Description
Can you explain your motivation for moving from the role of a software engineer into testing, especially focusing on tools and automation?
1. Self-awareness : You should demonstrate an understanding of your own strengths and interests that align with testing roles.
2. Career progression : You need to convey how this transition aligns with your career goals and growth.
3. Understanding of testing : Illustrate your knowledge of the testing domain and its impact on the software development life cycle.
4. Passion for quality : Show your dedication to ensuring software quality and reliability through testing.
1. Career goal alignment : The interviewer wants to ensure your career goals align with the responsibilities of the testing role.
2. Fit for role : The question helps assess whether you have the right skills and motivation for the testing role.
3. Long-term potential : Understanding your motivations aids in determining if you'll be engaged and committed long-term in testing.
4. Value alignment : The interviewer is looking to see if your values align with the importance the company places on testing and quality.
1. Relate past experiences : Mention any previous experiences with testing or interest in quality that led you to make this transition.
2. Express enthusiasm : Convey excitement for the field of testing and automation and the problem-solving nature of the work.
3. Detail specific interests : Discuss specific areas of testing and automation that you find particularly appealing or interesting.