Archive · 15 Aug 2025
OpenAI Staff Member's Tips to Ace AI Job Interviews
Bas van Opheusden, who recently got a job at OpenAI, wrote a guide to help people ace AI job interviews.
He says it's important to know what the hiring manager wants and what the team is like.
During interviews, take notes and make it look like you are looking at the interviewer by moving the video to the side.
Be ready for changes like quick deadlines.
When talking about how much you'll get paid, know what's fair.
In the technical part, explain your thinking step-by-step.
Also, keep your workspace tidy to avoid getting distracted.
Bas van Opheusden, a new OpenAI technical staff member, shared interview advice.
He provided a guide on interview strategies, coding techniques, and compensation.
Van Opheusden recommends understanding the hiring manager's priorities.
He suggests preparing for unexpected interview process changes and tight deadlines.
Focus on clear problem-solving and organized workspace in interviews.
- Who
- Bas van Opheusden, a technical staff member at OpenAI.
- What
- Bas van Opheusden shared job interview advice for AI positions.
- When
- Recently
- Where
- In a post on X
- Why
- To help others succeed in AI job interviews.
Candidate Preparation
Employer Practices
Compensation
Candidate Preparation
Candidates should research industry standards for fair compensation.
Employer Practices
Employers sometimes rush decisions and make fast deadlines.
- Author
- Bas van Opheusden
- Role
- Technical Staff Member
- Company
- OpenAI
- Advice Type
- AI Job Interview