I applied online. The process took 2 weeks. I interviewed at Kraken (Londra, Inghilterra) in Dec 2024
Interview
5-Stage Application Process:
Application: Submitted via the company website with a cover letter and a response to "What stands out to you about working with Kraken?"
Video Screening: 45-minute call with an internal recruiter to assess experience, competencies, and salary expectations.
Technical Challenge: Implement a Python command to import electricity meter readings, integrated with a basic Django application.
Technical Interview: If shortlisted, discuss the technical challenge, including issues encountered and potential future scope.
Final Interview: General discussion covering motivation, aspirations, preferred working style, and past project experiences.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
Give an example of a time where you were criticised at work, and how you dealt with that critcism.
I applied online. The process took 2 weeks. I interviewed at Kraken (Londra, Inghilterra) in Dec 2024
Interview
First stage HR call, followed by a take home task, recommended time 3h. Feedback was very nit-picky and focussed on things that weren’t predictive of engineering ability in my opinion. I then asked some follow-up questions and was ignored. I’d say don’t waste your time applying here.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
Take home Django task based on reading a flow file
Interview was really fast and the responses for each step were coming within 1-2 days. The technical challenge required me to use a specific technology I wasn't that used to, but it was still doable. I was asked to do the project for 5 or so hours and just write what I would have done if I had more time. Since it required me to learn many new things I took more time with it, but I could still submit it within around 5 days.
Each interview had a very friendly atmosphere and I was in contact with HR in between in case I had any follow up questions.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
What would you do with this project if you had more time?