I applied online. The process took 5 weeks. I interviewed at SAP Concur (Bellevue, WA) in Mar 2014
Interview
About 5 interviews with managers from within and outside hiring team. Didn't get to meet any potential colleagues. Interviews were scattered on at least 3 days, so it was very inconvenient on one hand, but easier to take off small amounts of time from previous employer without alerting them to job search. Interviews were very basic, not very intense. References were not requested.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
Why are you interested in this position? Why did you leave your prior company?
I applied through a staffing agency. The process took 6 months. I interviewed at SAP Concur
Interview
7 interviews and then they decided not to hire for the position. I interviewed with so many people at different levels. Each person asked the same questions. They could have just had a single interview with everyone, all at the same time.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
They asked me to give ideas to solve company problems, then ended up using my ideas instead of hiring me. It was a complete waste of time.
It was a very good experience. On phone then in person. Met with group of panelists. Then went out to lunch with some team members. Team gave me a prompt reply.
I applied online. The process took 3 months. I interviewed at SAP Concur
Interview
The interview process was typical but a bit lengthy. I had applied back in October for a manager position and was not contacted from a recruiter until December. Once contacted by the recruiter, it took a couple about a couple of weeks to coordinate a phone interview. After the phone interview, it took another couple of weeks to hear back that I had been selected for a phone interview with the hiring manager. That was scheduled very promptly. Overall, the experience was pleasant and the recruiter I worked with was friendly and kept me updated regarding the process (after I was initially contacted).
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
Pretty standard interview questions. The recruiter asked about my background and why I was interested in the position. The hiring manager asked questions such as "what does work/life balance mean to you" and "what would my boss consider my biggest area of opportunity".
