Cummins·Software Engineer

Cummins Software Engineer interview experience

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Toronto, ONPosted Sep 2024 · Candidate report, summarized by Dataford

I experienced a fairly classic two-to-three step structure where soft skills and resume-based technical fit were tested early, then followed by a team-oriented interview.

Behavioral + technical combined screen — I answered common behavioral questions (including admitting mistakes) and was also asked to explain how I used technical concepts to solve an engineering problem.
HR/soft-skills screening — An HR conversation focusing on fit and my ability to work effectively.
Hiring manager + team round — I discussed job-specific experience and collaboration, with an emphasis on soft skills and a small amount of technical depth. Outcome: I didn’t move forward, but the path was clear: behavioral fit first, then hiring-manager/team validation.

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