I applied online. I interviewed at Barclays (Knutsford, England) in Apr 2018
Interview
face to face interview, relaxed hall with the interviewer telling not to be nervous, better to have your game face so has to not get distracted by interviewers. overall its a good environment however its in the middle of an expensive enivironment
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
where do you see yourself in 5 years, before that we had like a standard interview screening demonstrating how you would respond to work like situation and how you would deal with clients
The interview process consisted of an online assessment followed by technical and HR interview rounds. The online assessment included aptitude, programming, and coding questions. The technical interview focused on data structures and algorithms, core computer science concepts, programming, and discussion of projects mentioned on the resume. The HR interview assessed communication skills, teamwork, motivation for joining Barclays, and overall cultural fit. The interviewers were professional and the process was well-structured.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
Explain one of the projects mentioned on your resume in detail, including your role, the technologies used, the challenges you faced, and how you solved them
The interview experience was professional and engaging, with a structured yet conversational flow. It felt slightly intense at times, but also thought-provoking and insightful. The questions challenged me to think clearly and communicate my ideas confidently. Overall, it was a valuable and motivating experience that pushed me outside my comfort zone while helping me reflect on my strengths and areas for growth.
The first round in the process is a 15 minute telephone interview with an associate. After that usually an in-office assessment center would take place with many other interview rounds ranging from analyst to partner.