I interviewed at Eli Lilly and Company (Indianapolis, IN)
Interview
Submitted application, waited about a week or so until got an email saying I was being scheduled for a phone screen, then 2 rounds of interviews over Zoom. Pretty clear and streamlined process.
I applied online. I interviewed at Eli Lilly and Company (Gurgaon, Haryana) in Apr 2024
Interview
The interview was an exceptional experience from start to finish. The overall atmosphere was positive and welcoming, making the process enjoyable. The interviewer stood out with their high level of involvement and professionalism. They asked insightful questions and made me feel comfortable, demonstrating genuine interest in my responses. Their excellent demeanor and attentiveness contributed to a smooth and engaging conversation. I left the interview feeling confident and valued, appreciating the opportunity to discuss my qualifications in such a supportive environment. This positive interaction reinforced my enthusiasm for the role and the company. Overall, it was a truly wonderful experience.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
tell me about yourself and what do you know about the company
I applied through a recruiter. The process took 2 days. I interviewed at Eli Lilly and Company (Bengaluru) in May 2024
Interview
Do not expect any formal recruiter introduction or even a proper introduction from the interviewers. The interviewee simply joined the call, said "Hi," and immediately began the interrogation process. In a 45-minute interview, the interviewer tested Python coding, shell scripting, system design (including designing a three-tier web application in AWS), and networking concepts. As if that wasn't enough, another person joined the call without any introduction and started asking questions about Kubernetes. There was no thinking time provided after each question, and the interviewers did not offer clear instructions or assistance. They judged my responses immediately, assuming that candidates should have everything memorized like college students. The experience was incredibly unprofessional. While I understand I may not have met the job criteria, the interviewers could have at least created a positive interview experience. I was shocked that such a viva-like interview still exists when the industry has moved on to job-related and scenario-based questions. It's no wonder the company has so many negative reviews on Glassdoor. Thank you to the interviewers for this eye-opening experience; otherwise, I might have ended up like you after a year.
Interview questions [5]
Question 1
Questions on networking , both on premises and cloud based