Formal, structured, direct — German interviews differ from Indian HR rounds. Here's what actually happens.
Address the interviewer as 'Sie'. Arrive 5 minutes early. Bring 3 printed copies of your application. Dress formally unless signalled otherwise.
Competency-based questions dominate: STAR-method answers in German for 5–6 likely scenarios. Direct salary question: have a specific number ready.
Engineering and IT roles often include a technical test or live coding round. Thorough technical screening is standard — prepare accordingly.
Always ask questions: 'What does onboarding look like?', 'How is performance evaluated in year 1?', 'What are the main challenges for this team?'
Brief thank-you email within 24 hours. Follow up after 2 weeks. German hiring processes take 4–8 weeks — patience required.
