Extensive process: multiple interviews with (in order), the recruiter, hiring manager, and team members. The 2nd interview was with the hiring manager, whose enthusiastic approach really motivated me to move forward with the process. Prior to the 3rd interview, I was required to pass an online assessment that included solving algebraic equations, math reasoning questions, identifying synonyms for words outside of common vernacular, and analogy tests- reminded me of my high school SAT exam (I was a little puzzled about how the tests were relevant to the job I was applying for). Next was completing a job application, which requires acknowledgment to travel (specified in job post) and also willingness to work evenings & weekends as needed. The 3rd interview was with team members; they were very polite, yet from the onset I didn’t quite sense the level of enthusiasm I got from the hiring manager or the recruiter. Overall, I have no regrets in interviewing, but I wish the assessment came after all interviews, since it didn’t relate directly to the job requirements & was time consuming. Also, my perception following the interviews was that remote work (following Covid) may not be fully supported by senior management, and that this job is better suited for someone who lives within reasonable commute to the office. I applied for a business analyst position, but the team seemed less concerned around BA skill sets related to requirements elicitation/documentation & more focused on prior work experience as a configuration analyst (understandable, as it appears staff is responsible for training/mentoring). Happy to have made it as far as I did!
