management, negotiation, and staying abreast of market trends are important.
Tips for Aspiring Product Managers by Nishu
- Focus on Problem-Solving and Articulation: Sharpen your ability to dissect problems and articulate solutions.
- Practice Regularly: This improves your skills and prepares you for various scenarios.
- Participate in Mock Interviews: They are critical for self-improvement and gaining confidence.
- Be Patient and Persistent: Remember that skills mature over time and companies have diverse evaluation criteria. Staying motivated and patient is essential, particularly in the current market scenario.
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