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I applied online. The process took 1+ week. I interviewed at Supersmith (Bristol, England) in Dec 2025
Interview
Singular interview as a follow up from a LinkedIn application.
Very fast turnaround.
Requested in person interview, however I could only attend online.
1 technical and 1 non technical interviewer.
Mostly technical questioning.
Only declined due to incompatible start dates.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
Interview agenda was sent 72hrs ahead.
Asked to talk about 1 relevant project experience.
Interview task of designing a solar powered flying toy. (Hypothetical concept design)