Question Types
Understanding different question types helps you create effective interview templates that accurately assess candidates.
Technical Questions
Assess hard skills, domain knowledge, and technical expertise.
Best For
- • Engineering and development roles
- • Specialized professional positions
- • Roles requiring specific technical certifications
Example Questions
- "Explain how you would optimize a database query that's running slowly."
- "Walk me through your approach to debugging a production issue."
- "How would you design a scalable architecture for [specific use case]?"
What AI Evaluates
- • Technical accuracy and depth of knowledge
- • Problem-solving methodology
- • Understanding of best practices
- • Ability to explain complex concepts clearly
Behavioral Questions
Evaluate soft skills, past experiences, and how candidates handle real-world situations.
Best For
- • Leadership and management roles
- • Customer-facing positions
- • Team collaboration assessment
Example Questions (STAR Method)
- "Tell me about a time when you had to deal with a difficult team member."
- "Describe a situation where you had to meet a tight deadline."
- "Give an example of when you took initiative on a project."
What AI Evaluates
- • Use of STAR framework (Situation, Task, Action, Result)
- • Self-awareness and reflection
- • Interpersonal skills and emotional intelligence
- • Learning from experiences
Situational Questions
Present hypothetical scenarios to assess judgment, decision-making, and problem-solving.
Best For
- • Testing adaptability and quick thinking
- • Assessing crisis management skills
- • Evaluating ethical decision-making
Example Questions
- "What would you do if you discovered a critical security vulnerability in production?"
- "How would you handle a client who is unhappy with your team's work?"
- "If you had to choose between meeting a deadline and ensuring quality, what would you do?"
What AI Evaluates
- • Critical thinking and reasoning
- • Prioritization and decision-making process
- • Alignment with company values
- • Risk assessment and mitigation
Communication & Presentation Questions
Assess ability to articulate ideas clearly and present information effectively.
Best For
- • Sales and business development roles
- • Teaching and training positions
- • Client-facing technical roles
Example Questions
- "Explain [complex concept] to someone with no technical background."
- "Describe your ideal work environment and why."
- "Tell me about your professional background and what led you here."
What AI Evaluates
- • Clarity and organization of thoughts
- • Ability to simplify complex topics
- • Verbal fluency and confidence
- • Engagement and enthusiasm
Best Practices for Question Selection
Mix Question Types
Use a combination of technical, behavioral, and situational questions for a well-rounded assessment.
Be Specific
Vague questions lead to vague answers. Make questions specific to the role and your company needs.
Set Clear Evaluation Criteria
Define expected answer points so AI can evaluate responses accurately and consistently.