Solutions Architect Interview Experience - Chicago, Illinois
Process
I was called for a screening interview. The hiring manager spoke with me directly and spent as much time explaining the position as asking about my background.
We spoke for about 30 minutes. Although he said he would inform me of the decision, other times I have applied to IBM, been interviewed, and never heard back.
Questions
It was general. They asked me about my general background. It was very free form.
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Interview Statistics
The following metrics were computed from 2 interview experiences for the IBM Solutions Architect role in Chicago, Illinois.
Success Rate
IBM's interview process for their Solutions Architect roles in Chicago, Illinois is extremely selective, failing the vast majority of engineers.
Experience Rating
Candidates reported having very negative feelings for IBM's Solutions Architect interview process in Chicago, Illinois.
IBM Work Experiences
- 1.0Constant Reorgs and LayoffsSolutions Architect • Current EmployeeChicago, Illinois, United StatesFebruary 8, 2021Pros: Talented People You Work WithCons: Reorganizations do little to benefit customers. Constant resource actions.
- 3.0Good Benefits, Bad StrategySolutions Architect • Current EmployeeChicago, Illinois, United StatesMay 16, 2016Pros: Great benefits, relatively good work-life balance.Cons: Poor management and lack of strategy when buying new companies and taking over new products.
- 5.0Great Coworkers, Great PlaceSolutions Architect • Current EmployeeDecember 3, 2025Pros: Great place to work, great coworkers.Cons: None that I can think of.
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