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      Software Engineer Interview

      Jul 1, 2014
      Anonymous employee
      London, England

      Other Software Engineer interview reviews for British Airways

      Software Developer Interview

      Nov 19, 2023
      Anonymous interview candidate
      London, England
      Declined offer
      Accepted offer
      Positive experience
      Easy interview

      Application

      I applied through a staffing agency. The process took 2 weeks. I interviewed at British Airways (London, England) in Jun 2013

      Interview

      It started with great communications, with email contact. Was informed of my CV review. Received a telephone Interview, after agreeing a date and time I was asked to do Pre-tests before the face to face interview. Face to Face panel interview. Questions around Software Engineering and Project management. Email and Telephone contact for offer with negotiations.

      Interview questions [1]

      Question 1

      Non technical questions about languages, I speak. How many languages do you speak and how will you use them to help in your position.
      1 Answer
      Positive experience
      Average interview

      Application

      I applied in-person. The process took 3 days. I interviewed at British Airways (London, England) in Nov 2023

      Interview

      From start to finish, my job interview experience with British Airways for a software developer role was seamless and positive. The application process was straightforward, and the interviewers were not only technically sharp but also personable. The questions were relevant, and the overall atmosphere was welcoming. British Airways' commitment to a smooth hiring process left a lasting positive impression. Highly recommend!

      Interview questions [1]

      Question 1

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      Software Engineer Interview

      Oct 26, 2022
      Anonymous interview candidate
      London, England
      No offer
      Neutral experience
      Easy interview

      Application

      I applied online. I interviewed at British Airways (London, England) in Aug 2022

      Interview

      Video call with the staff from the hiring department. Short introduction of their roles and myself. Went through standard question procedure. About previous technical and social experience, picture of tasks in the advertised role and motivation. Ended by announcing a coding challenge to be completed within a week.

      Interview questions [4]

      Question 1

      What do you think your tasks in this role will entail?
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      Question 2

      Give an example of when you helped a colleague.
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      Question 3

      What are your biggest weaknesses?
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      Question 4

      What do you think you will need to learn most for the advertised position?
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