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Apple Software Development Engineer Test Interview Questions and Answers

Updated 31 May 2022

Apple Software Development Engineer Test Interview Experiences

2 interviews found

Round 1 - Technical 

(8 Questions)

  • Q1. 1. Optimised algorithm to find given number in 2D array
  • Ans. 

    Optimised algorithm to find given number in 2D array

    • Use binary search for each row to find the number

    • Start from top-right or bottom-left corner for faster search

    • Divide and conquer approach can also be used

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. 2. Write a code to return list of tuples where sum of tuple elements should be equal to given sum Ex: L = [1,2,3,4,5] S= 5 O/p [(2,3),(1,4)]
  • Ans. 

    Code to return list of tuples with elements summing up to given sum

    • Iterate through the list and check for pairs of elements whose sum equals the given sum

    • Add the pairs to a list of tuples and return the list

    • Use a nested loop to compare each element with all other elements in the list

  • Answered by AI
  • Q3. 3.write a code for balancing paranthesis
  • Ans. 

    Code to check if given string of parentheses is balanced or not.

    • Use a stack to keep track of opening parentheses

    • If a closing parenthesis is encountered, check if the top of stack is its corresponding opening parenthesis

    • If stack is empty or top of stack is not the corresponding opening parenthesis, return false

    • If all parentheses are balanced, return true

  • Answered by AI
  • Q4. 4. Testing tools related questions
  • Q5. 5. Git related questions
  • Q6. 6. Programming language (Python) related questions
  • Q7. 7. Testing related questions
  • Q8. 8. Situational based questions while working in Team

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Should have good knowledge on your previous projects & tools and technologies

Should familiar in problem solving and coding

Skills evaluated in this interview

Round 1 - Resume Shortlist 
Pro Tip by AmbitionBox:
Keep your resume crisp and to the point. A recruiter looks at your resume for an average of 6 seconds, make sure to leave the best impression.
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Round 2 - Coding Test 
Round 3 - Coding Test 
Round 4 - Coding Test 
Round 5 - Case Study 
Round 6 - Case Study 
Round 7 - HR 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Salary discussion and other informations

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - N/A

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Interview Questionnaire 

1 Question

  • Q1. What is python
  • Ans. 

    Python is a high-level, interpreted programming language known for its simplicity and ease of use.

    • Python is used for web development, data analysis, artificial intelligence, and more.

    • It has a large standard library and supports multiple programming paradigms.

    • Python code is easy to read and write, making it a popular choice for beginners.

    • Python uses indentation to indicate blocks of code, rather than curly braces or key...

  • Answered by AI

Skills evaluated in this interview

I appeared for an interview before May 2021.

Round 1 - Assignment 

(1 Question)

Round duration - 90 Minutes
Round difficulty - Medium

  • Q1. 

    Colorful Knapsack Problem

    You are given a set of 'N' stones, each with a specific weight and color. The goal is to fill a knapsack with exactly 'M' stones, choosing one stone of each color, so that the to...

  • Ans. 

    The goal is to fill a knapsack with exactly 'M' stones, choosing one stone of each color, minimizing the unused capacity.

    • Use dynamic programming to solve this problem efficiently.

    • Create a 2D array to keep track of the minimum unused capacity for each color and weight combination.

    • Iterate through the stones and colors to update the array with the minimum unused capacity.

    • Return the minimum unused capacity from the array a

  • Answered by AI
Round 2 - Face to Face 

Round duration - 24 hours
Round difficulty - Medium

Round 3 - HR 

Round duration - 25 minutes
Round difficulty - Easy

Interview Preparation Tips

Professional and academic backgroundI applied for the job as SDE - 1 in HyderabadEligibility criteriatop 20 students from branch. *greater than 7.5 CGPA (approximation)Dell Technologies interview preparation:Topics to prepare for the interview - OOPs, backend web development using python, Django, web development and machine learningTime required to prepare for the interview - 2 monthsInterview preparation tips for other job seekers

Tip 1 : have basic knowledge of web development
Tip 2 : have in depth understanding of workflow and tech stacks you use in your projects

Application resume tips for other job seekers

Tip 1 : mention the skills you are comfortable to answer questions on
Tip 2 : have some projects with clear mention of your contribution to it on resume.

Final outcome of the interviewSelected

Skills evaluated in this interview

I applied via Campus Placement and was interviewed before Feb 2021. There were 3 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Coding Test 

One question of 3 hrs with 50 test cases all needed to pass.

Round 2 - Technical 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Core computer science concept. DS, operating system, bits
Round 3 - HR 

(5 Questions)

  • Q1. What is your family background?
  • Ans. 

    My family background is diverse and multicultural, with members from different professions and backgrounds.

    • My father is a doctor and my mother is a teacher.

    • I have two siblings, one is an engineer and the other is a lawyer.

    • We have relatives living in different countries, including the USA, India, and Australia.

    • Our family gatherings are always filled with interesting conversations and cultural exchange.

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. Share details of your previous job.
  • Ans. 

    I worked as a Software Engineer at XYZ Company.

    • Developed and maintained software applications using Java and Python.

    • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to gather requirements and design solutions.

    • Implemented unit tests and performed code reviews to ensure code quality.

    • Participated in agile development processes and attended daily stand-up meetings.

    • Resolved bugs and issues reported by users and provided technical s...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q3. Where do you see yourself in 5 years?
  • Ans. 

    In 5 years, I see myself as a senior software engineer leading a team of developers, working on complex projects and contributing to the growth of the company.

    • Leading a team of developers

    • Working on complex projects

    • Contributing to the growth of the company

  • Answered by AI
  • Q4. What are your strengths and weaknesses?
  • Ans. 

    My strengths include problem-solving, attention to detail, and teamwork. My weaknesses include time management and public speaking.

    • Strengths: problem-solving

    • Strengths: attention to detail

    • Strengths: teamwork

    • Weaknesses: time management

    • Weaknesses: public speaking

  • Answered by AI
  • Q5. Tell me about yourself.
  • Ans. 

    I am a software engineer with experience in developing and maintaining software applications.

    • I have a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science.

    • I have worked on various projects using different programming languages such as Java, C++, and Python.

    • I am skilled in software development methodologies like Agile and have experience with version control systems like Git.

    • I have strong problem-solving and analytical skills, which h...

  • Answered by AI

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Focus on DFS, BFS, Heap. Basic data structures are focused rather than competitive coding.

I applied via Campus Placement and was interviewed in Dec 2020. There was 1 interview round.

Interview Questionnaire 

3 Questions

  • Q1. Whats c
  • Ans. 

    C is a general-purpose programming language developed by Dennis Ritchie in 1972.

    • C is used for developing operating systems, embedded systems, and system software.

    • It is a compiled language and has a low-level memory access.

    • C is the predecessor of many modern programming languages like C++, Java, and Python.

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. Whats loop
  • Ans. 

    A loop is a programming structure that repeats a set of instructions until a certain condition is met.

    • Loops are used to iterate over a collection of data or to repeat a set of instructions a certain number of times.

    • There are three types of loops in most programming languages: for, while, and do-while.

    • Example: for (int i = 0; i < 10; i++) { // do something }

  • Answered by AI
  • Q3. Why mi good samsung bad

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Easy peasy interieds

I applied via Campus Placement and was interviewed in Sep 2020. There were 3 interview rounds.

Interview Questionnaire 

2 Questions

  • Q1. In the written round, two coding questions came which were based on trees and were directly from InterViewBit. The questions were relatively simple.
  • Q2. In the interview round there were three rounds, two technical and one HR round. In the first technical round, a design question( I was asked to implement a music player queue). Then was asked about project...

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Be calm and be honest. And give point to point answers.

I appeared for an interview in Oct 2016.

Interview Questionnaire 

8 Questions

  • Q1. C,C++, Programming Concepts
  • Q2. Resume Based
  • Q3. Puzzle Questions
  • Q4.  OS, Database, Networking, Computer Architecture based question
  • Q5. Project Based- Briefs, Details
  • Q6. What are your hobbies
  • Ans. 

    My hobbies include hiking, playing guitar, and cooking.

    • Hiking: I enjoy exploring nature trails and challenging myself physically.

    • Playing guitar: I love learning new songs and improving my skills.

    • Cooking: I like experimenting with different recipes and creating delicious meals.

  • Answered by AI
  • Q7. Where do you see yourself in 5 years
  • Ans. 

    In 5 years, I see myself as a senior software developer leading a team and working on complex projects.

    • Leading a team of developers

    • Working on complex projects

    • Continuously learning and improving my skills

    • Contributing to the growth and success of the company

  • Answered by AI
  • Q8. Why do you want to join DELL.
  • Ans. 

    I want to join DELL because of their innovative technology solutions and strong reputation in the industry.

    • DELL is known for their cutting-edge technology solutions which align with my passion for software development.

    • I admire DELL's strong reputation in the industry and their commitment to customer satisfaction.

    • I believe joining DELL will provide me with opportunities for growth and career advancement.

  • Answered by AI

Interview Preparation Tips

Round: Resume Shortlist
Experience: CGPA>9.0

Skills: Technical Skills
College Name: KIIT University

I appeared for an interview in Jan 2017.

Interview Preparation Tips

Round: Group Discussion
Experience: All got different topics to discuss on gd.
Tips: Plan before you speak. Be sure whether you are to or against.
Duration: 5 minutes

Round: Test
Experience: More questions on blood relationship, ages
Tips: Os db on technical
Duration: 1 hour

Skills: Technical Questions, Manage A Difficult Situation, Technical Knowledge(ML

I appeared for an interview in Sep 2016.

Interview Preparation Tips

Round: Test
Experience: There was an online test having 3 section, one for aptitude testing, one for logical testing and the last one for technical testing.
Aptitude and logical questions were very basic.
Technical questions included : C C++ Java DS DBMS DAA
Tips: For aptitude and logical part, you need to prepare regularly. Nothing comes out of the box, but you just have to be quick in solving the questions.
For the technical part, prepare well by revising your course materials. Basic one word questions are asked.
Duration: 1 hour
Total Questions: 60

Round: Coding
Experience: This round consists of multiple sets of coding. One question per paper. It's on your luck, which question you'll get. Also,net is allowed. You have to complete the code and show it to the invigilator.
Tips: This round is generally not there in placement drives of DELL. It is on your luck.

Skills: Communication, Data Structures, Basic Knowledge Of DBMS
College Name: Manipal University Jaipur

Apple Interview FAQs

How many rounds are there in Apple Software Development Engineer Test interview?
Apple interview process usually has 4 rounds. The most common rounds in the Apple interview process are Coding Test, Case Study and Resume Shortlist.
How to prepare for Apple Software Development Engineer Test interview?
Go through your CV in detail and study all the technologies mentioned in your CV. Prepare at least two technologies or languages in depth if you are appearing for a technical interview at Apple. The most common topics and skills that interviewers at Apple expect are Python, Maven, Selenium Testing, Software Quality Assurance and Automation Testing.
What are the top questions asked in Apple Software Development Engineer Test interview?

Some of the top questions asked at the Apple Software Development Engineer Test interview -

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