Linear interviews
Linear interviewsWork trial scope, feedback and review
A paid project with a team
“For all roles, the final stage is a paid work trial.”
Doug ParkerTalent, Linear
Confirm the project limit
Linear’s 2026 guide describes a two-to-five-day final project with a small team. It says the daily rate is shared in advance. Confirm what the agreed trial covers.
ExampleA check-in belongs to the candidate
“Check-ins are candidate-led because we want to see their ownership and readiness to course-correct.”
Linear authorsNathalie Alex and five coauthors
Show what changed
Linear’s 2023 account describes a candidate-led check-in. Show the current work, what changed and which question needs an answer.
ExampleThe review includes how you worked
“How does this person collaborate, communicate?”
Cristina CordovaChief Operating Officer, Linear
Explain the decision behind the artifact
Cordova describes how the team observes the candidate’s response to disagreement. Explain the evidence behind your choice and how feedback changed it.
ExampleLast reviewed