The interview was virtual via HireVue. Questions would pop up on the screen and the interviewee records the answer. There was approximately 120 seconds to prepare and up to 5 mins to answer.
You would get a second try to record your answer. There is a practice questions round before the actual interview to get familiarized with the software.
What attracted you to apply for this job and how did you learn about it?
If you were given two ingredients only: mixed flour and water, how would you design an experiment to decide the optimal ratio?
What is p value in a t-test?
Describe a time you had to leverage your programming/scripting skills
How would you explain why sun looks redder during sunset compared to midday to a 6 y/o?
The following metrics were computed from 1 interview experience for the Illumina Developer 1 Engineer role in San Diego, California.
Illumina's interview process for their Developer 1 Engineer roles in San Diego, California is extremely selective, failing the vast majority of engineers.
Candidates reported having mixed feelings for Illumina's Developer 1 Engineer interview process in San Diego, California.