SDLC/AGILE/PROJECT AND FRAMEWORK QUESTIONS Flashcards
What would you say, when cannot answer interview question?
To be honest I researched it. But I don’t remember it right now. That’s why I don’t want to say anything wrong. But I will check it out right after the interview.
What is regression testing and how do you run it in your project? How many test cases are there and how often do you perform regression testing? How long your regression suite runs?
Regression testing is a key part of checking if software still works well after changes. We do this in different situations, like fixing bugs to make sure the problem is solved without creating new ones, adding new features without messing up existing ones, modifying existing features without causing unexpected issues, and fixing performance problems to keep everything stable. In our project, we have around 500 test cases, taking about 3-4 hours, with 75%-80% automated. We release updates every other sprint in our agile process. Automation involves tagging scenarios like @Regression in Cucumber and running them through the Regression runner class using Jenkins. I also handle manual tests and do ad hoc testing. After testing, I analyze results, find reasons for failures (like environment or application issues), and retest to confirm. If it’s an app issue, I reproduce the bug, check against requirements, and log it in Jira with details like severity, priority, steps to reproduce, and screenshots.
Tell us one challenge while running the regression suite?
We don’t really face challenges running the regression suite because I always try to maintain my regression suite periodically, but sometimes it’s because of the server, or the system we can get some unexpected errors like synchronization issues.
What is smoke testing and how do you run it in your project? How many test cases are there and how often do you perform smoke testing?
Smoke testing is a crucial phase in software testing that focuses on checking the basic functionality and stability of software build. In our project, we run smoke testing by deploying the build to the QA environment and verifying critical functionali-ties. If successful, the build continues to detailed testing; else, it’s rejected or reverted. We’ve start the smoke test process using Jenkins, a web-based tool. Our smoke test includes around 15 to 20 test cases that cover crucial features of the software. Jenkins triggers the smoke test automatically for each code change, providing quick feedback within minutes. we perform smoke testing every time there’s a code push. This make sure always checking and quickly find problems, helping to develop efficiently and solve issues on time.
What is Automation Testing? What are the benefits of Automation Testing?
Automation testing is when special tools run tests on software. It has benefits, like faster feedback and faster results, making the development process more efficient. Although there are higher costs at the start, it saves money in the long run by reducing the need for fixes after release. Automation testing also improves efficiency, it needs less observation and covers more features. The tests can be reused, making assessment easy and reducing testing time and costs.
What type of tests have you automated? When do you do automation in your sprint? How many test cases have you automated per day?
Mostly I have automated functional regression tests (including smoke and regression, database, and API testing) and we do in-sprint automation for user stories. How about you how do you do automation in your company? When devs are done with their part, When code is deployed to QA/test environment. When testing framework is set up,When all manual tests are done When Smoke tests are passing It all depends on the functionali-ty and complexity of the scenario. I always follow coding standards and focus on the quality of my scripts no quantity. Sometimes just find a right locator and specify dynamic xpath takes time, Since I work in an Agile environment some days will be spent attending sprint meetings. When developers fix any bugs, I start on retesting that bug based on its priority and severity. and when some of the team members have any challenges and need my help, I always try to help them.
Why does manual testing still exist, even though automation has been proven to be more efficient?
So, when adding a new feature, it’s important to start with manual testing to make sure it meets the acceptance criteria. Manual testing is cost-effective for simpler applications and provides flexibility. Yes, automation testing, is very useful, and involves writing test cases, but it can take longer for small changes. Manual testing adds a human touch to making sure user-friendliness, especially in identifying unexpected bugs and reproducing issues found by customers. In agile environments, manual testing adapts easily without extra work. While automation is good, manual testing stays critical for finding issues automation might miss.
Let’s say you’re given some test cases; how do you decide them to automate or not? Can you tell me any specific factors?
Before I start automation, I do automation feasibility. There are multiple factors that I decide the test cases to automate such as Features that are critical to the application and if they fail cause important damage to the business, Tests that need to be run against every release of the application, such as smoke test and regression test, tests that are running more than once, tests that need to run against different OS & Browser combinations, tests that execute the same workflow but use different data for its inputs for each test run.
Automation challenges and how did you solve them? What are the challenges you face when running automation scripts? Overall challenges?
I had a challenge overall on Selenium about switching frames a couple of times; in some applications for better visibility, developers use the frame concept in web pages, and in this case, if the element exists in frames, then we have to switch to that frame first by doing switchTo().frame() then once we are inside the frame, we can perform tasks on the elements within it using standard Selenium WebDriver commands (like find elements, send keys, click, etc.) once we are done with the frame we need to switch back To the parent window: and to do that, we use driv-er.switchTo.defaultContent();
What challenges have you had in an agile environment?
Changing Requirements, Not Enough Information on the Story, Estimating Time for Completing Task, Waiting on Development to be completed before testing
Tell us some key challenges you face in the Testing industry?
Requirements changing, when the application is not stable, rush testing to meet the deadline, Unclear requirements, Domain knowledge and business user perspective understanding, lack of Regression testing or not enough, lack of skilled testers, lack of resources, tools, and training.
Tell me about your challenges?
As an Automation tester, I had several challenges during projects I have worked on. so sometimes it can be tough when requirements are not clear or keep changing. This can affect how we test things, it’s important to communicate well and make sure we’re testing what’s needed. Being clear about what we’re testing helps us find and fix problems early. This and other challenges (such as miscommunication, limited time, last-minute changes, etc.), I see these challenges as opportunities for my growth and improvement. Overcoming these difficulties requires a combination of technical knowledge, effective communication, and a hands-on approach to problem-solving. Continuous learning and adaptation are key to navigating the developing landscape of software development and QA. Technical: As a QA Engineer, I often deal with technical challenges when testing software. One big task is staying updated on different technologies and tools, so I make sure to learn continuously through training and exploring resources. This helps me adapt to changes and keep our automated tests effective for finding issues. Another challenge is making sure the software works well on various devices and browsers. Even though it’s tough, I focus on thorough testing and solving problems, contributing to delivering good-quality software that users like. Overall, my active learning and problem-solving approach help me handle technical challenges in my role as a QA Engineer.
How did you conduct Batch Testing in your project? ( groups (batches)
When we run multiple scripts, with Automation Tool, that is called batch testing. We performing Batch Testing in Cucumber using the @Tags options for running the batch of test cases. But when I was using the TestNG Testing Framework I was using @groups.
What drivers do you use in your framework?
I use ChromeDriver, InternetExplorerDriver and GeckoDriver. also according to our reports most of our users are using Chrome or Internet Explorer therefore we mostly perform our execution in the Chrome browser and ie. But we also try to utilize Firefox with Gecko driver in order to achieve compatibility within all browsers
How would you handle test data in your framework? How do you run tests using excel data?
In my Cucumber framework, I use Scenario Outline, DataTable, and Excel with Apache POI for managing test data, while in my TestNG framework, I choose Excel with Apache POI and DataProvider for handling data effectively.
Tell me about your reporting systems? Where do you store the test results/reports?
We are using Cucumber Reports, Reporting plays a very important role in any project because at the end of the day everyone is interested in seeing the reports, not the code. So, Cucumber provides a default HTML report and, in my project, we are using the Maven Cucumber plugin which is showing the percentage of passed and failed tests. It also offers a view with detailed execution status in numbers, it will also help the user to analyze and debug the issue. Users can also access the test data and Test evidence from reports, which are the most important aspects while fixing the bugs. And in the Testng reports, once we execute the tests, TestNG generates a test output folder at the project. It combines two kinds of reports. Detailed Report - report in the <index.html> file. It combines detailed information like the errors, test groups, execution time, step-by-step logs, and TestNG XML file. Summary Report - it is the trimmed version and informs about the no. of “Passed”/” Failed”/” Skipped” cases. You can see it from the <emailable-report.html> file. Extend Report - Extent Report is an HTML reporting library for Selenium WebDriver for Java. It is a great tool we can use within our automation framework to make excellent execution reports.</emailable-report.html></index.html>
Walk me through the decision process of deciding which tests to automate;
I prioritize automating test cases that need to be run frequently, like regression, smoke, and sanity tests. Before deciding which ones to automate, I make sure the application is stable. I avoid automating tests for frequently changing features or those that run rarely or only once. I choose usability and exploratory testing for these scenarios.
What are the advantages and disadvantages of automation testing?
The advantages of automation testing is needs less people, can be reused, covers more tests, it’s reliable, it’s runs tests at the same time, and it’s fast, for the disadvantages it takes more time to develop and maintain, there’s costs for tools, it requires skilled people, setup is complex and debugging test scripts can be challenging.
Tell us about your experience with different testing methodolo-gies. How do you decide which one to use for a specific project?
I’ve worked with various testing methodologies, including black box testing, white box testing, regression testing, exploratory testing, and acceptance testing. My choice of methodology depends on the project’s needs, development approach, and available resources. For example, in Agile projects, I typically select exploratory testing to adapt to that growing application. If this is a project with several test cases, I prioritize automation testing to save time. Before choosing the methodology, I carefully analyze project requirements to identify crucial testing features. My decision is then based on what is best fit for the project.
If I hire you and ask you to come and start automation, how would you do it?
I start by checking if automation is a good fit for the application. If it is, I use tools like Selenium. First, I manually explore the app, find tests to automate, and do a quick smoke test for the basics. Then, I set up an automation framework for organized scripting, making sure the scripts are simple, reusable, and well-explained. I do regular checks and fix any issues. Before jumping into automation, I make sure it makes sense for the app, considering tests, tools, team size, and budget. Planning involves choosing a framework, scheduling, and communicating with the team. When writing test scripts, I focus on reusability and clarity. During execution, I aim for good coverage, stability, and efficiency. If there are any app-related issues, I report them. I analyze results using reporting tools and share findings with the team or client. So, this process involves checking, scripting, testing, and reporting for effective automation.
Describe what you might like and dislike about the work?
I really like working on challenging projects where I can use my skills. I also like being part of a team where we share ideas and work together. On the not-so-good side, when things are unclear, like not knowing what’s expected, it makes the job harder for me. Also, not getting recognized for my work is something I don’t like much.
Conflict management: “Describe a conflict you’ve had with other staff members and how you resolved it
in my previous job, our team had a tough project with a tight deadline. There was a disagreement between the development and testing teams about fixing bugs. I organized a meeting to talk about the issues, encouraging open communication and teamwork. We decided to focus on the most important bugs and setting up a better way for the teams to communicate. This improved how well the teams worked together, kept the project on track, and met quality standards. Resolving the conflict made the team more efficient and contributed to the project’s success.
Please tell me about a time when you saw room for improvement in some area of your work environment or a process that could be more efficient. What would be your action towards it?
Once, I noticed that the bug reporting process was causing delays in fixing issues. The current system was unclear, causing misunderstandings between the development and testing teams and slowing down the project. Seeing the need for improvement, my task was to make the bug-reporting process smoother for better communication and faster issue resolution. To address this, I started by reviewing the current bug-reporting workflow. I worked with the team to understand their challenges, and we found that there were inconsistencies in the information provided, making it hard for developers to understand and fix reported issues. In response, I suggested using a standardized bug-reporting template. This template included important details like steps to reproduce, expected and actual results, and system configurations. I also encouraged the use of screenshots and screen recordings to give a clearer picture of each reported bug. To make sure everyone could use the new template effectively, I managed training sessions for the team. I also set up regular feedback sessions to make any necessary improvements. The introduction of the standardized bug reporting template significantly improved the efficiency of the bug resolution process. Clear bug reports led to faster issue fixing by the development team, and communication between the teams got better, reducing the time spent on clarifications. As a result, we kept better track of project timelines, and the quality of the software we delivered improved. This experience confirmed my ability to identify problems, suggest practical solutions, and make changes that positively affected the team’s efficiency and project outcomes.
Describe a time when your supervisor or a co-worker asked you to help out and doing so required extra work outside your established responsibilities or staying later than you anticipated. What did you do, and how did you feel?
So, one time when my co-worker immediately needed assistance with our project. Although it fell outside my regular responsibilities, I knew the importance of the task and I happily accepted to help. This involved putting in extra hours and working beyond my usual schedule to meet the project deadline. I quickly reviewed the requirements, prioritized my tasks, and reorganized my schedule to adapt to the additional workload. While it required personal sacrifices and extra effort, I understood the importance of supporting the team and ensuring the project’s success. Throughout the process, I maintained open communication with my supervisor and kept them informed about the task and the steps I was taking to manage the workload. Despite the initial challenges and added pressure, the successful completion of the project brought a sense of accomplishment and strengthened the value of teamwork and flexibility in achieving common goals.
Describe an occasion when you had two bosses ask you to do conflicting tasks. How did you handle this dilemma?
Sure Once, I faced a dilemma with conflicting tasks from different supervisors. One wanted a critical bug fixed immediately that appeared in the production environment, while the other prioritized a long-term testing plan. To fix this conflict, I had a brief meeting with both supervisors, openly discussing the conflict and suggesting a solution. I suggested focusing on fixing the critical bug first, with clear communication about a potential delay in the testing plan. This way, we ensured stability in the production environment and committed to giving full attention to the testing plan once the critical issue was resolved. Both supervisors agreed to this approach. Implementing the plan, I quickly resolved the critical bug, preventing any production environment issues. Although the testing plan experienced a delay, it received focused attention after resolving our critical bug. Open communication with both supervisors led to understanding and cooperation, maintaining a positive working relationship. This experience demonstrated my ability to manage conflicting priorities, communicate effectively, and find a balanced solution that addresses both immediate and long-term goals.
Tell me about a time when your job required you to perform a task that you didn’t know how to do. How did you respond?
Sure, so during a project, there was a time I switched to a new team in the company, so I faced a new feature that I needed to test, but I didn’t have enough information about it. However, I immediately took action to understand the feature and get the necessary information to test it effectively. First, I communicated with my development team to understand how the feature worked and its expected behaviors. Next, I referred to documentation and available resources to learn about the feature, the documentation was also unclear so I reached out to other QA engineers to understand how similar features were tested and communicated with them to understand the overall structure of the project. Additionally, I collaborated with developers to gain more insights into the feature and focused on creating test scenarios. As a result, I initially took steps to bridge my knowledge gap, and then, using the learned information, I developed an effective testing strategy. This experience enhanced my ability to learn quickly and actively solve these kinds of problems.
How do you feel about working in a team environment working
I really like collaborating with different people because it helps us come up with better solutions. I enjoy using my skills and learning from others. Talking openly is crucial, and I always try to communicate openly with my team. Teamwork not only helps us solve problems but also makes work positive and enjoyable. I especially like the feeling of success when we achieve our goals together.
What is your greatest strength and how will it help your performance in this position? / What are some of your strengths? / What are your greatest strengths and accomplishments?
My greatest strength is adaptability, which allows me to effectively navigate complex situations. In the dynamic role I am applying for, where requirements can change, and unexpected challenges may arise, my adaptability ensures quick adjustment to new circumstances. I am skilled at staying positive in challenging situations, working collaboratively with others, and effectively communicating my ideas. Additionally, I have a strong feeling for learning new things and adapting to changes easily. My key strengths include organizational skills, effective communication, and practical problem-solving. I have successfully managed testing projects, improved efficiency through automation, and a positive team environment.
How do you handle stress and pressure?
I manage stress and pressure by breaking tasks into smaller parts, setting realistic goals, and taking breaks when needed. Seeking help is crucial in overcoming challenges. Additionally, I use stress as a motivational tool by focusing on set deadlines. I successfully applied these strategies, for instance, when intensely focusing on a project’s deadline. This approach made the project more manageable, minimized stress, and supported a successful delivery. Overall, adopting a balanced strategy facilitates my ability to cope with stress in professional settings.
Give me an example of a time you were able to be creative with your work. What was exciting or difficult about it?
As a QA engineer, I faced the challenge of testing a complex financial software update. To ensure thorough coverage for new features while maintaining efficiency, I introduced a risk-based testing approach. Collaborating closely with the development team, I prioritized high-risk areas and implemented exploratory testing sessions to uncover issues creatively. Automated scripts were designed for repetitive tasks, freeing up time for more exploratory testing. This strategy identified critical issues early, improved overall testing efficiency, and positively shifted the team’s mindset towards a more flexible testing approach. This experience highlights my ability to think creatively, adapt methodologies, and navigate challenges in introducing innovative testing approaches.
What do you expect from a supervisor? (Project Manager, Team Leader)
I expect my supervisor to give clear instructions and guidance. It’s important that they support and help me when I need it. Regular feedback is also helpful so that I know how I’m doing, also after every sprint I ask how was my performance during that sprint. I appreciate a supervisor who communicates openly and listens to any concerns I may have. A good supervisor creates a positive work environment and helps the team succeed.
Can you tell me about a time when things didn’t work out well?
There was a time when a critical software release didn’t go well. I had to find the issues fast and make sure future releases went smoother. I analyzed the release process with the development team, finding miscommunication and last-minute changes as key problems. To fix this, I suggested a better testing plan and improved communication to reduce last-minute changes. These changes improved later releases, finding issues earlier and making the process smoother. This taught me the importance of proactive testing and good communication for successful software releases.
Tell me about a time you were dissatisfied in your role. What could have been done to make it better? (Note: never mention anything bad or rude about your previous employer)
In my role, I faced communication challenges within the team. As solution, I started regular team meetings and try to keep positive active, and happy slack environment .This approach improved team satisfaction and transparency. Looking back, structured onboarding and communication tool training could have helped from the beginning.
Have you ever failed to accomplish a task?
Yes, not failed, but once I had a complex automation task within the expected timeframe. My job was to make testing more efficient by automating complex scenarios. But I faced challenges. I talked to the team, asked for help, and took online courses to understand automation better. Changing my approach and breaking down the task worked. It was tough at first, but with teamwork and learning, I didn’t; failed, I succeeded. This taught me how important it is to adapt and keep learning in QA.
Questions to ask the interviewer/ Do you have any questions?
- Can you tell me more about the day-to-day responsibilities of this job? 2. What is the onboarding process like for new employees? 3. What are the company’s expectations from the employee during the first month, second month, and year?
Why should we hire you?
I have the right skills for the job, a positive attitude, and I work well in teams. I learn quickly and can contribute right away. I left my previous projects on good terms and can bring that commitment here.
Where do you see yourself in five years? / Where do you see yourself in the future?
I want to keep learning and become more technical. Learning multiple programming languages and new tools is important to me so that I can contribute to the organization. In the future, I see myself as a QA lead, using my skills to help the team.
I see you’re a Quality Assurance Engineer, but you have a degree in health. how come?
I studied health in university as per my family’s wishes. However, during my first year, I found a strong interest in programming. Despite this change, I completed my health degree to fulfill my family’s expectations. Now, as a Quality Assurance Engineer, I’ve gained skills in technology, showcasing my commitment to learning and adapting.
What are some of your major weaknesses?
Sometimes, I can be overly critical of my own work, leading to occasional self-doubt. To address this, I actively seek feedback and continuously work on maintaining a balanced perspective. Additionally, I tend to invest more time in perfecting details; therefore, I am working on finding the right balance to ensure both care and efficiency in my tasks.
Tell me about a time you had to work closely with someone whose personality or work style clashed with yours?
Yes, once I had to work closely with someone who had a different personality and work style. To handle it, I focused on doing my job well without expecting too much friendship. I kept things professional and polite when we interacted, knowing we were different. Rather than trying to be close, I became friends with other colleagues who worked more like me. By concentrating on our tasks and being respectful, I tried to make the work environment good for everyone.
What do you do in your spare time outside of QA?
In my spare time outside of QA, I’m actively involving in volunteering. I work with various associations where I’ve initiated and managed projects. My responsibilities include organizing meetings, and providing mentorship, and, I’ve even taught coding to kids. Apart from these, I’ve been involved in numerous other projects as well.
What’s been the toughest criticism you received so far in your career? What did you do with it?
Yes, once there was a period when I felt exhausted and worked hard to meet deadlines. During meetings, I didn’t realize that I wasn’t speaking up enough, and my team lead expressed her concern to me. Then, I understood that I lacked of motivation. To address this, later that week I changed my weekend off to my quick weekend holiday and went to refresh myself, and I returned to work with renewed energy and focus.
Have you ever mentored or supported an employee? What was your approach?
Yes, in my current role, I mentored junior QA engineers during their onboarding process. I created a detailed plan with essential information, links, and project insights for them. Encouraging questions and conducting knowledge transfer meetings, I provided demos and assistance. The onboarding went well, and my manager appreciated the comprehensive document I prepared.
What to do in case of you have too much work and you cannot finish by the deadline?
When developers delay code deployment, our testing team faces time limitations. To address this, I proposed increased collaboration and daily communication with developers during the Sprint Grooming Meeting. Some team members prioritize task completion over test coverage. I align my priorities with the test lead and manager for more effective work focus.
If there isn’t enough time for testing, what would you do?
If we are short on time, I would prioritize my test cases and tackle ones that cover most functionalities and I will also check with my team members if they can help out since I have been on agile projects where we work together in such matters. So when we prioritize we look for; Which functionality is most visible to the user?, Which functionality has the largest safety impact?, Which aspects of the application are most important to the customer?, Which aspects of the application can be tested early in the development cycle?, Which parts of the code are most complex and thus most subject to errors?, Which parts of the application were developed in rush or panic mode?, Which parts of the requirements and design are unclear or poorly thought out?, What do the developers think are the highest-risk aspects of the application?, What kinds of problems would cause the most customer service complaints?, What kinds of tests could easily cover multiple functionalities?
How many people are on your team or describe me to your team? / Tell me about your current Scrum Team, what is your role, how many people are there? Can you talk about your team structure?
Our team consists of 3 developers, 1 dev lead, 1 product manager, 1 scrum master, 1 UX designer, and 2 QA testers including me. Our roles and responsibilities as testers are maintaining the framework by implementing smoke and regression suites. Collaborating and communicating with each other effectively to contribute Agile-Scrum environment.
Describe scrum? Scrum Framework
In Scrum, there are three main roles: the Scrum Team, which includes 5-9 members like Developers, Testers, and Business Analysts; the Product Owner, responsible for explaining the project idea and managing the product backlog; and the Scrum Master, who guides the team and addresses any issues. Scrum ceremonies are important events in the process. They include Sprint Grooming, where we refine user stories; Sprint Planning, where we select and estimate effort for backlog items; Sprint Demo, where we show developments to stakeholders; Sprint Retrospective, where we learn from past sprints; and Daily Scrum, a quick daily meeting. Scrum artifacts are key documents. The Product Backlog represents the entire application; the Sprint Backlog contains items for a specific sprint, and the Burndown Chart shows the progress during the sprint.
What are the three roles of an Agile team?
Product Owner, responsible for explaining the project idea and managing the product backlog; and the Scrum Master, who guides the team and addresses any issues. Scrum ceremonies are important events in the process. The Team Member which includes 5-9 members like Developers, Testers, and Business Analysts
Tell me about your agile process:
: Absolutely so in my current role, we use Agile a lot. This means we focused on being flexible and working together. Our work was split into 2-week parts called sprints. In each sprint, we had important meetings like Sprint Planning, Mid-Sprint, Sprint Demo, and Sprint Retrospective. Besides those, we also had extra meetings. After every sprint, we had grooming and knowledge transfer sessions. These helped us understand how the project was going and learn from each other. Before each sprint, we planned things in Sprint Planning. We also had Sprint Grooming to talk about the details of the work. Then every day, we had a quick meeting called a standup. We talked about what we did yesterday, what we’re doing today, and if there were any problems. At the end of each sprint, we showed what we did in a Sprint Demo. As a QA person, I often explained technical parts. Then, we had a Sprint Retrospective to talk about what went well and what could be better next time. We also planned a release after every sprint. This means we shared our work regularly, which is an important part of Agile. So, my experience in Agile processes has given me a good understanding of how to work well in a team and improve our work in each round. In addition to these regular activities, we also focused on continuous learning, regularly checking in with each other, and adapting our plans based on feedback to make sure our project’s success.
Tell me about your role and responsibilities? / Role - (Tell me about your role)
My role as an automation engineer is to analyze and automate test cases to efficiently find defects to improve the quality of the product and maintain, and automate my regression suite, in a continuous integration environment, my team and I handling weekly regression tests and also a major regression test before every release. I am also in charge of running daily smoke tests and analyzing these results actively participating in Agile ceremonies. If issues for service problems, I promptly contact developers, if script-related, I debug my scripts, for identified bugs, I reproduce and log defects. I use JIRA as a bug-tracking tool. Once developers fix reported bugs, I retest, and if the fix is successful, I close the bug. If not, I reopen it. Also, in addition to my responsibilities of automating the web application in test, I am also I charge of performing Database testing using SQL and for the API I use postman. Lastly, I am a cross- functional team member that is always willing to help my team in any way to achieve our sprint goal(s).
Why are you looking for a change now? / Why are you looking for a JOB?
I’m looking for a new job because my current project is ending soon although I have been extended an offer, I believe it’s the right time to look for new opportunities even though I’ve enjoyed my current role very much. I’m seeking a change for new challenges and professional growth if the right opportunity comes, I will take it.
Can you start tomorrow?
Unfortunately, I can’t start tomorrow because it wouldn’t be fair to my current company, and my team wouldn’t be happy. It doesn’t seem professional, and I’ve never done that before. I’m sorry, but I need to share my automation framework knowledge with my team before I leave.
What compensation are you looking for?
With my experience and expertise in this field, I am seeking a salary between $X and $ Y for my next role. I have researched comparable positions and spoken with individuals in similar organizations to confirm this range. I am confident that I would bring value to your team and am eager to learn more about the role’s budget and other employee benefits. (“What are you offering for this position?” or “What do you usually pay for a QA position at this level?” “What is the range that you have for this position?” It’s always better to hear a number from them first!)
How soon can you start a new job?
After I get an official offer letter, I need to give 2 weeks’ notice to my current employer. Would that be fine for you?
Can you provide us with references and may we contact them?
Yes, I can provide you references after I get submitted and have an interview. I don’t want my colleagues to be bothered unless I have something firm. Also, I do get calls regularly since I am in the market, and I don’t want to be giving references unless certainly getting interviews.
