Formation

What it does

Formation is technical interview preparation aimed at experienced software engineers. It offers adaptive practice across algorithms, system design and AI fluency, plus unlimited mock interviews and mentorship from staff-level engineers at top companies. Support continues through job matching, negotiation and career coaching until the candidate signs an offer.

How to use: Apply for the Formation SWE Fellowship. Once accepted, the AI-powered platform will benchmark your skills and personalize your interview prep. You'll receive technical mentorship, career coaching, and mock interviews until you land a job offer.

Core features

• ✦Adaptive drills targeting your target-company skill gaps
• ✦Mock interviews with FAANG+ senior and staff engineers
• ✦Unlimited technical mentorship and feedback
• ✦Coverage of 16 interview types including AI-assisted rounds
• ✦Career coaching, resume review and negotiation support
• ✦Job matching and sourced open positions

Use cases

• →Prepare for senior software engineering interviews
• →Practice system design and coding rounds with mentors
• →Get negotiation help to maximize an offer
• →Land a higher-paying SWE role in a tough market