I applied online. I interviewed at Jollyes (Belfast, Northern Ireland) in Jan 2026
Interview
The interview was a 10 minute chat consisting of basic questions such as what are your skills and wat do you already know about the company. Overall a good experience
An interview process is a structured series of stages designed to evaluate whether a candidate’s skills, experience, and personality align with a company’s needs. While every company is different, most professional hiring processes follow this general roadmap:
1. The Initial Screening
Recruiter Call: Usually a 15–30 minute conversation to verify your basic qualifications, salary expectations, and notice period.
The Goal: To ensure you meet the "must-have" criteria before moving you to the hiring manager.
2. Technical or Functional Assessment
Hard Skills Test: This could be a coding challenge (for tech roles), a writing assignment, or a case study.
The Goal: To prove you can actually do the work. Companies use this to filter out candidates who look good on paper but lack the required technical depth.
3. Hiring Manager Interview
The Deep Dive: This is usually with your potential boss (like your interview with Amit). They focus on your specific expertise, your "sense of ownership," and how you solve problems.
The Goal: To determine if you are a high-performer who can handle the day-to-day responsibilities.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
Since Kewal is a CPO (Chief Product Officer/Chief People Officer) and Co-Founder, the interview will move beyond just your technical skills. He will likely focus on strategic alignment, leadership, and "ownership"—which Amit already flagged as one of your strengths.
Here are the types of questions you should expect, categorized by what a founder cares about most:
1. The "Ownership" & Attitude Questions
Kewal wants to see if you treat the company’s problems as your own.
"Tell me about a time you saw a problem that wasn't in your 'job description' but you fixed it anyway."
Tip: Focus on the initiative you took and the result for the company.
"Describe a time you failed or made a major mistake. How did you handle it?"
Tip: Founders value honesty and accountability. Don't blame others; show what you learned and how you corrected it.
"How do you stay motivated when a project becomes repetitive or hits a major roadblock?"
2. High-Level Strategy & Vision
As a C-suite executive, Kewal wants to know if you understand the "Why" behind the "What."
"Why do you want to join this company specifically at this stage of our growth?"
Tip: Research their current product or recent news. Show you’re not just looking for any job, but this job.
"What do you think is our biggest challenge in the market right now?"
"How do you ensure your daily work actually moves the needle for the company’s long-term goals?"
I applied online. The process took 1 week. I interviewed at Jollyes (Wakefield, England) in May 2023
Interview
Applied online and had an email through about the in person interview. Very quick and easy, had a pleasant conversation with manager and everything was clear, relaxed and not stressful.