Arista Networks Staff Engineer Interview Questions and Answers

Q1. Python basics and modules
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Q2. Networking protocols basic networking
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90 min MCQ +coding test on hackerrank.

Q1. Sort colors DSA question
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Q2. Detect cycle in a linked list
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Use Floyd's Tortoise and Hare algorithm to detect cycle in a linked list.
• Initialize two pointers, slow and fast, at the head of the linked list.

• Move slow pointer by one step and fast pointer by two steps.

• If they meet at some point, there is a cycle in the linked list.
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Q1. Was asked about why you want to join the company,my experience etc.
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Round duration - 90 minutes
Round difficulty - Medium

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Cycle Detection in a Singly Linked List
Determine if a given singly linked list of integers forms a cycle or not.
A cycle in a linked list occurs when a node's next points back to a previous node in the ...read more
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The task is to determine if a given singly linked list forms a cycle or not.
• A cycle occurs when a node's next points back to a previous node in the list.

• To solve this problem, we can use the Floyd's Cycle-Finding Algorithm.

• The algorithm uses two pointers, one moving at a normal pace and the other moving twice as fast.

• If there is a cycle, the fast pointer will eventually catch up to the slow pointer.

• If the fast pointer ...read more
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Round duration - 60 minutes
Round difficulty - Medium

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Minimum Depth of a Binary Tree
Determine the minimum depth of an integer-based binary tree. The minimum depth is defined as the number of nodes present along the shortest path from the root node down to t...read more
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The minimum depth of a binary tree is the number of nodes along the shortest path from the root node down to the nearest leaf node.
• The minimum depth can be found by performing a breadth-first search (BFS) traversal of the binary tree

• During the BFS traversal, keep track of the current level and increment the depth by 1 for each level

• Stop the BFS traversal when a leaf node is encountered and return the depth as the minim
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Intersection of Two Arrays Problem Statement
Given two arrays A and B with sizes N and M respectively, both sorted in non-decreasing order, determine their intersection.
The intersection of two arrays in...read more
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The problem is to find the intersection of two sorted arrays.
• Use two pointers to iterate through the arrays.

• Compare the elements at the current pointers and move the pointers accordingly.

• If the elements are equal, add it to the intersection array and move both pointers.

• If the element in the first array is smaller, move the first pointer.

• If the element in the second array is smaller, move the second pointer.

• Repeat until...read more
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Q3. What is the difference between a mutex and a semaphore?
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A mutex is a binary semaphore used for mutual exclusion, while a semaphore is a generalized synchronization primitive.
• Mutex is used to protect a critical section of code, allowing only one thread to access it at a time.

• Semaphore is used to control access to a shared resource, allowing multiple threads to access it simultaneously.

• Mutex has ownership, meaning the thread that locks it must unlock it.

• Semaphore does not hav...read more
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Round duration - 60 minutes
Round difficulty - Easy

Round duration - 25 minutes
Round difficulty - Easy

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Q1. Computer networking based question
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Q2. Dsa question based on graph and dp
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Q3. Based on operating system
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Q4. Function of oops
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Object-oriented programming paradigm that focuses on objects and classes for code organization and reusability.
• Encapsulation: bundling data and methods that operate on the data into a single unit (object)

• Inheritance: ability of a class to inherit properties and behavior from another class

• Polymorphism: ability to present the same interface for different data types
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Q1. Behavior question asked
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Hiring assessment of total 75 minutes

Q1. Some os related questions
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Q2. Some basic networking questions
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Coding test consisted of 2 coding questions and mcqs

Q1. Friendly discussion on my experience
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Q2. Where would u see yourself in 5 years
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In 5 years, I see myself as a senior software engineer leading a team of developers on innovative projects.
• Continuing to enhance my technical skills and knowledge through ongoing learning and certifications

• Taking on more leadership responsibilities and mentoring junior team members

• Contributing to the development of cutting-edge software solutions for the company

• Possibly pursuing a higher position such as a technical ar
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3 coding questions haker rank test

Q1. Networking and coding
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Q1. Networking and coding
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Q1. Ctc and past experience
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Q1. Check the behavior
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