The process at Counsel, 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 Counsel's career page and public data sources. Linked figures open their source or a fuller breakdown.
Full Counsel 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] REAL QUESTIONS
16 likely questions inferred from Counsel's open roles and company profile.
What tools and technologies have you used for cloud infrastructure management? Can you provide an example of how you optimized a cloud-based system?
How do the values of Counsel align with your personal and professional values? Can you provide examples?
What attracted you to Counsel and how do you see yourself contributing to our mission of multiplying healthcare capacity?
Describe a time when you had to make a difficult decision with limited information. How did you approach it, and what was the result?
Can you describe a time when you had to lead a team through a significant change or challenge? What was your approach, and what was the outcome?
Why do you believe AI will play a crucial role in the future of healthcare, and how do you see yourself contributing to that vision at Counsel?
What attracted you to Counsel Health, and how do you see your values aligning with our mission to multiply the world's healthcare capacity?
Tell me about a challenging situation you faced while working on a product development team. How did you handle it, and what was the outcome?
Describe a time when you had to make a difficult decision with limited data. What was your approach, and what did you learn from the experience?
Can you explain the differences between microservices and monolithic architecture? Which do you prefer for infrastructure projects and why?
Can you explain your understanding of AI-native applications and how they can impact healthcare delivery?
What tools and technologies have you used to implement ETL processes? How did you choose the right tools for your projects?
How do you ensure the reliability and scalability of backend infrastructure in a fast-paced environment? Can you share an example?
What experience do you have with building and maintaining analytics data models? Can you walk us through a specific project?
What experience do you have with building and maintaining ETL pipelines? Can you walk us through a project where you implemented one?
How do you approach designing a semantic layer for analytics data models? What key considerations do you take into account?
Use the STAR method: describe the Situation, the Task you faced, the specific Action you took, and the measurable Result. Aim for 60-90 seconds with one concrete metric. Practice it out loud before the interview so it flows naturally; the same structure works for every question above.
[04] APPLY LOGISTICS
Counsel runs hiring on Ashby, so the application form is hosted there. Keep your contact details and work history consistent with your resume.
A modern, all-in-one recruiting platform built for high-growth companies. Ashby combines ATS, CRM, scheduling, and analytics into a single product.
Scoutify checks Counsel's career page for new roles, so you can have Sniper apply to Counsel's next opening that fits your filters, usually minutes after it goes up on Ashby. Sniper sends one application per posting, and the employer's confirmation email for most applications lands in Scoutify Mail.
ATS identified from the application URLs on Counsel's recent postings
[05] PEOPLE ALSO ASK
Counsel does not explicitly mention visa sponsorship in its job postings. If you are an international candidate interested in applying, it's advisable to reach out directly to the HR department for clarification on their policy regarding visa sponsorship.
The salary range for positions at Counsel is between $161,666 and $200,833, based on the disclosed salaries from current job postings. This range indicates a competitive compensation structure that reflects the skills and experience required for roles within the company.
The interview process at Counsel typically includes questions that assess your leadership skills, ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams, and decision-making capabilities under pressure. For instance, you might be asked to describe a time you led a team through a challenge or resolved a conflict within your team, which helps gauge your fit for the company culture.
Scoutify currently lists 6 open roles at Counsel. Follow the job links to check requirements and apply on the employer's career site.
[06] 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.
[07] PREP TIPS
[08] 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.
Practice designing an end-to-end patient flow for a telehealth question, from first contact through a referral. Note the design decisions for trust and clarity.
The Product Designer (Consumer) role involves designing the patient experience end-to-end, from a patient's first question through prescriptions and referrals.
Source postingBuild a small reusable base class for a stream consumer or cron job and document how other engineers would use it.
The Infrastructure Engineer (Backend) role involves building an abstract base stream consumer or cron executor for widespread use.
Source postingThe current posting asks for:
- You have 2+ year of experience owning and initiating research agendas.
Read the employer’s full posting · Posted 2026-08-28
Sources reviewed 2026-10-19.
[09] FAQ
These answers draw on current listings and the available sources for Counsel.
Counsel does not explicitly mention visa sponsorship in its job postings. If you are an international candidate interested in applying, it's advisable to reach out directly to the HR department for clarification on their policy regarding visa sponsorship.
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