Many medium-sized companies are facing the challenge of future-proofing their software development. According to the German statistics portal Statista, the Indian IT market is experiencing an impressive upswing: 5.4 million developers work in the IT and BPM sector and IT exports are expected to reach USD 210 billion by 2025, according to a study by India Brand Equity Foundation IBEF.
The large number of highly qualified developers, particularly with experience in backend development, modern UI technologies and test automation, makes India a preferred destination for building international teams. However, the first step - the job interview - is crucial for a successful collaboration.
1. Global expansion of technical development
The Indian IT sector is experiencing strong growth and increasing demand for qualified specialists. Experts in the fields of artificial intelligence, machine learning and cloud technologies are particularly in demand.
For backend development, modern UI frameworks such as React or Angular and test automation with tools such as Selenium, Cypress or Robot Framework, you will find first-class expertise at very competitive conditions.
2. Remote interviews: Preparation is everything
A professionally conducted remote interview differs from a traditional on-site interview. The trend towards flexible working models is increasing - the candidates' expectations of your professionalism are correspondingly high.
In addition to a stable technical platform (Microsoft Teams, Zoom or Google Meet), a structured interview guide is crucial. Basic technical equipment: Stable internet connection, professional video conferencing tools and code sharing platforms such as VS Code Live Share.
Specialist topics such as backend expertise, UI development or test automation (Selenium, Google Test, Jenkins) should be specifically queried - ideally with practical tasks or code reviews.
3. Query technical expertise in a targeted manner
You should address specific tools during the technical evaluation: Modern development standards, testing frameworks such as Google Test or Selenium WebDriver as well as build systems (CMake) and CI/CD integration (Jenkins, GitHub Actions).
UI development includes React, Angular or Qt. For test automation, knowledge of Selenium, Cypress or Robot Framework is required.
A practical task or a short code review often reveals more than hours of theoretical discussions.
4. Home office as the norm
Many developers in India work exclusively remotely - often from home or from co-working spaces. This practice requires clear framework conditions: What are the core working hours? Which tools are used? Where is data stored and where is it not?
Particular attention needs to be paid to the infrastructure: hardware equipment (laptop, monitor), security standards (VPN, multi-factor authentication) and cloud-based development environments.
Moonlighting as a challenge: Developers work for other clients in addition to their main job. 65% of IT employees know someone who works part-time (Kotak Institutional Equities). Companies should formulate exclusivity clauses in employment contracts and establish transparent reporting obligations. All of this should be addressed in the job interview.
5. Remote testing and collaboration
Remote teams are particularly efficient when it comes to test automation - as long as everything is right. Cloud-based test systems, CI/CD pipelines and remotely accessible test frameworks enable seamless integration.
Knowledge should be queried in the job interview: Modern development standards, testing frameworks (Google Test, Selenium WebDriver, Cypress), CI/CD systems (Jenkins, GitHub Actions) and UI development (React, Angular, Qt).
Cloud testing with tools such as BrowserStack for cross-platform testing should be part of the standard equipment.
Conclusion
Remote job interviews are the first important step in setting up international development teams. Those who define clear requirements, address technical topics in a focused manner and address potential stumbling blocks such as moonlighting from the outset create the basis for successful long-term collaboration.
Global expertise is a real competitive advantage, especially in the areas of backend development, UI design and test automation. Those who set up the right structures now will secure access to a pool of highly qualified developers from India.
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