I applied through an employee referral. The process took 2 weeks. I interviewed at CAE (Montreal, QC)
Interview
Following a screening call that discussed my employment history with someone from talent acquisition, we scheduled an interview with three team leads. During the interview, they asked some behavioural questions along with some questions about my preferences and interests, followed by a few technical questions. The technical questions were not overly difficult, one about algorithms, one about design patterns and one about OOP with C++.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
Name two design patterns and their implementation and use
Very quick. It was only one round and they did not dog too deep into technical background or expertise. They asked basic knowledge questions and asked to solve one small problem. This was for an entry level position, so its possible for higher levels the process is more intense.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
Standard behavior questions, name a time you had to deal with a conflict, what did you do.
The interview process was smooth and well-organized. It started with an online coding assessment focusing on basic algorithms and problem-solving. Afterwards, I had two technical interviews covering JavaScript, APIs, and database queries, followed by a short HR discussion about culture fit and career goals. The team was friendly, and communication was clear throughout. Overall, it was a positive experience.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
Can you describe a project where you improved the performance or maintainability of the codebase?
The interview usually includes two to three people—often one or two managers and an HR representative—who evaluate your technical skills, experience, and interpersonal abilities to ensure a good fit for the culture.
