Which tests to combine for a technical or IT role

For a technical or IT role, the combination that adds the most signal is a cognitive base (Wonderlic) to describe how the person reasons and learns, a technical test from the catalog according to the role, a personality measure (Big Five), and a group of technical competencies (problem solving, teamwork, communication). Technical knowledge alone doesn’t describe a strong technical profile: the combination does.

Why combine for technical roles

In tech, knowledge changes fast, so what the person already knows (technical test) matters as much as their ability to learn what’s coming (cognitive) and how they work with others (personality and competencies). A single piece leaves gaps. The combination adds signal, not a forecast of how well they’ll perform in real code.

The suggested combination

Piece	What it adds to a technical or IT role
Cognitive base (Wonderlic)	How they reason and how fast they learn new tech
Technical test	Role-specific knowledge (from the technical catalog)
Personality (Big Five)	Openness, conscientiousness, and collaboration style
Technical competencies	Problem solving, teamwork, communication

How to read the result

The combination describes knowledge, aptitudes, and styles that you interpret according to your stack and your team. A profile that’s strong on the technical side but low on openness may call for closer attention to how they integrate into the team. The assessment doesn’t decide or predict: the person decides how they present themselves and you validate in the technical interview with a common criterion.

In short

For a technical or IT role, combine Wonderlic cognitive + technical test + Big Five + technical competencies. Each piece covers a part of the role. Explore the tests in Kokoro’s library and build your combination, or try it free in the product.