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Cognizant Software Developer Interview Questions, Process, and Tips for Experienced

Updated 7 Apr 2025

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Software Developer Interview Questions & Answers

user image THANUJA KUMARI VENNAPUSA

posted on 7 Apr 2025

Interview experience
1
Bad
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
Less than 2 weeks
Result
No response

I appeared for an interview in Mar 2025, where I was asked the following questions.

  • Q1. Why do we use python
  • Ans. 

    Python is a versatile, high-level programming language known for its readability and wide range of applications.

    • Easy to learn and use, making it ideal for beginners. Example: Simple syntax allows for quick prototyping.

    • Rich ecosystem of libraries and frameworks. Example: NumPy for numerical computing, Django for web development.

    • Strong community support and extensive documentation. Example: Stack Overflow and official Py...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. How can understand the language by machine

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Naukri and linkedin
Interview experience
5
Excellent
Difficulty level
Easy
Process Duration
Less than 2 weeks
Result
Selected Selected

I applied via Approached by Company and was interviewed in Jul 2024. There were 2 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Aptitude Test 

Partnership, clock, blood relation

Round 2 - Technical 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Python, C++, HTML5, CSS3

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - No

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Interview experience
5
Excellent
Difficulty level
-
Process Duration
-
Result
-
Round 1 - Technical 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Relate to java python sql data warehouse
  • Q2. Focus on algorithm
Round 2 - HR 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Documentation varification
  • Q2. Introduction or knowledgeable
Interview experience
5
Excellent
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
Less than 2 weeks
Result
Selected Selected

I applied via Campus Placement and was interviewed in Jul 2024. There were 2 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Aptitude Test 

Aptitude test was at par and tested all kinds of areas

Round 2 - Coding Test 

Coding round tested DSA, python, Java

Cognizant interview questions for designations

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 (5)

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 (5)

 Associate Software Developer

 (2)

 Software Developer Trainee

 (1)

 Full Stack Software Developer

 (5)

 Python Software Developer

 (4)

Interview experience
2
Poor
Difficulty level
-
Process Duration
-
Result
-
Round 1 - Aptitude Test 

Aptitude, logic, and reasoning.

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Software Developer Interview Questions & Answers

user image Swati Naroliya

posted on 14 Mar 2024

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

(5 Questions)

  • Q1. Core java advanced java devops
  • Q2. Containerisation
  • Q3. Oops related.Questions
  • Q4. Rest api questions
  • Q5. Database related questions

Software Developer Interview Questions & Answers

user image Narayani Gadhave

posted on 26 Jun 2024

Interview experience
5
Excellent
Difficulty level
-
Process Duration
-
Result
-
Round 1 - Technical 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. What is oop? Class and Object
  • Ans. 

    OOP stands for Object-Oriented Programming. A class is a blueprint for creating objects, while an object is an instance of a class.

    • OOP is a programming paradigm that uses objects to design applications.

    • A class is a template for creating objects, defining their properties and behaviors.

    • An object is an instance of a class, representing a specific entity in the program.

    • Encapsulation, inheritance, and polymorphism are key ...

  • Answered by AI
Interview experience
4
Good
Difficulty level
-
Process Duration
-
Result
-
Round 1 - Technical 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Tell me about urself
Interview experience
2
Poor
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
Less than 2 weeks
Result
Selected Selected

I applied via Naukri.com and was interviewed before Jun 2023. There was 1 interview round.

Round 1 - Technical 

(3 Questions)

  • Q1. Java oops concepts
  • Q2. Programming on string
  • Q3. Spring boot questions
Interview experience
3
Average
Difficulty level
-
Process Duration
-
Result
-
Round 1 - Coding Test 

Array,strings,all basic quest on programming,oops

Round 2 - Technical 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Quest were on javs, springboot
Round 3 - HR 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Resume based question

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - good luck

Cognizant Interview FAQs

How many rounds are there in Cognizant Software Developer interview for experienced candidates?
Cognizant interview process for experienced candidates usually has 1-2 rounds. The most common rounds in the Cognizant interview process for experienced candidates are Technical, Resume Shortlist and One-on-one Round.
How to prepare for Cognizant Software Developer interview for experienced candidates?
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 Cognizant. The most common topics and skills that interviewers at Cognizant expect are Java, Spring Boot, Maven, Core Java and Microservices.
What are the top questions asked in Cognizant Software Developer interview for experienced candidates?

Some of the top questions asked at the Cognizant Software Developer interview for experienced candidates -

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How long is the Cognizant Software Developer interview process?

The duration of Cognizant Software Developer interview process can vary, but typically it takes about less than 2 weeks to complete.

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