What criteria would you use when selecting candidates to assess their fit for the team?

When selecting candidates to assess their fit for a QA/QA Automation team, I would pay attention to the following criteria:

• Technical skills: knowledge of automation tools (Selenium, Appium, Postman, etc.), ability to write tests in chosen programming languages (Python, Java, etc.).
• Understanding of testing processes: ability to develop test plans, test cases, experience with bug tracking systems.
• Communication: ability to clearly and effectively explain problems, work in a team, accept and give constructive feedback.
• Flexibility and learnability: readiness to quickly master new technologies and approaches.
• Cultural fit: values and work style that align with the team, such as a focus on quality, responsibility.

For example, for a junior, it is important to check basic knowledge and motivation, while for a middle level, experience in solving real tasks and the ability to work in a team are crucial.