Top 10 interview questions for Tech Roles.
Applying for tech jobs can be tough — especially in English. Many learners think they need perfect grammar to pass an interview. But let’s be honest: even native speakers don’t always speak “perfect” English.
Here’s the good news:
You don’t need perfect English. You just need structure, preparation, and a bit of confidence.
In this blog, we’ll explore 10 of the most common tech interview questions, with sample answers to help you sound clear and professional — even if you’re not fluent.
1. Tell me about yourself
Structure:
- Your name and where you’re from
- Educational background
- Recent job experience
- Top skills or specialties
💬 Example Answer:
“Hello, my name is John Doe and I’m from the United States. I have a bachelor’s degree in computer science from [your university]. I’ve been working as a back-end engineer for [X years], and I specialize in Go and MySQL.”
2. What is your biggest weakness?
Choose a real weakness that’s manageable, and explain how you’re improving it.
💬 Example Answer:
“My biggest weakness is time management. I’ve been improving this by using calendar reminders and alarms to stay on track.”
3. Can you explain the last project you worked on?
Structure:
a. What the project is
b. Your role in the project
c. Any major challenges
d. The final result
💬 Example Answer:
“The last project I worked on involved AI microservices for customer support. My role was setting up the chatbot system for the client. One major challenge was learning a new technology and integrating it into their existing infrastructure. In the end, the client was happy with the final product.”
4. Tell me about a time you had a conflict with a coworker
If you’ve never had a conflict, explain how you would handle one.
💬 Example Answer:
“In my last project, I had a conflict with a coworker because they didn’t like that I asked for clarification on their Jira notes. When I asked another teammate if they understood the message, they agreed it was unclear. I politely asked the coworker to add a bit more context next time so I wouldn't have to keep asking. They understood and began writing clearer notes.”
5. How do you handle feedback?
Use this sentence starter:
“I see feedback as...”
💬 Example Answer:
“I see feedback as a way to grow and improve. In my last role, I struggled with Git. A coworker noticed and shared a great resource. That helped me learn and contribute more effectively.”
6. How do you stay up to date with tech trends?
Mention news sources, blogs, apps, or courses.
💬 Example Answer:
“I stay updated using an app called Feedly. It combines tech news from different sources in one place. I also try to take online courses and attend webinars during the year to keep my skills sharp.”
7. Why should we hire you?
Highlight your key skills (mix of hard and soft).
💬 Example Answer:
“You should hire me because I have several years of experience in back-end development and have worked with technologies like Jenkins, Redis, and Kafka. I’m also a strong communicator and a fast learner.”
8. How do you prioritize your tasks?
💬 Example Answer:
“I prioritize tasks based on business needs. If a deadline is near, I focus on that first. If I have extra time, I work on future tasks or contribute to the backlog.”
9. What’s your opinion on debugging?
💬 Example Answer:
“I believe debugging is a core part of being a developer. It’s how we maintain a stable product and make sure we deliver high-quality work.”
10. Do you have any questions for me?
Ask about the company, culture, or work environment — not salary.
💬 Example Questions:
“Can you tell me more about the company culture?”
“Is there an opportunity for hybrid work?”
🧠 Tips to Sound Like a Pro
- Keep your answers short and structured
- Use real examples from your job experience
- Practice your answers out loud or with a tutor
- Write your answers down to organize your thoughts
Ready to Practice?
💬 Want to feel more confident before your next interview?
📅 Book a lesson with me and let’s practice your answers together — with feedback and structure that works for you.
Thank you for reading, and good luck with your job search and language journey.
— CTRL Speak
