GSK Software Engineer Interview Questions
& Process
Real candidates share what happened, how many rounds they had,
and how the experience turned out.
Based on 74 interview experiences · FREE TO READ
Candidate interview experiences
First-hand accounts from people who interviewed at GSK.
GSK
Software Engineer
Mid Average Negative experience No offer 4 rounds
Interview process
Recruiter call Take home Technical screen Technical screen
Interview formats
Technical Coding
The interview process included an initial HR screening, followed by a take-home programming task. Then, there were two technical interviews. The coordination from overseas made the whole process very slow. After the final round, I had to wait several weeks for a response. They eventually declined my application, but I had already accepted another job offer by then. The technical challenges were engaging, but the overall hiring experience was quite frustrating.
Confirmed questions2 questions
- Can you explain the bias-variance tradeoff?
- Could you elaborate on the differences between Bayesian and frequentist inference?
GSK
Programmer
Entry Average Positive experience No offer 4 rounds
Interview process
Recruiter call Phone screen Background check Onsite
Interview formats
Behavioral Technical
It was a positive experience overall, everything was well explained on the website and you are regularly updated by email (even if they decide not to take your application further). After I was contacted on LinkedIn by a recruiter, I completed the online application and passed the online tests, then I did a phone interview. Then if you get recommended by the recruiting company, the actual HR team reviews your application (that's the furthest I got), then if you get it you go to the assessment day where they meet you face to face (more info on their website). The only "negative" thing about this process was: when the recruitment company sent me an email to confirm my interview, they specified that the interview was going to be in English only. I was aware that being bilingual (English/French) was a requirement to apply (and I am bilingual) but they didn't specify that this specific interview was going to be in both English and French. I thought there was going to be another one in French. It wasn't that bad of an experience, I managed to do well but it would have been helpful to know ahead of time so I can at least prepare for my interview in both languages.
Confirmed questions1 question
- Most questions were personality questions, and the STAR approach is useful in this case.
GSK
Software Engineer Intern
Intern Difficult Positive experience Accept offer 7 rounds
Interview process
Recruiter call Take home Technical screen Presentation Technical screen Background check Offer
Interview formats
Coding Case Technical Behavioral Group
After applying online, there was a numerical and logical reasoning test, and a company values test. This was followed by a video interview where I answered 5 questions (4 competency-based and 1 technical). The final stage was an assessment center which included a presentation on a pre-assigned case study, a technical interview, a behavioral interview, and a 30-minute group discussion.
Confirmed questions2 questions
- Can you describe a time you faced ambiguity and how you handled it?
- What information is necessary to know when combining two liquids?
GSK Software Engineer Interview Questions
Quoted word for word from GSK interview reports.
“Immediately after the group exercise, how would you suggest improving your performance in it, considering you are in front of the group and the panel of assessors?”
Read reports →“Explain the value of Manufacturing and Supply - Pharmaceutical Science to a company like GSK.”
Read reports →“Can you explain how your selected division aligns with GSK and the broader pharmaceutical industry?”
Read reports →“How would you approach a scenario involving bribes, and what would be your preferred course of action?”
Read reports →“Can you tell me about the databases, repositories, and languages you utilized for your academic projects?”
Read report →“Can you share an instance where you helped in the development of a team member or employee?”
Read report →“Can you share an instance where you received feedback, how you implemented changes based on it, and if you actively sought feedback?”
Read report →“What are your goals for your initial 30, 60, and 90 days in this role?”
Read report →“What do you consider to be your main strengths and areas for development as an engineer?”
Read report →Formats, difficulty and experience
Across all 74 GSK interview reports.