What We Learned Hiring 33 Engineers in Two Weeks

DigitalOcean redefined their engineering hiring process to better reflect modern development practices by eliminating outdated steps and focusing on hands-on, collaborative build sessions. Candidates built prototypes using AI tools during interviews, enabling evaluators to assess real-world problem-solving skills. This approach not only improved the match between candidates and the company but also accelerated the hiring timeline, leading to quick onboarding and impactful contributions. The company believes this hiring strategy can attract better engineering talent for the future.