The process at Joby Aviation, what each stage actually tests, and how candidates prep. Real questions where we have them, likely questions where we don't.
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[01] BY THE NUMBERS
Pulled straight from Joby Aviation's career page and public data sources. Linked figures open their source or a fuller breakdown.
Full Joby Aviation company profile[02] INTERVIEW PROCESS
The stages below describe the typical SWE loop. Product, Design, and Data loops differ; pick a role to see how it changes, or jump straight to real questions reported for that role.
Initial call to discuss your background, the role, and logistics.
Coding and/or system design questions relevant to the role.
Questions about your past experiences, teamwork, and problem-solving.
[03] APPLY LOGISTICS
Joby Aviation runs hiring on Icims, so the application form is hosted there. Keep your contact details and work history consistent with your resume.
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ATS identified from the application URLs on Joby Aviation's recent postings
[04] PEOPLE ALSO ASK
Scoutify currently lists 61 open roles at Joby Aviation. Follow the job links to check requirements and apply on the employer's career site.
The role requires at least 30% travel and the ability to work extended hours as required.
The role requires at least seven years in aerospace, autonomy, robotics, sensors or a closely related field, with significant ownership of a complex safety-critical system. It also requires hands-on knowledge of sensors, tracking, sensor fusion, collision avoidance and the well-clear concept.
[05] OVERVIEW
Tech company interviews typically include a mix of coding, system design, and behavioral rounds. The exact format varies by company size and role level.
[06] PREP TIPS
[07] PRACTICE
Use the requirements below to choose relevant examples from your work. For each example, explain the problem, your contribution and the result. Ask your recruiter which skills the interview will cover.
Create a fictional aircraft test schedule, then introduce an unexpected maintenance discrepancy. Rework dependencies and present recovery options, risks and effects on aircraft availability.
The Aircraft Technical Project Manager reassesses schedules after discrepancies and leads recovery planning after unplanned downtime.
Source postingCompare onboard and ground-based detect-and-avoid designs for a fictional aircraft. Define sensor acceptance criteria and a verification plan using simulation and flight testing.
The DAA Lead sets radar acceptance criteria and owns verification across architectures through simulation and flight testing.
Source postingReview a fictional software change against its certification plan. Identify missing evidence, draft an audit checklist and explain the findings in a short regulator briefing.
The Development Assurance Software DER role maintains compliance oversight documentation and represents software engineering before the FAA.
Source postingDraft a short announcement and executive Q&A for a fictional aviation milestone. Then revise them after a delay, explaining how you would address reputational concerns.
The Head of Public Relations develops communications materials and handles planning and responses for sensitive issues and crises.
Source postingThe current posting asks for:
Experience with electronics CAD (Altium preferred but other systems acceptable)
Experience making or testing or other hands on experience with actual hardware or software; especially personal project not related to work or school
Read the employer’s full posting · Posted 2026-10-19
The current posting asks for:
5+ years of experience in learning operations, program coordination, or a similar role supporting Learning & Development or People Team programs
Experience designing simple, repeatable processes or automated workflows
Experience managing or designing SharePoint sites and curating content
Read the employer’s full posting · Posted 2026-10-15
The current posting asks for:
Minimum 10 years of experience in Quality Assurance, QMS Management, or Regulatory Compliance.
Experience leading quality assurance operations in military aviation, commercial aerospace, or similarly regulated high-reliability environments.
Experience implementing or managing enterprise Quality Management Software (eQMS).
Read the employer’s full posting · Posted 2026-10-14
Sources reviewed 2026-10-14.
[08] FAQ
These answers draw on current listings and the available sources for Joby Aviation.
Scoutify currently lists 61 open roles at Joby Aviation. Follow the job links to check requirements and apply on the employer's career site.
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