Why the Bar Raiser Process is Different
Amazon's hiring philosophy is built on the foundation of continuously raising the bar for talent and performance. The Bar Raiser process is a unique and integral part of this philosophy, ensuring that every new hire has the potential to elevate the overall quality of the team and contribute to Amazon's culture of excellence.
What is the Bar Raiser process?
The Bar Raiser process is a unique hiring approach where a specially trained employee, known as the Bar Raiser, participates in the interview process. This individual is not from the hiring team and provides an objective perspective to ensure that the candidate meets or exceeds the company's high standards. The Bar Raiser has veto power in the hiring decision, emphasizing the importance of maintaining quality over merely filling a position.
Traditional Hiring
- •Focused on filling positions quickly
- •Hiring decisions made by direct managers
- •Potential for bias and inconsistency
- •May prioritize short-term needs over long-term fit
Amazon's Bar Raiser Process
- •Emphasis on maintaining a high hiring bar
- •Objective third-party (Bar Raiser) involved in decision
- •Consistent evaluation based on Leadership Principles
- •Focus on long-term company growth and culture fit