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What this posting asks for

Level: Senior — The title says "Senior".

Main responsibilities

  • Design a robust multi-cloud network architecture that supports our growing infrastructure needs.
  • Create detailed network diagrams and documentation to guide implementation.
  • Develop plans for network scalability and maintain our Meraki networks to ensure reliable performance.
  • Assist in deploying VPN and VDI solutions within our multi-cloud environment.
  • Support integration efforts among network components and facilitate training for junior engineers and support staff.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure smooth implementation of network services and provide on-call support to resolve any issues that arise.
  • Monitor network performance metrics to identify areas for improvement.
  • Analyze traffic patterns to optimize resource allocation and enhance efficiency through performance tuning adjustments.
  • Implement Zero Trust security principles throughout the network infrastructure to enhance security.
  • Work with security teams to define and implement comprehensive security policies.

Competencies an interviewer will look for

  • Technical skill Core
    In the posting: “In this role, you'll collaborate with engineering, security, and operations teams to drive automation and implement Zero Trust security, ensuring our systems…” · “Design a robust multi-cloud network architecture that supports our growing infrastructure needs.” · “Generate regular reports on performance and collaborate with engineering teams to resolve any performance-related challenges.”
    Show it by: Names the tools, languages or systems used and how; Explains a technical choice and its trade-off.
  • Problem solving Core
    In the posting: “Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure smooth implementation of network services and provide on-call support to resolve any issues that arise.” · “Generate regular reports on performance and collaborate with engineering teams to resolve any performance-related challenges.” · “Diagnose and address network connectivity issues within the VPN and VDI infrastructure.”
    Show it by: Describes a real problem, the options considered and the one chosen; Shows how the cause was found, not just the fix.
  • Communication Core
    In the posting: “Create detailed network diagrams and documentation to guide implementation.” · “Provide detailed documentation of troubleshooting processes for future reference.” · “Maintain detailed documentation of network configurations and any changes made.”
    Show it by: Adapts the message to the listener; Gives an example of explaining something clearly in writing or speech.
  • Teamwork and collaboration Core
    In the posting: “In this role, you'll collaborate with engineering, security, and operations teams to drive automation and implement Zero Trust security, ensuring our systems…” · “Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure smooth implementation of network services and provide on-call support to resolve any issues that arise.” · “Generate regular reports on performance and collaborate with engineering teams to resolve any performance-related challenges.”
    Show it by: Says what they did inside a team, not only what 'we' did; Shows how a disagreement was handled.
  • Planning and organisation Core
    In the posting: “By taking advantage of all structured and unstructured data — securing and protecting private information more effectively — Elastic’s complete, cloud-based …” · “If you enjoy building robust networks and making a real impact within an organization, this position offers a chance to do just that.” · “Oversee the design and deployment of VDI infrastructure tailored to meet organizational needs.”
    Show it by: Shows how priorities were set when everything was urgent; Mentions deadlines met and how.
  • Data and analysis Core
    In the posting: “Elastic, the Search AI Company, enables everyone to find the answers they need in real time, using all their data, at scale — unleashing the potential of bus…” · “By taking advantage of all structured and unstructured data — securing and protecting private information more effectively — Elastic’s complete, cloud-based …” · “Monitor network performance metrics to identify areas for improvement.”
    Show it by: Uses a number to describe the situation or the result; Explains what the data showed and what was done with it.
  • Attention to detail and quality Core
    In the posting: “The Elastic Search AI Platform, used by more than 50% of the Fortune 500, brings together the precision of search and the intelligence of AI to enable everyo…” · “Update architectural diagrams to accurately represent the current network topology and VDI setup.” · “Develop standard operating procedures for network maintenance and troubleshooting, while managing a knowledge base with best practices and lessons learned.”
    Show it by: Gives an example of an error caught before it caused harm; Names the check or standard they used.
  • Customer focus Supporting
    In the posting: “Configure and manage VDI solutions to ensure optimal performance and a positive user experience.”
    Show it by: Puts the customer's need in their own words; Shows a result for the customer, not only for the company.
  • Adaptability and learning Supporting
    In the posting: “Ability to craft your calendar with flexible locations and schedules for many roles”
    Show it by: Describes learning something new quickly and using it; Shows a change of plan and how they adjusted.

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  1. Tell me about yourself. Dedicated step-by-step practice.
  2. If an interviewer asks something improper How to respond to questions about age, family, origin or health.
  3. Built from this posting (8):
  4. Walk me through a piece of work where you used your strongest technical skill. What exactly did you do? From this posting
  5. Tell me about a difficult problem you solved at work. How did you find the cause? From this posting
  6. Tell me about a time you had to explain something complex to someone outside your field. From this posting
  7. Describe a time you worked with another team to deliver something. What was your part? From this posting
  8. How have you used training in your work? Walk me through one real example. From this posting
  9. Tell me about a problem you solved using scheduling. From this posting
  10. Tell me about a time you helped someone on your team get better at their work. From this posting
  11. Describe a time you went out of your way to solve a customer's problem. From this posting
  12. Two managers ask you to book the same room at the same time. What do you do?
  13. Describe a time you handled an upset customer or colleague.
  14. Tell me about a time you had several deadlines at once. How did you decide what to do first?
  15. Give an example of a mistake you caught before it caused a problem.
  16. Tell me about a time you taught someone how to do something.
  17. Describe a time you took the lead without being asked.
  18. Tell me about a time you had to explain something complicated in simple terms.
  19. Describe a process you improved.
  20. Do you have any questions for us?
  21. Why do you want to work here?
  22. Why is there a gap in your employment? Difficult question
  23. Why did you leave your last job? Difficult question
  24. Why are you changing careers? Difficult question
  25. What is your greatest weakness? Difficult question
  26. What are your salary expectations? Difficult question
  27. You seem overqualified for this role. Why do you want it? Difficult question
  28. Improper-question practice: How old are you? / Do you have children? / Where are you from originally?
  29. A customer is angry about a delay you did not cause. What do you do?
  30. How do you keep track of many open customer requests?
  31. Tell me about a time you could not give a customer what they wanted.
  32. You find that the inventory count does not match the system. What do you do?
  33. Tell me about a time a shipment or delivery went wrong.
  34. How do you make sure safety rules are followed on a busy shift?
  35. How have you used spreadsheets in your work?
  36. Tell me about a time you had to enter or check a lot of data accurately.
  37. Tell me about a sale or agreement you are proud of.
  38. A prospect says your price is too high. How do you respond?
  39. How do you keep your pipeline organised?
  40. Tell me about a technical problem you solved on your own.
  41. You find a bug right before a release. What do you do?
  42. Walk me through how you would check whether a report's numbers are right.