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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:

investment banking job candidate interviewing with two hiring managers in a modern office

FinanceJun 25, 2026

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.

Professional woman standing confidently in a modern office

Software engineeringJun 24, 2026

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.

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Software engineeringJun 09, 2026

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.

Laptop displaying the Cursor AI code editor homepage with colorful neon lighting and blurred coding interface in the background.

Software engineeringJun 02, 2026

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.

Person working at a dual-monitor setup, viewing circuit diagrams on one screen and a 3D PCB design on the other, in a technical workspace

Software engineeringJun 09, 2026

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.

Person working at a desk with dual monitors displaying code, using a laptop in an office environment

DataApr 29, 2026

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.

Smartphone screen showing a folder of AI apps including ChatGPT, Claude, Gemini, Copilot, and Poe, held in hand with a blurred coffee cup in the background.

Software engineeringJun 09, 2026

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.

Three women collaborating in a meeting room with laptops, discussing work around a table

FinanceMay 20, 2026

10 Common IB Valuation Interview Questions (+answers)

The 10 most common valuation questions that you need to prepare for to pass your investment banking interviews, complete with detailed tips and example answers. Plus, more valuation interview questions from IB interviews at Goldman Sachs, JP Morgan, and Morgan Stanley.