Platform Engineer - job 1 of 3

As a Platform Engineer at CrowdGen, your primary responsibility is to evaluate and analyze short-form videos across various social media platforms. You will need to watch 750 videos and provide accurate data entry and feedback about the viewing experience. Your insights will guide improvements in platform offerings tailored to user preferences.

To qualify for the Platform Engineer position at CrowdGen, candidates must reside in the United States and have access to either an iOS or Android device that supports screen recording. Additionally, you are required to create anonymous social media accounts for project purposes.

At CrowdGen, compensation for the Platform Engineer role is competitive and based on the completion of specific project milestones. For evaluating 750 videos, you can expect compensation that reflects approximately 25-30 hours of work.

As a Platform Engineer in Project Touchet v7, you need an iOS or Android device with enough storage space and the ability to record your screen. This equipment will be essential in evaluating and documenting your insights while reviewing the videos.

To apply for the Platform Engineer position at CrowdGen, you can submit your application through the provided channels. Selected candidates will receive an email with instructions to create an account, which you will need to complete in order to participate in the Project Touchet v7 initiative.

When answering this question, focus on any previous experience you've had with watching and assessing video content, whether in a professional capacity, as part of academic work, or for personal projects. Highlight specific examples where you provided feedback and how it influenced decision-making.

Share your approach for evaluating videos, such as noting key elements like engagement, content quality, audience appeal, and relevance. Explain how you would score or document your evaluations to provide helpful feedback based on your findings.

Reassure the interviewer of your familiarity with popular social media platforms and your ability to create temporary accounts for project evaluation. Be sure to emphasize your commitment to confidentiality and ethical standards while using these platforms.

Choose a relevant experience where you successfully managed your time to meet tight deadlines. Talk about the techniques you used to prioritize tasks, keep focus, and ensure quality work was delivered, and discuss any feedback that you received for your performance.

Discuss the significance of accuracy in data entry, mentioning the types of metrics you might track, such as viewer engagement, content relevance, and overall quality. Explain how these metrics can offer insights into user preferences on various platforms.

Explain your process for providing feedback, emphasizing clarity, specificity, and actionable insights. Mention the importance of balancing positivity with constructive criticism to help platforms improve based on user experience.

Here, share your thoughts on burgeoning trends within the social media landscape. Whether it's the rise of short-form content, evolving engagement strategies, or shifts in user interests, demonstrate your passion for engaging with content on these platforms.

Express your enthusiasm for the opportunity to work on Project Touchet v7 and how it aligns with your skills and interests. Discuss your passion for social media and video content, and explain how this role presents an ideal chance for you to contribute meaningfully.

Share your personal and professional goals for the position. Whether striving for increased experience in content evaluation or seeking to contribute to user engagement enhancement on platforms, outline your aspirations clearly to showcase your motivation.

Demonstrate your commitment to lifelong learning by discussing how you stay updated on social media and video trends. Mention reliable sources such as industry blogs, research reports, or social media forums that you follow to stay ahead in this dynamic field.