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BNP Paribas SQL Developer Interview Questions, Process, and Tips

Updated 4 Jun 2022

BNP Paribas SQL Developer Interview Experiences

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I applied via Approached by Company and was interviewed in Dec 2021. There were 5 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Technical 

(3 Questions)

  • Q1. Basics of SQL, types of joins, cursors, triggers
  • Q2. Functions and Procedures and differences between them
  • Ans. 

    Functions and procedures are both stored database objects used to perform specific tasks in SQL.

    • Functions return a value while procedures do not.

    • Functions can be used in SQL statements, whereas procedures cannot.

    • Functions can have input parameters and return a single value, while procedures can have input and output parameters.

    • Functions are typically used for calculations or data manipulation, while procedures are used...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q3. Performance tuning of SQL query
  • Ans. 

    Performance tuning of SQL query

    • Identify slow queries using profiling tools

    • Optimize query structure and use indexes

    • Reduce data retrieval by filtering and limiting results

    • Avoid using subqueries and nested queries

    • Use appropriate data types and avoid unnecessary conversions

  • Answered by AI
Round 2 - Technical 

(4 Questions)

  • Q1. Similar questions to TR1, but this time with more depth and at advanced level
  • Q2. Given sample data on two tables, write down the result sets of all types joins.
  • Ans. 

    The result sets of all types of joins in SQL

    • Inner Join: Returns only the matching rows from both tables

    • Left Join: Returns all the rows from the left table and the matching rows from the right table

    • Right Join: Returns all the rows from the right table and the matching rows from the left table

    • Full Outer Join: Returns all the rows from both tables, including the unmatched rows

    • Cross Join: Returns the Cartesian product of b

  • Answered by AI
  • Q3. Write down a procedure to return a certain series (99, 96, 93, ...., 6, 3)
  • Ans. 

    Procedure to return a series (99, 96, 93, ...., 6, 3)

    • Create a temporary table with a single column

    • Use a loop to insert values into the temporary table

    • Return the values from the temporary table in descending order

  • Answered by AI
  • Q4. Extract execution plan of a SQL query
  • Ans. 

    To extract execution plan of a SQL query, use EXPLAIN or SHOW PLAN command.

    • Use EXPLAIN or SHOW PLAN command before the SQL query

    • EXPLAIN command shows the execution plan in a tabular format

    • SHOW PLAN command shows the execution plan in a graphical format

    • Execution plan helps in optimizing the query for better performance

  • Answered by AI
Round 3 - One-on-one 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Basic questions on project structure, development approach
  • Q2. How is a change request in application serviced by development team (business analysis, code analysis, discussion with BA, requirment freeze, etc.)
  • Ans. 

    A change request in an application is serviced by the development team through various stages such as business analysis, code analysis, discussion with BA, and requirement freeze.

    • The development team starts by analyzing the change request to understand its impact on the application.

    • They perform business analysis to determine the feasibility and potential risks of implementing the change.

    • Code analysis is conducted to as...

  • Answered by AI
Round 4 - Behavioral 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Casual meeting wrt expectations from project, work culture, etc.
Round 5 - HR 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. CTC, location negotiation

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Theoretical knowledge is not preferred. Whatever is present in the resume, make sure you have hands-on experience in that.

Skills evaluated in this interview

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Interview experience
5
Excellent
Difficulty level
Easy
Process Duration
Less than 2 weeks
Result
No response

I applied via AmbitionBox and was interviewed in Sep 2024. There was 1 interview round.

Round 1 - Technical 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. What challenge you faced in the professional environment and how you resolved it?
  • Q2. How your prior work experience relates to this role requirement?
Interview experience
4
Good
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
6-8 weeks
Result
Not Selected

I applied via LinkedIn and was interviewed in Jun 2024. There were 2 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Coding Test 

The assessment consisted of two moderate-level questions related to data structures and algorithms, focusing on strings and 2D arrays, within a time frame of 45 minutes. In the web development section, there were 15 questions each from React and Angular.

Round 2 - Technical 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. What is object-oriented programming (OOP), and can you explain the concepts of shallow copy and deep copy? Additionally, what technology stack would you choose for a project, and what are the reasons behin...
  • Ans. 

    OOP is a programming paradigm based on the concept of objects, with shallow copy creating a new object with references to the original, and deep copy creating a new object with copies of the original's values.

    • OOP is a programming paradigm that focuses on objects and classes.

    • Shallow copy creates a new object that references the original object's data.

    • Deep copy creates a new object with copies of the original object's da...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. What are the features of the project?
  • Ans. 

    The project features include real-time data processing, machine learning algorithms, and user-friendly interface.

    • Real-time data processing for instant updates

    • Machine learning algorithms for predictive analysis

    • User-friendly interface for easy navigation

  • Answered by AI

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Practice data structures and algorithms regularly, participate in contests, and review your projects consistently.
Interview experience
4
Good
Difficulty level
-
Process Duration
-
Result
-
Round 1 - Technical 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Wht is tuple and how it is dif from list
  • Ans. 

    A tuple is an immutable collection of elements, while a list is a mutable collection in Python.

    • Tuples are created using parentheses (), while lists are created using square brackets []

    • Tuples are immutable, meaning their elements cannot be changed once defined

    • Lists are mutable, allowing for elements to be added, removed, or modified

    • Tuples are typically used for fixed collections of items, while lists are used for dynami

  • Answered by AI

Skills evaluated in this interview

Interview experience
4
Good
Difficulty level
-
Process Duration
-
Result
-
Round 1 - One-on-one 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Coin change problem
Interview experience
5
Excellent
Difficulty level
-
Process Duration
-
Result
-
Round 1 - Technical 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. .net related questions
Round 2 - One-on-one 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Functional knowledge
Round 3 - HR 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Discussion of salary and position
Interview experience
5
Excellent
Difficulty level
-
Process Duration
-
Result
-

I applied via Campus Placement

Round 1 - One-on-one 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Tell about a time where you had competing demands from stakeholders.
Interview experience
5
Excellent
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
Less than 2 weeks
Result
Selected Selected

I applied via campus placement at Amrita Institute of Advanced Computing, Coimbatore and was interviewed before Aug 2023. There were 3 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Coding Test 

HireVue, a few coding and some aptitude

Round 2 - Technical 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Questions about Devops
  • Q2. Questions about project
Round 3 - HR 

(3 Questions)

  • Q1. Why do you want to work here
  • Ans. 

    I am passionate about software development and believe this company offers a great learning opportunity.

    • I admire the company's innovative projects and cutting-edge technologies.

    • I am impressed by the company's positive reputation in the industry.

    • I am excited about the opportunity to work with a talented team of developers.

    • I believe this internship will provide me with valuable experience and skills for my future career.

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  • Q2. What do you think about your college
  • Ans. 

    I think highly of my college as it provided me with a strong foundation in software development.

    • My college has a reputable computer science program with experienced faculty members.

    • The curriculum included hands-on projects and internships to enhance practical skills.

    • I was able to participate in coding competitions and hackathons organized by the college.

    • The college also offered networking opportunities with industry pr...

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  • Q3. Where do you see yourself in 5years
  • Ans. 

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

    • Continuing to enhance my technical skills and knowledge through continuous learning and training

    • Taking on more leadership responsibilities and mentoring junior developers

    • Contributing to the success of the company by delivering high-quality software solutions

    • Exploring new technologies and trends in the software devel...

  • Answered by AI

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Be thorough with your resume and DSA.
Interview experience
4
Good
Difficulty level
Hard
Process Duration
2-4 weeks
Result
Not Selected

I applied via Referral and was interviewed in Jun 2023. There were 3 interview rounds.

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 

3 questions of medium to hard coding questions.

Round 3 - Technical 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Technical interview including SQL, one programming language, and dbms based questions. the interview went well and was of 90mins.
Interview experience
4
Good
Difficulty level
Easy
Process Duration
Less than 2 weeks
Result
Not Selected

I applied via Naukri.com and was interviewed before Mar 2023. There were 2 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Aptitude Test 

Nice interview with the friendly interviewer

Round 2 - HR 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Tell me about your self

BNP Paribas Interview FAQs

How many rounds are there in BNP Paribas SQL Developer interview?
BNP Paribas interview process usually has 5 rounds. The most common rounds in the BNP Paribas interview process are Technical, One-on-one Round and Behavioral.
How to prepare for BNP Paribas SQL Developer 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 BNP Paribas. The most common topics and skills that interviewers at BNP Paribas expect are Analytical, Financial Services, Retail Banking, Oracle and PLSQL.
What are the top questions asked in BNP Paribas SQL Developer interview?

Some of the top questions asked at the BNP Paribas SQL Developer interview -

  1. How is a change request in application serviced by development team (business a...read more
  2. Write down a procedure to return a certain series (99, 96, 93, ...., 6,...read more
  3. Given sample data on two tables, write down the result sets of all types joi...read more

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