I applied online. The process took 1 week. I interviewed at ABAKA (Dubai) in Feb 2023
Interview
I had two phases of interview, first it was HR interview and the interviewer was quite nice and friendly. During our discussion I stated all the projects/techs that I have been working with during my +7 years of experience and the interviewer was quite impressed with my experience and background. I got to know that I won’t manage anyone but I will manage the project and this was the first red flag I’ve seen *title and job description aren’t matching*. Secondly I was sent a technical assessment which has two parts one about ISTQB and the other part is Selenium, and I want to highlight that the job description NEVER stated that is Automation Test Engineer role! I did the test and received rejection message from LinkedIn and I want to express how disappointed I’m, you could have sent an email to be more professional.
I applied through a recruiter. The process took 3 months. I interviewed at ABAKA (Liverpool, England) in Apr 2022
Interview
3 rounds of interviews with the final one being with the CEO. Wasn't sure what to expect based on the other interview review here but I was pleasantly surprised.
He comes across friendly and easy to converse with. As with any interview, if you're not prepared then you will be 'shut down' and 'steamrolled'.
It goes without saying (you would think) but just prepare for questions to be asked and to ask them yourself.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
Why are you looking to leave current role.
What does a successful career look like to you.