Dream Sports

1. Application and resume screening

Candidates typically apply through Jobaaj or Dream Sports' careers page, and recruiters shortlist profiles based on relevant product, engineering, or business experience. Strong problem-solving and a demonstrated interest in sports or consumer technology help applications stand out.

2. Recruiter screening call

A short call typically covers background, notice period, and basic understanding of Dream Sports' fantasy sports, media, and experiences businesses, along with initial expectations on compensation.

3. Online or technical assessment

Engineering and data candidates typically take an online coding or analytical test, while business and marketing candidates may complete a case-style exercise within a fixed time window.

4. Functional interview

A team lead evaluates role-specific skills, such as software engineering, product management, or business analysis, along with structured problem-solving and a review of past work.

5. Final round with hiring manager

A hiring manager assesses ownership, user-centric thinking, and fit with Dream Sports' fast-paced, sports-focused consumer technology culture over a detailed discussion.

6. HR discussion and offer

The last conversation covers compensation, location, and joining formalities, followed by document verification and a formal offer for suitable candidates.

Dream Sports' interview process typically has three to four rounds for most product, engineering, and business roles, with senior positions sometimes adding a further leadership discussion.

Round 1: Recruiter screening

A 20-30 minute call covers background, availability, and basic fit for the role and Dream Sports' sports-technology business, along with an overview of the team and role.

• Understanding of fantasy sports and sports-media business models
• Reasons for interest in Dream Sports specifically
• Basic awareness of the company's key brands and products

Round 2: Online or technical assessment

Engineering candidates typically take a coding test, while product and business candidates complete a case-style online exercise, lasting 45-60 minutes and completed remotely.

• Coding problems on data structures and algorithms for engineering roles
• Analytical questions on user engagement or growth for business roles
• Basic product-sense questions for product management roles

Round 3: Functional interview

A 30-45 minute discussion with a team lead covers role-specific skills relevant to product, engineering, or business functions, along with a review of relevant past projects.

• Designing a feature to increase user engagement during a major match
• Debugging a scalability issue during peak traffic
• Analysing why a feature's adoption might be lower than expected

Round 4: HR and manager round

The final round covers compensation, location, and joining formalities, typically lasting 20-30 minutes, before an offer is extended.

• Salary expectations and current notice period
• Long-term interest in sports technology and consumer products