Empirical - Freelance Tech Interviewer

The role

You will conduct structured technical and behavioral interviews for senior and lead-level engineers. You will assess candidates' problem-solving, communication, and technical proficiency using standardized guides and rubrics.

What you will do

• Conduct structured technical and behavioral interviews for senior- and lead-level engineers.
• Assess alignment with Empirical’s values and client expectations.
• Evaluate technical proficiency, problem-solving approach, and communication clarity.
• Use Empirical’s standardized guides, rubrics, and live coding challenges.
• Document insights and provide written feedback.
• Collaborate with the Talent Acquisition team to refine rubrics and maintain consistent standards.
• Report to Empirical’s Engineering Manager to align on technical scope and interview quality.

Required qualifications

• Senior or Lead Engineer with strong, hands-on product development experience.
• Passion for mentoring, evaluating, and supporting other engineers.
• Clear and empathetic communicator with a pragmatic, solution-oriented mindset.
• Fluent in English (written and verbal).
• Flexibility/Availability to conduct 1–1.5-hour interviews on weekdays within LATAM or US Eastern working hours.
• Alignment with Empirical’s values: care, value, and integrity.

Nice to have

• Experience interviewing, hiring, or mentoring engineers.
• Background in teaching, bootcamps, or technical mentorship.
• Experience working in early-stage or high-growth startups.

Benefits

• Fully remote, flexible work
• Competitive compensation in USD for each interview completed
• Opportunity to collaborate with top-tier engineers across Latin America and the US
• Be part of Empirical’s mission to shape AI-enabled, high-impact product teams
• Join a multicultural community of builders

Before you apply

• Only candidates based in LATAM will be considered

About the company

Empirical empowers early and growth stage tech companies to create the right products in the right way. They provide Product & Technology Leadership and Product Development Teams.