For when I’m asked, “Do you have any questions for us?”

Getting to know the interviewer

• Why do you work here? (Do they have any intrinsic motivations?)
• What does a day in your life at this job look like?
• What’s the biggest struggle you’ve had here? Why?
• What’s your favourite thing to have shipped? Why?
• Where do you see yourself at this company in the next 2 years? (Interesting way to know tenure of employees. Also a gander at lateral mobility & growth within the company)

Company dynamics

• What is the software development process here like? (testing, pair-programming, contributing, bug tracking, version control)
• What management style does my immediate manager have?
• What is the performance review process like?

Setting myself up for success

• What are some things you’ve seen new teammates struggle with?
• Were I to join, what advice would you give me to ensure my success on the team?