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Cohesity Software Engineer Interview Questions and Answers

Updated 30 Nov 2024

Cohesity Software Engineer Interview Experiences

4 interviews found

Interview experience
5
Excellent
Difficulty level
-
Process Duration
-
Result
-

I applied via Campus Placement

Round 1 - Technical 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. A simple linked list question
Round 2 - HR 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Detect cycle in undirected graph
Interview experience
4
Good
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
Less than 2 weeks
Result
No response

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

Round 1 - One-on-one 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Word Search Problem Backtracking Leetcode

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Software Engineer Interview Questions & Answers

user image Sai Meghana Reddy

posted on 19 Apr 2023

Interview experience
4
Good
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
2-4 weeks
Result
Not Selected

I applied via Approached by Company and was interviewed in Mar 2023. There were 3 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Resume Shortlist 
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Round 2 - Coding Test 

2 code signal programming questions

Round 3 - HR 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. System design and resume based questions
Interview experience
4
Good
Difficulty level
Easy
Process Duration
Less than 2 weeks
Result
Selected Selected

I was interviewed in Nov 2022.

Round 1 - Coding Test 

Standard tree question was asked

Round 2 - HR 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Things like why do you want to join and stuff
  • Q2. What excites you about software deevelopment
  • Ans. 

    The endless possibilities of creating something new and useful excites me about software development.

    • The ability to solve complex problems through coding

    • The satisfaction of seeing a project come to life

    • The opportunity to constantly learn and improve skills

    • The potential to make a positive impact on society through technology

    • Examples: creating a mobile app that helps people track their fitness goals, developing software ...

  • Answered by AI

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Nothing in particular. Just be well versed with standard hr questions

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Interview experience
5
Excellent
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
Less than 2 weeks
Result
Not Selected

I applied via Approached by Company and was interviewed in Aug 2024. There was 1 interview round.

Round 1 - Technical 

(5 Questions)

  • Q1. Discuss the project you are most proud of
  • Ans. 

    Developed a mobile app for tracking personal fitness goals

    • Used React Native to create a cross-platform app

    • Implemented features such as goal setting, progress tracking, and workout logging

    • Integrated with wearable devices like Fitbit for automatic data syncing

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. What are ways to speed up SQL queries? List them in increasing order of complexity?
  • Ans. 

    Ways to speed up SQL queries in increasing order of complexity

    • Use indexes on columns frequently used in WHERE clauses

    • Optimize queries by avoiding unnecessary joins and subqueries

    • Use stored procedures to reduce network traffic and improve performance

    • Consider denormalizing tables for frequently accessed data

    • Use query optimization techniques like query caching and query hints

  • Answered by AI
  • Q3. Is Redis single-threaded or multi-threaded?
  • Ans. 

    Redis is single-threaded.

    • Redis is single-threaded, meaning it can only execute one command at a time.

    • This design choice allows Redis to be extremely fast and efficient for certain use cases.

    • However, it also means that Redis may not be the best choice for highly concurrent workloads.

  • Answered by AI
  • Q4. What sort of data types can be used as keys in Python?
  • Ans. 

    Data types that can be used as keys in Python include strings, integers, floats, tuples, and custom objects.

    • Strings are commonly used as keys in Python dictionaries.

    • Integers and floats can also be used as keys.

    • Tuples can be used as keys if they only contain immutable elements.

    • Custom objects can be used as keys if they are hashable.

    • Examples: {'name': 'John'}, {1: 'apple'}, {(1, 2): 'tuple'}

  • Answered by AI
  • Q5. What types of indexing exist in SQL?
  • Ans. 

    Types of indexing in SQL include clustered, non-clustered, unique, and composite indexes.

    • Clustered index physically reorders the table based on the index key

    • Non-clustered index creates a separate structure for the index

    • Unique index ensures that all values in the index column are unique

    • Composite index uses multiple columns for indexing

  • Answered by AI

Skills evaluated in this interview

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

There are 2 coding questions came in round 1 with time duration of 1 hr. Coding question is related with bitwise operator,array,string

Round 2 - Technical 

(5 Questions)

  • Q1. Tell me about your self
  • Ans. 

    I am a passionate software engineer with 5 years of experience in developing web applications using various technologies.

    • Experienced in full stack web development

    • Proficient in languages such as JavaScript, Python, and Java

    • Familiar with frameworks like React, Node.js, and Django

    • Strong problem-solving and analytical skills

    • Excellent communication and teamwork abilities

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. Tell me about your Project
  • Ans. 

    Developed a web application for tracking personal fitness goals and progress

    • Used React.js for front-end development

    • Implemented RESTful APIs using Node.js and Express for back-end

    • Utilized MongoDB for database management

    • Incorporated chart.js for visualizing progress data

  • Answered by AI
  • Q3. What is Strength
  • Ans. 

    Strength is the ability to overcome challenges and obstacles, both physically and mentally.

    • Physical strength refers to the ability to exert force or lift heavy objects.

    • Mental strength involves resilience, determination, and the ability to stay focused under pressure.

    • Strength can also refer to emotional resilience and the ability to cope with difficult situations.

    • Examples: Weightlifters demonstrate physical strength, wh...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q4. Tell about your weakness?
  • Ans. 

    I tend to be overly critical of my own work, which can sometimes lead to perfectionism.

    • I have a tendency to spend too much time on a task to ensure it is perfect

    • I struggle with delegating tasks to others because I want to make sure they are done correctly

    • I am working on finding a balance between striving for excellence and accepting that perfection is not always attainable

  • Answered by AI
  • Q5. Journey of collage
  • Ans. 

    My journey through college was filled with challenges, growth, and memorable experiences.

    • Started as a freshman with excitement and nervousness

    • Balanced academics, extracurricular activities, and social life

    • Learned to manage time effectively and prioritize tasks

    • Participated in internships and projects to gain practical experience

    • Graduated with valuable skills and knowledge for my career

  • Answered by AI

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Be prepare and attentive during interveiw but coding round is simple and it is conducted online without any monitoring.
Interview experience
5
Excellent
Difficulty level
-
Process Duration
-
Result
-
Round 1 - Technical 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. They asked to design a database table
Interview experience
4
Good
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
4-6 weeks
Result
Not Selected

I applied via Recruitment Consulltant and was interviewed in Jul 2024. There was 1 interview round.

Round 1 - Video Call 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Tell me about your self
  • Ans. 

    I am a passionate software engineer with experience in developing web applications using various technologies.

    • Experienced in developing web applications using HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and frameworks like React and Angular

    • Proficient in backend development with Node.js and databases like MongoDB and MySQL

    • Familiar with version control systems like Git and deployment tools like Docker

    • Strong problem-solving skills and ability

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. Tell about your project
  • Ans. 

    Developed a web application for online shopping

    • Used HTML, CSS, and JavaScript for front-end development

    • Implemented backend using Node.js and MongoDB for database management

    • Integrated payment gateway for secure transactions

  • Answered by AI

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Nice
Interview experience
3
Average
Difficulty level
-
Process Duration
-
Result
-
Round 1 - One-on-one 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Coding question based on stacks
  • Q2. Java and Spring Boot questions..too much grilling
Interview experience
5
Excellent
Difficulty level
Easy
Process Duration
Less than 2 weeks
Result
Selected Selected

I applied via Naukri.com and was interviewed in Nov 2024. There were 2 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Coding Test 

DESIGN 40 MINS HACKERRANK

Round 2 - Group Discussion 

DESIGN 40 MINS HACCKERANK

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - mlkl

Cohesity Interview FAQs

How many rounds are there in Cohesity Software Engineer interview?
Cohesity interview process usually has 2-3 rounds. The most common rounds in the Cohesity interview process are HR, Resume Shortlist and Coding Test.
How to prepare for Cohesity Software Engineer 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 Cohesity. The most common topics and skills that interviewers at Cohesity expect are Data Management, Analytical, Computer science, Debugging and Distribution System.
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