The interview was scheduled in EST, which meant that it took place during the evening hours in Europe. This timing required me to adjust my routine and ensure I was fully prepared despite the later hour. The interviewer was alone, without the presence of any other panel members. I was asked a series of technical questions. Apart from the technical questions, the interview also asked to perform a python test, which was designed to evaluate my programming skills and ability to solve problems efficiently under time constraints.

One thing I found challenging during the interview was the format of the behavioral question about exceeding expectations. I began answering using the STAR method to provide a structured and complete response, but I was frequently interrupted with follow-up questions before I could finish my thought. As a non-native English speaker, this was particularly difficult for me. When I was interrupted, I lost track of where I was in my story and struggled to refocus and pick up from where I had left off. It disrupted my train of thought and made it hard to deliver the full context and outcome of the situation I was describing. I would have felt more comfortable and confident if I had been given the space to complete my answer before follow-up questions were asked.