Introduction

Some may forget, but job interviews are a two-way street. Asking thoughtful questions during an interview round can help determine if a company and role are the right fit for you.

Over the years, I've compiled a short list of questions I tend to ask before starting a new project. I've divided them into two categories: Company-related inquiries to gain a broader understanding of the organization and role-related questions to delve into the specifics of the position.

I hope these questions will help others gain valuable insights about a company and a role.

Company related

• Is this role remote, hybrid, or on-site?
• What is the company size and overall structure?
• Where does development sit in the organization?
• Is part time working possible?
• What extra benefits does the company offer?
• Does the company support learning during working hours?
• What’s the company’s biggest priority right now?

Role related

• What is the overall role description?
• Why is this job open?
• What would the day-to-day tasks look like for this role?
• How do you measure success for this role?
• What is the current structure of the team?
• How does this role fit into that structure?
• What is the team's responsibility?
• How does the team prioritize, plan and execute projects?
• How are design decisions made in the team?
• How many meetings does the team have?
• Which tech stack do you use?
• What is the salary range for this role?