AIVIA™ Interviewer Kit FAQ

Why Engineers Choose AIVIA

The Game Changer

Why do candidates actually WANT to take AIVIA evaluations?
Unlike traditional tests that feel like interrogations, AIVIA is a learning experience. Candidates get detailed feedback, can retry unlimited times (2 free tries), and only save results they're proud of. They're literally improving their skills while interviewing with you. You become the interviewer that helped them grow.
Is it really unlimited invitations for $45?
Yes! Whether you're inviting 10 or 1,000 candidates to evaluate, it's the same price. No per-test fees, no surprise charges. After 3 months, it's just $15/month if you want to continue. Many platforms charge per test - you'd typically pay more for just a handful of assessments.
What makes you different from traditional coding test platforms?
Those platforms give you a test. We give you a complete hiring system.

Beyond just evaluations: We generate targeted interview questions from prescreens (Align), connect you to a network of vetted scouts who know the hidden talent in their communities (Scout Network), and even help YOU level up with the same AI feedback (Upskill).

Our evaluations are open-book and conversational - candidates learn while being assessed. But that's just the start. You get interview prep, pipeline building, and professional development all in one platform.

Traditional platforms filter candidates out. We develop talent while building your pipeline. Built by engineers who've actually done the hiring dance thousands of times - we know what works.

How It Actually Works

What's the evaluation flow?
Each project lives as a forum post with an attached AI evaluator. Evaluation is a 3-step process: (1) Quick MCQ warm-up to calibrate level, (2) Open-book AI conversation that adapts to responses, (3) You get transcript, scores, and targeted interview questions. Candidates can reference "anchors" from the project post to strengthen their answers.
What kinds of projects can AIVIA evaluate?
Any format works: repo, PR, spec, notebook, dataset, ticket, or soft-skill brief. Pick from our library (16 specializations) or have AIVIA generate role-specific projects instantly. Every project uses a Context-Pack: a structured format with reference materials, clear scoring criteria, and adaptive follow-up questions. This ensures all candidates get evaluated on the same dimensions while allowing personalized conversations. You can use existing Context-Packs or customize to your needs.
What is a Context-Pack exactly?
A Context-Pack is a compact bundle that powers consistent evaluations:

  • Anchors: Labeled sections in the forum post (like [A1], [A2]) containing code snippets, tables, or docs that candidates can reference
  • Rubric: 3-5 dimensions you care about (e.g., Problem Solving, Code Quality, Communication)
  • Probes: Adaptive questions the AI asks to explore understanding (e.g., "How would you handle this at scale?")
You can use templates, customize existing ones, or generate new ones with AI instantly.
Which project categories are available?
We organize projects into two pillars (16 specializations):

📈 AI Trends (fast-moving)
  • LLM & RAG Systems
  • Agents & Tool Use
  • Multimodal AI
  • AI Safety & Governance
  • Recommenders & Search
  • Domain AI (Healthcare/Finance)
  • Generative Media
  • AI Data/MLOps

🏗️ Core Engineering (foundational)
  • Services & APIs
  • Platform & Infrastructure
  • Data & Intelligence
  • Frontend & Mobile
  • Bits & Bytes (Systems)
  • Trust & Security
  • Products & Problems
  • Humans & Teams
How are results scored?
AIVIA evaluates across multiple dimensions (like problem-solving, code quality, communication) based on a transparent rubric. You get a detailed transcript showing the conversation, scores for each dimension, and an overall skill level (e.g., Beginner / Intermediate / Expert). Everything connects to specific moments in their responses so you know exactly where insights come from.
How does prescreen connect to the interview?
Prescreen gives you structured insights about each candidate's skills. Then AIVIA Align takes those insights and generates targeted interview questions specific to what each candidate claimed or demonstrated. The result: prescreens validate core skills, interviews explore fit and depth. No redundancy, no gaps.
How many tries do candidates get?
When you send an invite, candidates get 2 free attempts. After that, they can continue using tokens (either purchased for a small fee or earned through community contributions). Questions vary by attempt, and candidates choose which results to save. This shows you who has growth mindset vs. who gives up. YOU WIN
Is "cheating" a problem if it's open-book?
Real work is open-book too. AIVIA evaluates how candidates think and solve problems, not what they've memorized. The AI asks follow-up questions, explores edge cases, and adapts to responses. You can't fake understanding through an adaptive conversation. Plus, you verify key claims in the interview.
Do candidates get feedback?
Yes! Clear, actionable feedback after each attempt, tied directly to the scoring rubric. They learn what improved and what to work on next. You're not just evaluating, you're enabling growth. They'll remember you as the interviewer who invested in their development.

Prescreen - Your Secret Weapon

How does Prescreen save me time?
See how candidates think before you meet them. Get conversation transcripts, rubric scores, and AI-generated interview questions. Walk into every interview knowing exactly what to ask. No more winging it.
Can I customize what we evaluate?
Yes - set your focus areas and required skills. The AI adapts its conversation to probe what matters for your role. It's like having a senior engineer do all your prescreens.
Can I invite my existing pipeline?
Absolutely! Send them a link, or browse candidates who've already completed evaluations. Either way, you're getting rich insights before the first call.

Align - Interview Like a Pro

How does Align help my interviews?
It generates specific verification questions based on each candidate's prescreen. You'll know exactly what claims to verify and what areas to probe. Look like you did hours of prep in minutes. YOU WIN
Does it work for panel interviews?
It will! Each interviewer will get targeted questions for their focus area. No overlap, no gaps. Your panel will look coordinated and professional. Team features coming soon - for now, share the insights with your panel manually.
Is there an API?
Yes - pull prescreen reports and generate interview questions via API. Keep your data in-house while tapping into AIVIA insights instantly.

Scout Network - Passive Pipeline Building

What is the Scout Network?
Platform members who can refer candidates for you. They get vetted through AIVIA evaluations when they want to scout for your specific requirements. They know who's actually good in their bootcamps, universities, communities, and professional networks. Insider knowledge at scale.
How do scout rewards work?
You set what works - cash, mentorship time, swag, course access. Scouts refer candidates who fit your criteria. You only reward for outcomes you care about (interviews, hires, etc.).
Does AIVIA manage the scout relationship?
No - we're the platform, not the middleman. AIVIA connects you with vetted scouts and provides the evaluation tools, but the relationship is directly between you and the scout. For now, you negotiate terms, set rewards, and handle payments directly. We just make sure the connections are quality ones through our vetting process. Integrated reward processing coming soon - but you'll always have the option to handle rewards your way.

Upskill - Your Professional Growth

Wait, I can use this for my OWN growth?
Yes! Take evaluations yourself, get AI feedback, track your progress. It's like having a senior engineer mentor available 24/7. Use those 5-minute breaks to level up. YOU WIN
What kind of projects can I practice?
Real-world projects from our library (GenAI-priority) plus other tracks: backend, frontend, data/ML, DevOps, QA, and soft-skills. Search the library or generate role-specific projects. Each includes an AI evaluator that gives dynamic, Q&A-based feedback.
What does Upskill provide beyond practice?
A complete project dashboard with trend analysis, personalized recommendations, and evaluation histories for both individuals and teams. Track your growth over time.

Trust & Fairness

Is personal data used to train your AI?
We don't use personal data to train our models. We only use aggregate, anonymized patterns to improve the system.
Can candidates delete their data?
Yes, anytime. They control what's saved and what's shared. We respect candidate agency - it's part of why they trust the process.
Where can I read your Terms and Privacy Policy?
Terms of Service: stemaway.com/terms-of-service
Privacy Policy: stemaway.com/privacy-policy

Pricing & Getting Started

Is there a launch offer?
Yes! Get the AIVIA Interviewer Kit for just $45 for 3-month access. This special pricing won't last forever.
Does the plan auto-renew?
No automatic renewals - you're in control. When you choose to renew, lock in the $15/month rate. No surprise charges, ever.
When does my access start?
Access begins October 15th, 2025. Pre-purchase now at launch pricing to lock in your spot and the special rate.

Practical Details

How long does an evaluation take for candidates?
Typically around 30 minutes. Remember, it's open-book and conversational - more like a technical discussion than a timed test.
What programming languages and tech stacks do you support?
We cover the major ecosystems - Python, JavaScript/TypeScript, Java, C++, Go, Rust, and their common frameworks. The AI evaluator focuses on problem-solving and system design thinking, not syntax minutiae. If you need something specific, we can generate custom projects for your stack. Projects are format-agnostic: code or docs, so long as there's enough context to evaluate.
What if I need help getting started?
We're here to help! Our interface is designed by engineers for engineers - most users are up and running in under 10 minutes. The community shares tips and best practices in our active forums, where our team regularly engages to ensure you get answers fast.
Is there a trial?
At $45 for 3 months with unlimited invitations, this IS essentially a trial price. We're confident you'll see value from your first candidate.

Making the Decision

What if I'm not actively hiring right now?
Perfect time to start! Build your pipeline when you're not desperate. Use Upskill for yourself. Set up Scout Network to passively collect talent. When you need to hire, you'll have a warm pipeline ready. Hire proactively, not reactively.
Why is AIVIA a "complete solution" instead of just another tool?
Most companies cobble together 5-6 different tools - one for testing, another for scheduling, something else for tracking, maybe a referral system, separate interview guides. It's a frankenstein monster that no one enjoys using.

AIVIA is different - everything talks to each other:
• Prescreen insights automatically generate your interview questions (Align)
• Scouts get vetted by the same AI that evaluates candidates
• Your upskilling uses the same projects candidates tackle
• One dashboard, one login, one coherent experience

We've spent years watching engineers struggle with disconnected tools. We built AIVIA as the complete system we wished we had - where every piece reinforces the others. It's not about having more features. It's about having the RIGHT features that actually work together.

Think of it as the difference between a well-architected system and a pile of microservices held together with duct tape. Both might "work," but only one is a joy to use.
Who built AIVIA and why should I trust this?
We're tech veterans from STEM-Away who've mentored 3,000+ students through virtual internships, with alumni now at Amazon, Google, Microsoft, and beyond. Our team brings decades of experience - we were senior tech leads at major companies when we decided to build STEM-Away. We've been on both sides of the table - interviewing thousands and building teams from scratch.

Our track record: 80+ countries, 400+ colleges, thousands of careers transformed. We're not a fly-by-night startup - we've been refining this approach for years through our mentorship programs. Now we've automated what actually works.

Our vision? A level playing field where talent gets recognized regardless of pedigree. Where candidates grow through the process. Where you can build great teams without the soul-crushing grind. We call it our "One Coin, Two Sides" philosophy - when candidates win, you win.

This isn't our first rodeo - it's the culmination of everything we've learned about what makes technical hiring actually work.
What's the catch? This sounds too good.
No catch - we're in launch mode and want early adopters who'll help shape the product. The "catch" is you're getting founder pricing that won't last. Our philosophy is simple: when candidates win and you win, we win.
Do I need approval from my manager?
At $45 for 3 months? This fits in your coffee budget. Try it personally first, show the results, then expand to your team. Be the one who brought the solution. YOU WIN
What about team or enterprise features?
Coming soon! We're building team seats, shared candidate pools, and collaborative features. For now, AIVIA is perfect for individual engineers who want to level up their hiring game. Early adopters will get priority access to team features when they launch.
Where is AIVIA heading with AI agents?
We're building toward AI that handles the tedious parts while you focus on what matters - actually connecting with candidates. Imagine AI agents that coordinate interviews, follow up with candidates, generate personalized prep materials, and even identify patterns in successful hires.

The vision: Your AI hiring assistant that learns your standards, manages the logistics, and surfaces exactly the insights you need when you need them. Not replacing human judgment - augmenting it.

Early adopters will benefit most as these features roll out. You'll get priority access, your feedback will shape development, and you'll already know the system inside-out while others are just starting. The best time to get in is before everyone else does.
How do I get started?
Click "Get AIVIA Interviewer Kit" below, get access starting October 15th, 2025. Then, you could be prescreening candidates while you sleep. And walk into interviews actually prepared. The best time to take advantage of our launch offer was yesterday. The second best time is now.
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