I applied online. I interviewed at Excellus BlueCross BlueShield (Rochester, NY) in Aug 2018
Interview
First 3 interviews I talked to HR twice. Next step is to speak with the teams manager. Final interview was with the lead engineer and manager. This was strictly technical questions. All fundamental topics a developer should know about their technologies on the resume. Very fair interview.
I applied online. The process took 6 weeks. I interviewed at Excellus BlueCross BlueShield (Rochester, NY) in Jan 2025
Interview
Three interviews first HR phone call interview the traditional questions on why you are leaving your current job and so, then hiring manager then technology and skill meeting. Few entry level questions even thought this was sinor level position.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
Functional Testing:
Verify that all features and functionalities of the app work as expected.
Ensure that user interactions and workflows are smooth and error-free.
Performance Testing:
Measure the app's responsiveness, speed, and stability under various conditions.
Test for load handling, stress, and endurance to ensure the app performs well under high usage.
Usability Testing:
Evaluate the app's user interface and user experience.
Gather feedback from real users to identify areas for improvement in design and navigation.
Compatibility Testing:
Ensure the app works seamlessly across different devices, screen sizes, and operating systems.
Test on various hardware configurations and OS versions to identify compatibility issues.
Security Testing:
Identify and fix vulnerabilities to protect user data and prevent security breaches.
Conduct penetration testing, data encryption checks, and authentication validation.
I applied online. I interviewed at Excellus BlueCross BlueShield in Feb 2022
Interview
I applied directly to their website and received an email some days later to schedule an interview.
The first step was to have an interview with someone in management in the company. Most of the questions were about the technologies I use in my current position. Some of the questions were fundamentals, some were more obscure, and I didn't know the answer to every single question. It was scheduled for a half hour and lasted around 25 minutes. He said not to worry that we ended early and that I seem like a great candidate.
The next step was a second interview. The questions here were also mostly technical with some being fundamental and some being more obscure. Again, I didn't know the answer to every single one. A couple questions may have been repeated from the last interview. This interview actually felt a little easier than the first one. Towards the end, the interviewer said that it seemed like I have the skillset for the job which I had thought was a good sign. She said she wasn't sure exactly when I would hear back but guessed that it would be a couple weeks.
A few weeks later, I followed up with them by email and was told they would not be moving forward. They said they are seeking candidates with more experience with their core application, Liferay, as well as experience in Portlet development. Note that they might not update the online application status.
