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Mariel Pelaez

Content Writer

Before joining IGotAnOffer, Mariel worked with B2B and B2C digital marketing agencies, creating content for clients across various industries, and continues to freelance on the side. As part of the team, she writes interview prep guides and resources to help candidates navigate the hiring process at top tech companies. Outside work, she enjoys running with her pup Millie, traveling, and listening to true crime podcasts.

Latest articles by Mariel Pelaez:

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How to Get a Job at Anthropic in 7 Steps (hard but possible!)

Learn how to get a job at Anthropic, from preparing your application and getting a referral to acing the interview process with our free interview prep resources.

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Investment banker

Investment Banking Interview Questions 2026 (how to answer)

A deep dive into the most crucial investment banking interview questions, with tips on how to answer and what interviewers look for. Plus, a comprehensive list of fully categorized questions and techniques on how to answer from an expert.

With input from the following coaches:
Justin V., Kent M.

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Staff software engineer

Staff System Design Interview (questions, tips, prep)

Comprehensive guide to staff system design interviews. Includes detailed information about the types of questions you can expect, real sample questions, a proven framework, expert tips, and a preparation plan.

With input from the following coaches:
Tarek R., Marvin H., Ramprasad A. +1 other

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Google Interview Prep (5 steps to a FAANG+ offer)

A comprehensive guide to your Google interview preparation in 2026. Learn which questions are most frequent and how to answer them. Plus, see tips and insights from ex-Google interviewers and practice with example questions.

With input from the following coaches:
Albert L., John Z., Mark K.

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Software engineer

AI-assisted coding

AI-Assisted Coding Interviews (how to prepare)

Everything you need to know about AI-assisted coding interviews. Includes how AI-assisted coding works, best practices, a prep plan and insider tips from FAANG experts to increase your chances of acing the interviews.

With input from the following coaches:
Jyotsna R., John Z.

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Software engineer, Engineering manager

Anthropic System Design Interviews (questions, process, prep)

Everything you need to know about Anthropic system design interviews, including the process, sample questions with fully worked answers, and a proven answer framework.

With input from the following coaches:
Oussama C., Marvin H., Mark K. +1 other

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System Design Questions for Data Engineers (+ how to answer)

In this guide, you'll find everything you need to know about data engineer system design interview questions, including how they work and differ from SWE system design, commonly reported questions with full worked answers, an answer framework, and a prep plan to get you ready.

With input from the following coaches:
Nimesh P.

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Anthropic Culture Interview (questions and prep)

Complete guide to the Anthropic Culture Interviews. Learn what to expect, read tips and insights from experts, and practice with example questions from real Anthropic candidates, categorized by role.

With input from the following coaches:
Vasu R., Amit S.