Foundation Software Software Engineer Interview Questions
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I reached out to them directly because I was interested in the company's reputation and its ranking as a local employer, plus their location. I was interviewed quickly and sent some paperwork by email to complete and bring with me. The interview itself was low-key, and both interviewers, one from technical and one from HR, were pleasant, friendly, and very enthusiastic about the company. They were maybe a little *too* enthusiastic. When I asked questions, their answers tempered my initial positive feelings. After the interview, I had to take a computer-based test with logic and math problems. The math questions were a surprise; the word problems were quite unusual. Some were straightforward, but then there were the problems requiring solving for two variables. Even though I was a math whiz in school, with honors math and pre-calc, and continued that trend in college, it's been a long time. Honestly, in my years as an experienced developer, I can't recall ever needing to solve a two-variable math problem outside of school. I'm sure I could have figured it out quickly, but not under the pressure of a timed test with so many questions and with my waning interest. Time was ticking, and I just wasn't feeling it, so I left the test early, leaving many questions unanswered. When I got back to my current job, I asked a sharp, younger colleague to solve the loose change problem. He figured it out using a spreadsheet, which was clever. If you're interviewing here, I'd suggest practicing solving problems with two or more variables beforehand. Back to my initial impression versus reality: the company does rank highly in local polls, and despite minimal reviews, it's a beautiful campus with seemingly happy employees. However, I'm looking to leave a better environment, so this wouldn't have been the place for me, even if I had aced the test. The PTO wasn't generous, and the building had strict hours, like 8-5, with no flexibility for coming in early or staying late, and no weekend work allowed unless you could trade it for another day off, which wasn't an option. Working from home wasn't allowed either, which struck me as odd these days and was a deal-breaker. Facing a huge snowstorm means you have to get to the office. The interviewers praised the company's benefits and the owner's generosity, but comparing it to my current situation, it felt like a downgrade. If you're interested, interview and see for yourself. Ask lots of questions to get a clear picture beyond the interviewers' enthusiasm.

I was sent a pre-qualification questionnaire to fill out and return. Then I had two on-site tests. The first test was a timed computer test with math word problems, mostly algebra. The second was a written test with C#, database, JavaScript, and AngularJS questions. I had two separate on-site interviews on different dates, both disorganized. The first was a panel with the director and developers, asking standard questions. The second was with the director and president, discussing job specifics. Both times, they commented on my suit, some rudely, as dressing up is not common there. I asked for a tour after the second interview, and the response was dismissive, allowing only a quick look into one area. They communicated well and responded quickly, saying they didn't like to make people wait. I believe there was also a background check and an offer stage.

I met Foundation Software folks at an SQL conference and they were super nice. I was told to email them through their website. They got back to me and invited me to schedule an assessment. They said it would be 75 minutes for math and 75 minutes for programming, but didn't specify the languages for the programming part.