Liam Walsh
Liam is a Co-Director at Intelligency and heads up the agency's Digital Intelligence & Paid Social activity. Over the last decade, he has worked with brands from the world of sports such as Premier League clubs to entertainment such as Channel 4 and Disney.
Meta is taking a bold step in redefining how technical hiring works. The company is reportedly testing AI-assisted coding interviews, allowing candidates to use AI tools—such as code-generating assistants—during the assessment process.
This new format is currently being trialled internally, with Meta recruiting employees to take part in mock interviews. The goal is to create a system that mirrors the real-world developer environment, where AI is already deeply embedded in daily workflows.
Reflecting Real-World Developer Workflows
Allowing AI in interviews may seem unconventional, but it’s a practical move. Developers today increasingly rely on tools like GitHub Copilot, ChatGPT, and internal LLMs to enhance productivity. Meta’s approach acknowledges this reality and shifts the focus from raw coding speed to how effectively candidates collaborate with AI tools—a skill becoming just as critical as traditional programming.
Importantly, this also helps reduce the risk of candidates cheating by covertly using AI during interviews. By integrating AI openly into the process, Meta makes the interview more transparent and realistic.
Speed vs. Accuracy: The Role of AI in Code Generation
There are clear trade-offs with AI-generated code. While it can be produced much faster than human-written code, its accuracy depends heavily on the quality of prompts and requires thorough human review. Meta’s process, therefore, tests both coding ability and the judgment needed to use AI responsibly and effectively.
“We’re obviously focused on using AI to help engineers with their day-to-day work, so it should be no surprise that we’re testing how to provide these tools to applicants during interviews,” said a Meta spokesperson.
What This Means for the Future of Hiring
This strategy sets Meta apart from peers like Anthropic, which currently bans AI tools during interviews. If Meta’s trial proves successful, it could reshape industry standards, prompting more companies to treat AI fluency as a core skill, not a crutch.
At Intelligiency, we’re watching these developments closely. As AI becomes embedded in every workflow, the way we assess talent—and the way our clients hire—must evolve too.
