Application Process & Interviews at BOQ Group

Went through the standard screening process consisting of generic aptitude tests and social interaction games. Then a single interview.

The hiring process was fairly standard, a pre-recorded interview into a one-on-one interview. However, the process was a little bit lengthy.

i did one interview as I didn't go through a regular process

The interview process began with a psychometric analysis and competency assessment. Then came I had to follow a link online to respond to certain questions in video format within a limited period of time. Finally I had an online interview and after received a phone call from my new manager and met at the head office.

Was great and straightforward, I was contacted multiple times throughout the process to keep me updated. Onboarding was straightforward, though tech issues meant I didn't have the programs I needed for the first week or two.

Quite smooth. Updated me frequently and received feedback which I really appreciate.

The process started with an assessment that was fairly standard. I believe there was also a digital interview before also participating in a live/digital interview with people from my team.

My employment was facilitated through CareerTrackers so I submitted a profile and resume and then met with my manager for some questions and a little explanation of what the team does - in my experience it wasn't a traditional interview process, more a get to know me and ask any questions I had about the team/ what I would be doing

Why choose BOQ? Why do you like software engineering? Do you have experience with C# and Azure?

I was asked about my motivation for choosing my preferred role, my relevant skills etc.

questions that allowed them to see my character and if my beliefs alligned with BOQ and if i was able to be taught how to do my role effectively.

Questions regarding the culture of the bank, times I had worked in a team and/or faced certain challenges.

Almost all behavioural questions, nothing too technical. Very conversational approach.

Quite a few questions regarding background, current experience, education and interests and the reasoning for applying for such a role.

I was asked about my past experiences, these gave me opportunities to show of my experience and my strengths.

I honestly can't remember, sorry :(

Go complete an Azure Cloud certificate beforehand and you will be the best candidate

Ensure that your fundamentals are solid for the role you are applying to, and try not to be too serious during the interview, the interviewer is most likely someone on your team!

Ensure you are aware of the values of boq and if they align with how you wish to work

Become comfortable with basic interview questions, there weren't that I was particularly unprepared for or not expecting.

Have a good idea of why this company and why the specific role you applied for in case it's asked during the interview.

Be willing to go into detail, and mention the relevance of your experience, even if it is not at a workplace. I found that the sport and other extracurricular activities helped my candidacy for the role.

Honestly be yourself and talk about your strengths. Tell them about the skills that will be good in a work environment.

Have STAR responses pre-planned and practice your responses, thinking about how they can be adapted for different questions. If you do an online interview, have some notes taped to the wall behind the camera to help with prompting