Learnings from Conducting 1,000 Interviews at Amazon

Published on 21.04.2026

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Learnings from conducting ~1,000 interviews at Amazon

TLDR: Steve Huynh, a former Amazon Principal Engineer, shares insights from conducting nearly 1,000 interviews, emphasizing that behavioral interviews often decide hiring outcomes more than technical skills. He highlights the common mistake of over-preparing technically while neglecting soft skills, and provides practical advice on story delivery and understanding company fit.

Learnings from conducting ~1,000 interviews at Amazon