SRI International Interview Questions
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Electrical Engineer
Entry Average Positive experience No offer 2 rounds
Interview process
Recruiter call Technical screen Onsite
Interview formats
Behavioral Technical
I had two interviews, one with HR and then one with the Technical Hiring Manager. Both interviews focused on general behavioral questions and information about the role. If they liked me and considered me after those two interviews, the next step would have been an onsite visit.
Confirmed questions1 question
- Could you elaborate on a specific project listed on your resume?
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Software Engineer
Entry Average Positive experience No offer 1 round
Interview process
Technical screen
Interview formats
Technical Coding
Good interview and the interviewer was friendly c,python basics and dsa and embedded systems c,python basics and dsa and embedded systems c,python basics and dsa and embedded systems c,python basics and dsa and embedded systems c,python basics and dsa and embedded systems
Confirmed questions5 questions
- C, Python basics and DSA and embedded systems
- C, Python basics and DSA and embedded systems
- C, Python basics and DSA and embedded systems
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Project Controller
Mid Average Negative experience No offer 3 rounds
Interview process
Recruiter call Phone screen Technical screen Presentation Background check Offer
Interview formats
Behavioral Technical Presentation
I talked to a recruiter who mentioned three jobs, Project Controller III to Manager in Biosciences, using my NIH and FP&A background. They didn't really explain the next steps, just said someone would reach out because the previous people left. The whole thing took over a month and had three interviews. It was unclear when they'd hire, how many interviews there'd be, or who I'd meet. After my last interview with the VP of FP&A, they hinted I might move on. But two weeks later, they said they weren't filling that specific role. The whole process felt messy and like they didn't care about our time or the urgent need to fill the job.
Confirmed questions2 questions
- Can you share your experience working with the NIH and explain what makes it distinct?
- How do you foster relationships with PIs, and can you give examples from your past?
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Researcher
Entry Average Negative experience No offer 1 round
Interview process
Recruiter call
Interview formats
Behavioral Technical
The first stage focused a lot on my research background, which I guess makes sense for a research role. But the interaction was kinda weird. The recruiter didn't really tell me anything about the job or the company, and didn't seem interested in getting to know me either. It was all about my research projects and she sounded kinda aggressive. When I tried to ask about the role or the company vibe, she seemed annoyed and uninterested. So, my advice is definitely be ready to deep dive into your research skills, as that's probably the main thing they're looking for.
Confirmed questions1 question
- Can you tell me about your experience with data clustering?
SRI International Interview Questions
Quoted word for word from SRI International interview reports.
“Which number from the sequence did you not remember?”
Read reports →“Explain something complicated in 5 minutes, anything like a religion or a system.”
Read reports →“Can you explain some in-depth technical aspects of independent component analysis or blind deconvolution?”
Read reports →“Who inspires you or who do you look up to?”
Read reports →“Can you discuss the data sheets for EllSA analysis?”
Read report →“Can you state the order of the numbers I asked you to remember?”
Read report →“Are you a Veteran or currently serving in the U.S. Military.”
Read report →“Can you solve this problem or riddle right now?”
Read report →“What's your take on traveling with little to no warning?”
Read report →Formats, difficulty and experience
Across all 108 SRI International interview reports.