Prior to embarking on your interview journey, consult with your recruiter to ascertain whether you will be participating in a Face-to-Face meeting, a Video Conference, or a Telephone interview.  Your recruiter can provide valuable insights and preparation tips tailored to each format.

Interview Hints and Tips to help you on your journey:
  • Enquire about the interview process, for example will it be a Competency, Technical or HR Interview.  
  • Complete your research on the company and interviewer.
  • Understand the role you are applying for and the skills and qualifications required.
  • Practice interview questions, your recruiter can help you with this.
  • Prepare lots of questions.
  • Take Notes!
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  • Coding Challenges: Be prepared to solve coding problems on a whiteboard, online coding platforms, or on paper. Practice coding challenges on websites like Chat GPT, LeetCode, HackerRank, or CodeSignal.
  • Technical Questions: Expect questions related to algorithms, data structures, and domain-specific knowledge. Review key concepts and practice explaining your thought process.
  • System Design: Be ready to discuss system architecture and design. Practice creating high-level system diagrams and explaining trade-offs.
  • Behavioral/Competency Questions: In addition to technical questions, you may face behavioral or Competency questions. Use the STAR method to structure your responses (see below)
  • Ask Questions: Don't hesitate to ask clarifying questions when faced with a technical problem. Interviewers often appreciate candidates who communicate effectively.
  • Coding Etiquette: Focus on clean, efficient, and well-documented code. Explain your thought process and reasoning as you work through the problem.

Tips for Competency Interviews

A competency-based interview uses questions which aim to find out how you have used specific skills in your previous experience and how you approach problems, tasks and challenges. 

The Interviewer will ask you a question such as: Can you give me an example of…. OR Can you tell me about a time when….?

A good way of thinking about your answer is to use the STAR technique below:

  • Situation – What was the situation you faced?
  • Task – What specific goal or task were you assigned?
  • Action – What actions or strategies did you undertake to achieve the task?
  • Results – What was the impact or outcome of your actions?

  • Be honest and authentic - This will help you make a positive impression on interviewers. It's time to be the best version of yourself.
  • The "Tell me about yourself" question should include both personal and professional details. Introduce yourself in a selling or creative way, or follow the style in which the interviewer introduced themselves.
  • HR interviewers usually want to understand your motivation. Be ready to explain what's in it for you.
  • Prepare specific examples from your past experiences that demonstrate relevant skills and qualities.
  • Use the STAR method (Situation, Task, Action, Result) to structure your responses.
  • Be ready to explain your employment history and why you moved on or left each role.
  • It's time to interview your interviewer. Prepare questions that genuinely interest you.

What Happens Next?

Following the interview, reach out to your recruiter to share your feedback. They appreciate hearing about your experience and can provide valuable insights.​

Now armed with the tools for success, we wish you the very best in your interview journey!