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Careers>Hiring Journey

A hiring experiencedesigned around you.

At Orlight, we believe hiring should feel clear, thoughtful and people-focused. From the first conversation to your first day, we'll guide you through a transparent journey that helps us understand your strengths - and helps you decide if Orlight is the place you'll thrive.

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Weeks, average process

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Clear stages, no surprises

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Feedback at every stage

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Why join us

“The interview felt like a conversation, not an interrogation. I knew where I stood at every step.”

Mia — Spec Sales, joined 2025

What to expect

Transparent fromstart to finish.

We know every candidate journey is different. Throughout each stage we’ll communicate openly about timelines, expectations and next steps - so you’re informed, prepared, and supported along the way.

Clear communication

You’ll always know where you are in the process - no silent black holes.

Respect for your time

Tight timelines, prompt scheduling, and no unnecessary stages.

A human approach

Conversations, not interrogations. We want to meet the real you.

Honest feedback

Whatever the outcome, we’ll close the loop and tell you why.

The journey

Five clear stages,designed for clarity.

Our process is collaborative, structured and refined to give every candidate the same fair experience — whether you're joining design, engineering, sales or operations. Here's exactly what happens, and when.

01

Apply

5–10 minutes

Submit your application through our careers platform. A CV and a short note on why Orlight is all we need to get started.

What to expect

Application review within 1–2 weeks and confirmation either way.

02

HR Interview

30–45 min · Video

An introductory conversation focused on getting to know you, your motivations and what you are looking for next.

What to expect

A relaxed conversation about your journey, values and goals.

03

Test Assignment

2–4 hrs · At your pace

Depending on the role, you may be invited to complete a short, practical task that reflects the work you would actually do.

What to expect

Clear instructions, realistic timelines and constructive feedback.

04

Team Lead Interview

60 min · On-site or video

Meet members of the team and explore how your experience maps to the role, the projects and the people you would work alongside.

What to expect

Open discussions around problem solving, teamwork and craft.

05

Decision

Within 1 week

If there's a strong fit on both sides, we'll move quickly to an offer and start planning your onboarding.

What to expect

Timely communication, feedback and full transparency.

Most candidates complete the journey within 3–4 weeks.

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Common questions

Everything you might be wondering.

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Common questions

Applying

Browse our open positions and submit your application through the role that best matches your experience and interests. Once you've applied, you'll receive a confirmation email and our People team will review your application.

Yes. If you feel your skills align with multiple opportunities, you're welcome to apply for more than one position. We recommend focusing on the roles that best match your experience and career goals.

We're always interested in meeting talented people. Join our talent community or keep an eye on future openings as new opportunities become available regularly.

Interviews

While the process may vary by role, it typically includes an initial conversation with our People team, one or more interviews with hiring managers and team members, and a final stage focused on collaboration, skills, and cultural fit.

Some roles may include a practical task, portfolio review, or presentation. If this applies to your position, we'll provide clear guidance and plenty of time to prepare.

Most interviews are conducted remotely via video call. Depending on the role and location, we may invite candidates to meet the team in person during the later stages of the process.

After the offer

We aim to provide updates within a few business days after each interview stage. If there are any delays, we'll keep you informed throughout the process.

Before your first day we'll set up your equipment, introduce your team and share a structured plan for your first few weeks, so you can settle in and start contributing quickly.

Every new joiner is paired with a buddy and a manager who stay hands-on. Ongoing mentoring, training and clear progression paths are part of the culture from day one.

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Discover our open roles and find out where your talents fit within the Orlight family.

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