Broadcom Embedded Software Developer Interview Questions and Answers

Q1. Toggle the bits of given input
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Toggle the bits of given input
• Create a mask with all bits set to 1

• XOR the input with the mask to toggle the bits

• Repeat the process for each bit position
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Q2. Clear the set bit
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Q1. Print the star pattern
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Print a star pattern using loops
• Use nested loops to print the desired pattern

• Increment the number of stars in each row to create the pattern

• Example: for a pattern with 5 rows - * , ** , *** , **** , *****
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Q2. Microprocessor microcontroller topics are asked
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Q1. Find the maximum length of the string without counting the duplicated characters Many questions on os, coa, registers and assembly language.
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Q2. Project related questions. It was a resume based shortlisting.
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Q1. Questions on projects and coding.
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Q2. Simple mathematical coding question. Given constraints: solve in best time complexity
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Q1. Why do you want to join ASML
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ASML is a global leader in lithography technology, and I am excited about the opportunity to work on cutting-edge projects in the semiconductor industry.
• ASML is a global leader in lithography technology

• Excited about working on cutting-edge projects in the semiconductor industry

• Opportunity for professional growth and development
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Q2. What is your expectations?
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I expect a challenging role where I can utilize my skills in embedded software development and contribute to innovative projects.
• Expect to work on cutting-edge technologies in embedded systems

• Desire to collaborate with a talented team to solve complex problems

• Seek opportunities for professional growth and skill development

• Expect a supportive work environment that values creativity and innovation
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Q3. Do you have valid visa?
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Yes, I have a valid visa.
• Yes, I have a valid visa that allows me to work in this country.

• My visa is valid until [expiration date].

• I have all the necessary documentation to prove my visa status.
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Q4. How did you hear about ASML?
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I heard about ASML through a job search website.
• Job search website

• Online job board

• Referral from a friend who works at ASML
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5-6 programming multiple choice questions on C++ and a problem to be solved with any language

20 questions on aptitude and english and puzzles.
20 questions on Analog electronics.
20 questions on digital electronics.
Total duration was 90 minutes.

Q1. Tell me about yourself. Your college and study background. Project Discussion(Very deep)
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Linked list, optimisation, time complexity

Q1. Projects, os concept, c basic questions, embedded systems basics, computer architecture questions
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Q1. General discussion, few behaviour questions
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Q1. Asked questions more related to c/c++
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Q1. Define steps of booting a system
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Booting a system involves several steps including power-on, POST, bootloader loading, kernel initialization, and user space initialization.
• Power-on: System receives power and starts the boot process.

• POST (Power-On Self Test): Hardware components are checked for functionality.

• Bootloader loading: Bootloader is loaded into memory and executed.

• Kernel initialization: Operating system kernel is loaded and initialized.

• User sp...read more
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Q2. What are the detailed steps and intermediate state in a compilation
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Compilation involves multiple steps like preprocessing, compilation, assembly, and linking.
• Preprocessing: Includes header file inclusion, macro expansion, and conditional compilation.

• Compilation: Translates source code into assembly code specific to the target architecture.

• Assembly: Converts assembly code into machine code.

• Linking: Combines object files and libraries to generate an executable file.
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Q1. LLD question on designing a cache
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40 aptitude qns and some mcqs on basic programming

Q1. I was asked to write two sum, palindrome function and merge sort code in whatever language I'm comfortable in
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Q2. Two sum- return true or false
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Given an array of integers, determine if there are two numbers that add up to a specific target.
• Iterate through the array and store each element in a hash set.

• For each element, check if the difference between the target and the element exists in the hash set.

• If the difference exists, return true; otherwise, continue iterating.

• Example: nums = [2, 7, 11, 15], target = 9. The function should return true as 2 + 7 = 9.
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Q3. Merge sort function code
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Q4. Palindromic string or not
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