For us, hiring works both ways. We're evaluating fit just as much as you are. We want to understand your experience, skills, and potential while giving you the chance to learn more about us, the role, and the people you could be working with.

While the stages may differ depending on the position and the company within the Source ecosystem, there are a few steps you can generally expect.

1. A short conversation with our recruiter

The first step is usually a screening call with a recruiter.

It’s a chance for us to better understand your experience, what you’re looking for, and whether the role could be a good match. We’ll also tell you more about the position, the team, and what to expect from the process.

This isn’t about having the “right” answers. It’s about making sure we’re aligned on the basics, from your experience and expectations to what the role can offer you.

How to prepare: Take another look at the job description and think about which parts of your experience are most relevant. It's also important to come in with a good understanding of a brand, its products, and the ecosystem it's part of. And come with questions. This is your opportunity to find out more about us, too.

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2. A practical or technical task

For many roles, the process includes a task designed to give you a chance to demonstrate how you approach real-world problems.

For technical roles, this may include a live coding or technical task. We’re not only interested in the final result. We want to understand how you think, how you approach a problem, and how you make decisions along the way.

A good approach is often a simple one. Focus on what the task is asking you to solve rather than trying to demonstrate everything you know. If you have questions or need clarification, just ask!

Depending on the role, the task may take a different form, such as a case study, presentation, practical exercise, or another way to demonstrate your expertise.

3. Meeting the hiring manager

After successfully completing the task, you’ll usually meet with the hiring manager. Depending on the role and location, this may be in person or online.

This is where the conversation goes deeper into the role itself. You can expect to talk about your experience, your approach to your work, the challenges you’ve faced, and what you’re looking to take on next.

You may also discuss the task you completed earlier in the process. For some roles, this includes walking us through your approach, explaining your decisions, or presenting your solution. This gives us a chance to understand your thinking in more detail and gives you an opportunity to talk through the work you've done.

It's also an opportunity to meet the person you could be working with. The hiring manager will share more about the role, the team, and what they're looking for, and you'll get a better sense of their expectations and the day-to-day working environment.

4. What happens Next?

From here, the stages depend on the role.

Some positions may include additional conversations or interviews, while others may have a shorter journey. Each role is tailored to what we need to understand, so we can focus on the skills, experience, and expertise that matter most for the position.

We’ll keep you informed along the way and let you know what to expect at each stage, so you always have a clear picture of where things stand throughout the hiring process.

What do we look for beyond your CV?

Experience and technical skills matter. But they’re only part of the picture. We’re interested in how you think, how you learn, and how you work with others.

We look for curiosity and a genuine desire to keep developing your expertise. We value ownership, initiative, and the ability to work through ambiguity. Clear communication matters too, as does staying open to different approaches and perspectives.

Because our companies operate in fast-moving areas of data, AI, and technology, we also value an interest in what’s happening beyond your immediate role. We want you to understand where your field is going, explore new possibilities, and stay curious about what might come next.

A few tips for your interview

The best preparation is usually about understanding your own experience and being ready to talk about it clearly.

• Revisit the role

Read the job description again and identify the responsibilities and skills that connect most closely with your experience.

Think of a few concrete examples you can talk about. These could be situations where you solved a difficult problem, took ownership, learned something new, or had to make a decision.

• Be ready to explain how you think

Don’t just tell us what you did. Tell us why you did it.

What options did you consider? What trade-offs did you make? What would you do differently now?

Whether you’re discussing a past project, solving a problem, or working through a task, we’re interested in your approach as much as the final answer.

• Don’t overcomplicate things

Focus on what’s being asked rather than trying to show everything you know. You don’t need to give the perfect answer or demonstrate every skill you have.

The same applies to technical or practical tasks. Focus on the problem you’re being asked to solve, explain your thinking, and choose an approach that makes sense for the situation.

• Ask questions

Good questions help both sides.

Ask about the team, the challenges you would be working on, how success is measured, what the first months in the role might look like, or what the team is currently trying to solve.

You’re getting to know us, too.

• Be honest

If there’s something in the job description that you haven’t worked with before, you don’t need to hide it.

Tell us what you do know, where the gap is, and how you would approach learning it. We’re interested in both your potential and your existing expertise.

If the role you applied for isn’t the right match

Sometimes, the role you applied for simply isn’t the right match. But that doesn’t always mean the conversation ends there.

If we see another opportunity within the Source ecosystem that could be a better fit for you, we may reach out to explore it with you. We'd also encourage you to keep an eye on future openings and apply again if something else catches your interest.