5 Questions to Ask in a Software Developer Job Interview

In a job interview you’re always being asked questions, but what about towards the end of the interview when the interviewer asks if you have any questions for them? I have five questions, plus a bonus question, that you may be interested in asking during your next software developer job interview.

Forgoing the opportunity to ask questions means missing out on the opportunity to learn about the nature of the work the role entails, the culture of the organization, and much more.

Of course it’s better to ask questions that you’re genuinely interested in having answered, but maybe I’ll shed some light on questions you didn’t know you wanted answered.

1. Who are the members of the team I’ll be joining?
2. Where are your former software developers now?
3. What technologies is the company using?
4. Why do you like working here?
5. Why are you bringing on a software developer?
Bonus. Ask about the company.

I also have a few updates I address towards the end of this video. Enjoy!

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[fknight]

0:40 Who are the members of the team I’ll be joining?
2:19 Where are your former software developers now?
2:50 What technologies is the company using?
3:35 Why do you like working here?
4:25 Why are you bringing on a software developer?
4:45 Bonus Question
5:45 Updates

What’re your favorite questions to ask in a job interview? DROP THEM BELOW!!

[CodyEngelCodes]

"What was the most difficult problem you've had to solve while working here?" is one that I have not asked personally but have enjoyed answering as an interviewer. To me it shows the candidate is interested in solving difficult problems and wants to make sure they are joining a team which will have difficult or interesting problems to solve.

[brysonrafael]

Just asked these questions in 2 different interviews today, one technical and one screening. Both interviewers were thrown off and impressed that I even asked these questions. Great job and thanks so much!

[TheSlyDragon]

Just in time I got the second part of my interview tomorrow wish me luck.

[NaawG]

Hopefully I land this job as CEO of Google. Wish me luck

[ghee]

A big one I ask in interviews where it's a senior/lead: What do you wish you'd known earlier when you first started here?

[Eugene.Berezin]

I usually ask how I can be successful at your team, company. I also ask what problem you’re trying to solve hiring me, what I should be ready for?

[davesharp]

Good advice. I think another good side effect of asking the interviewer questions is breaking out of the "they ask"/"you answer" format into a conversation which I think helps them see more personality and hopefully stand out.

[Timzge]

im still a student in high school but these questions helped me know what to expect👌👍thanks🙏

[zizothegreat]

Last week I had my first interview and they asked if I had any questions. I was disappointed because I wasn't ready for that besides asking them what type of technology they use and what they expect out of their interns. Tomorrow morning I have my second interview lined up and this time I will be more ready. Thanks man.

[gamerslife]

Great video Forrest i especially love the "Why do you want like working here?" question, i already know this is definitely going to catch them out.

[andrewtechful]

Great question ideas. Congrats on 100K! Well deserved man, keep up the good work 👍

[revanthtiruveedhi]

Great video, just like every video! I always love learning more about succeeding and finding the right resources to get myself ready for my next job/internship. I appreciate the helpful and informative content

[RonWaller]

Congrats Forrest on making it to 100K man. Look forward to seeing the fancy play button hanging on the wall. Also looking forward to seeing your new computer build.

[helanomiguel]

Congratulations on the 100k, always coming up with very good content. I think I already metioned that I just got my very first job as a Software developer, and your content did help me a lot. keep it up. regards

[hotelbrh]

Correction
I'm Brazilian, I admire your work a lot.
Very good.

[morethanprogrammer]

Wow wow, important topic to cover! Haven't seen other videos on it yet.
(Even though it don't apply to me atm, but it's something that's on my mind when actually applying for jobs)

[PJ-dxqo]

Great video, very informative. Congrats for the 100k!

[hotelbrh]

I'm Brasileiro, I really admire your work.

[FFCloud]

This... Literally came at a good time for me