Glassdoor users rated their interview experience at POET as 100% positive with a difficulty rating score of 2 out of 5 (where 5 is the highest level of difficulty). Candidates interviewing for Software Development Engineer and rated their interviews as the hardest, whereas interviews for Software Development Engineer and roles were rated as the easiest.
The hiring process at POET takes an average of 63 days when considering 1 user submitted interviews across all job titles. Candidates applying for Software Development Engineer had the quickest hiring process (on average 63 days), whereas Software Development Engineer roles had the slowest hiring process (on average 63 days).
Was contacted quickly. Had a phone interview with a recruiter. If you are selected as a candidate they pass you onto the hiring manager. They were prompt with emails and working with my schedule.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
Tell me something hard that came up with work and how I handled it?
I applied online. I interviewed at POET (Sioux Falls, SD) in Jan 2026
Interview
It was an in person interview where you get to learn about the job. Fairly non technical questions and easy to answer. Friendly people who seem like they want you to succeed.
I applied online. I interviewed at POET (Indianapolis, IN) in Jul 2024
Interview
Smooth interview with a logical flow of questions. Very professional in etiquette and decorum. They know what they specifically need and do a good job explaining expectations and culture. They have a unique process and are very informative to those who maybe new to the world of renewable energy and Bioprocessing.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
5-10 year career goals and how does that sustain “happiness”.