Q: How is Sourcegraph doing from a financial standpoint?
A: Choosing to join a company is a significant commitment. We want people to have an accurate view of Sourcegraph's financial and business position before they join. (Every Sourcegraph team member after they join has regular access to this information on our Google Drive, and they can ask the CEO directly if they have any other questions.)
Hiring managers: If you're asked a question like this and you aren't 100% confident about the answer, please pass the question to the VP Talent and VP Operations.
What is the company's latest valuation? (We share this when we give you the offer.)
What percentage of the company does my option grant represent? (We share this when we give you the offer.)
What is the total number of fully diluted shares? (You can calculate this from the number of options in your grant and the percentage that represents, but we're also happy to share this number.)
Other details about options. (These are covered in the employment paperwork you will receive.)
Here are some other questions that candidates have asked (e.g., in the CEO interview):
What is the current runway and the monthly burn rate?
A: Yes, Sourcegraph is an all-remote company. Unless indicated explicitly in the job description, we are a remote-first company and do not have a preference regarding your location. You can read more about our all-remote philosophy, as well as our path to all remote and tips for working remotely here.
Q: When can I expect to hear feedback?
A: We aim to respond to all applications within 5 business days of your application date. If you are a candidate in our interview process, you can expect to hear from us within 3 business days. If you would like a status update on your candidacy, please contact your recruiter or email [email protected].
Q: Why does Sourcegraph record interviews?
A: We use BrightHire, an interview recording tool, to record all interviews. We do this because we believe that candidates should be assessed based on merit, not our memory (did you know that one hour after an interview, memory recall of the conversation declines to 44%?). BrightHire allows us to revisit key details, revise initial impressions, and replace implicit bias with explicit evidence. It brings structure and consistency to each interview and ensures that every candidate gets the opportunity they deserve. Have questions? To read our FAQ, click here.
Q: What should I wear to an interview?
A: We are a casual company and we encourage you to dress comfortably!
Q: Does Sourcegraph check references?
A: Yes. We will send you a reference request form via Greenhouse, and we will never check your references without your explicit consent. You can read more about our reference check process here.
Q: Do you provide Visa sponsorship?
A: You can learn more about our Visa policy here. If you have any questions, please email [email protected].
Offer Letter FAQs
Q: If I create or work on a personal project or invention outside working hours, will Sourcegraph own those under the contract?
A: Sourcegraph will not own your personal projects or inventions made outside your working hours unless those projects or inventions are made in connection with, relate to, or result from Sourcegraph’s business or the work you perform for Sourcegraph. Please review the applicable IP Matters section of your agreement.
Q: In the List of Prior Inventions and Original Works of Authorship exhibit, do I have to list everything I’ve been working on or plan to work on (including side projects, startups), or just projects related to Sourcegraph’s business?
A: If there's overlap between your projects and Sourcegraph's business (for example: code search, batch changes, code intelligence, code insights, etc.), go ahead and list them. Sourcegraph’s legal team can't advise you what to list. But you can review the definitions outlined in the exhibit and decide if there’s anything you want to list. If you're still not sure, you can consider consulting a lawyer.