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Dell Principal Architect Interview Questions and Answers for Experienced

Updated 9 Dec 2021

Dell Principal Architect Interview Experiences for Experienced

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I applied via Recruitment Consultant and was interviewed in Nov 2021. There was 1 interview round.

Interview Questionnaire 

1 Question

  • Q1. There were all kinds of questions with respect to design, kubernetes, oops. Some basic python programs based on scenarios.

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - In both the rounds, interviewers were highly unprofessional, basically they do not know how to take an interview and was never trained looks like. They do not even know how to keep things constructive.

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Interview Questionnaire 

1 Question

  • Q1. What is python
  • Ans. 

    Python is a high-level, interpreted programming language known for its simplicity and ease of use.

    • Python is used for web development, data analysis, artificial intelligence, and more.

    • It has a large standard library and supports multiple programming paradigms.

    • Python code is easy to read and write, making it a popular choice for beginners.

    • Python uses indentation to indicate blocks of code, rather than curly braces or key...

  • Answered by AI

Skills evaluated in this interview

I applied via Campus Placement and was interviewed before Feb 2021. There were 3 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Coding Test 

One question of 3 hrs with 50 test cases all needed to pass.

Round 2 - Technical 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Core computer science concept. DS, operating system, bits
Round 3 - HR 

(5 Questions)

  • Q1. What is your family background?
  • Ans. 

    My family background is diverse and multicultural, with members from different professions and backgrounds.

    • My father is a doctor and my mother is a teacher.

    • I have two siblings, one is an engineer and the other is a lawyer.

    • We have relatives living in different countries, including the USA, India, and Australia.

    • Our family gatherings are always filled with interesting conversations and cultural exchange.

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  • Q2. Share details of your previous job.
  • Ans. 

    I worked as a Software Engineer at XYZ Company.

    • Developed and maintained software applications using Java and Python.

    • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to gather requirements and design solutions.

    • Implemented unit tests and performed code reviews to ensure code quality.

    • Participated in agile development processes and attended daily stand-up meetings.

    • Resolved bugs and issues reported by users and provided technical s...

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

    In 5 years, I see myself as a senior software engineer leading a team of developers, working on complex projects and contributing to the growth of the company.

    • Leading a team of developers

    • Working on complex projects

    • Contributing to the growth of the company

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  • Q4. What are your strengths and weaknesses?
  • Ans. 

    My strengths include problem-solving, attention to detail, and teamwork. My weaknesses include time management and public speaking.

    • Strengths: problem-solving

    • Strengths: attention to detail

    • Strengths: teamwork

    • Weaknesses: time management

    • Weaknesses: public speaking

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  • Q5. Tell me about yourself.
  • Ans. 

    I am a software engineer with experience in developing and maintaining software applications.

    • I have a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science.

    • I have worked on various projects using different programming languages such as Java, C++, and Python.

    • I am skilled in software development methodologies like Agile and have experience with version control systems like Git.

    • I have strong problem-solving and analytical skills, which h...

  • Answered by AI

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Focus on DFS, BFS, Heap. Basic data structures are focused rather than competitive coding.

I applied via Naukri.com and was interviewed before Nov 2020. There were 5 interview rounds.

Interview Questionnaire 

2 Questions

  • Q1. C++ basic, Linked list implementation using C++(Not C), Lambda Expression, Map and Vector, C++ Thread Concept, Virtualization
  • Q2. Focus more on all the C++11 concept

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - This interview was a C++ technical interview . It lasted for about 2 hour 30 minutes. The interviewer wanted to test my C++ basic, C++11 concept, Linked list implementation using C++, C++ thread , Lambda expression, Virtualization.

Interview Questionnaire 

2 Questions

  • Q1. Most difficult situation face in any project
  • Q2. Design lift system for office building. There are more than one lift and more than 4 floor
  • Ans. 

    Design a lift system for an office building with multiple lifts and floors.

    • Determine the number of lifts required based on the building size and occupancy.

    • Consider the traffic flow and peak hours to determine the lift capacity.

    • Install a control system to manage the lift operation and reduce waiting time.

    • Ensure safety features such as emergency brakes, backup power supply, and fire alarms.

    • Provide clear signage and instr...

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Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Simple discussion about work

Interview Questionnaire 

1 Question

  • Q1. Why not MS?

Interview Preparation Tips

Round: Test
Experience: It was constituted of two parts: Logic and DI. Both parts were simple. Questions were CAT type.

Round: Technical Interview
Experience: Simple C, C++ questions were asked. Technical questions based on internship project were asked. General questions asked to check reaction to sudden stress (for example: Why do earthquakes occur?).
Tips: Courses like DSP (application based) and information systems should be thorough. Knowing 1 programming language is very essential.

Round: HR Interview
Experience: Resume based questions were asked.
Tips: Know complete details of your interns, BTP and resume thoroughly.

College Name: IIT KANPUR

Interview Questionnaire 

1 Question

  • Q1. A pseudo code or solution(if you can) for solving the rubik's cube
  • Ans. 

    A solution for solving the Rubik's cube

    • Use the layer-by-layer method

    • Solve the first layer cross

    • Solve the first layer corners

    • Solve the second layer

    • Solve the third layer cross

    • Solve the third layer corners

    • Orient the third layer corners

    • Permute the third layer corners

    • Permute the third layer edges

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Interview Preparation Tips

Round: Interview
Experience: A systematic approach is all what he expects from us. Our approach and our way of thinking is what he observes. An algorithm to solve a single face worked in my case. So called HR interview was more technical and a discussion about the projects mentioned in my resume.
Tips: An overview on problems like sudoku, rubik's cube, chess etc. A proper approach and a structure for solving the problem should be mentioned.

Round: Interview
Experience: Some questions on basic data structures, dynamic programming and recursion.
Tips: Recognize the problem(dp, recursion, etc.). Throw some algorithm.

General Tips: Be clear with basics.
Skill Tips: ""
Skills: Data structures, Data Processing, Recursion
College Name: IIT Madras
Motivation: SAMSUNG!
Funny Moments: A saviour for the leftover cse students especially b.tech and dual. It does not depend on whether your interview went well or not. Just basic cse stuff is enough.

Interview Questionnaire 

6 Questions

  • Q1. Questions on routing protocols and CDMA
  • Q2. Questions based on the previous day's coding test
  • Q3. A small portion of the questions were centered on their current projects
  • Q4. Scholastic achievements
  • Q5. Preference of location
  • Ans. 

    I am open to working in any location as long as the job is challenging and rewarding.

    • Open to relocation

    • Prioritize job satisfaction over location

    • Flexible with work arrangements

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  • Q6. Further studies

Interview Preparation Tips

Round: Test
Experience: Objective test in C(30 min),followed by a paper-based coding test.(1 hour, Written ).
Tips: There are old Samsung tests available online. The questions are based on the same fundamentals.Coding test focuses more on getting the pseudo code and logic right
Duration: 90 minutes

Round: Technical Interview
Experience: Interview questions were mostly based on projects and skills mentioned in the resume.Be sure to read up on your projects.They asked to explain the code.On the lines of how would I approach the problem of getting faster downloads in cellphones.

General Tips: I got selected because of my projects fit the profile they were looking for. They seemed to like the Olympiad ranks too.Data structures and algorithms basic fundaes, C coding and theory (asked in every profile), Revision of your electives (depending the core specialization)For any communication profile, do not ignore revision of courses and also it was necessary to read up
further as MTechs and MS students have an edge.
Skill Tips: Went through all the literature for all my projects.My courses and projects were all related to Communication Networks and Communication Systems. This background made the questions easier to answer. Majority of questions were about network protocols and network architecture.Started preparing DS&A at the beginning of seventh sem because I had never taken the course. The rest of it can be revised a couple of weeks before the tests start.
Skills: Algorithm, C Programming, Communication Networks, Communication Systems, Network protocols, Network architecture.
College Name: IIT Madras

Interview Preparation Tips

Round: Resume Shortlist
Experience: Shortlisting done based on resume.
Tips: Create good resume highlighting projects and research work. Remain updated about the company's research work.

Round: Test
Experience: There are two written tests. One is based on C and algorithms.
Tips: Old Samsung tests that are available online.Knowledge of C is must.
Duration: 30 minutes

Round: Test
Experience: The second test is paper-based coding test.
Tips: Coding test is used to mainly gauge your logic applying abilities.
Duration: 60 minutes

Round: Interview
Experience: Personal Interview: one round lasting around 40 minutes.
 Interview questions were mostly straightforward, technical and based on projects and
research work mentioned in the resume.
 Previous day's code is also asked to explain.
 Couple of questions were about the company's on-going work. In-depth knowledge regarding courses related to the profile is necessary.
Tips: Revise courses, Project work. Additional reading is recommended.
Basics of core subjects.

College Name: IIT Madras

I appeared for an interview in May 2017.

Interview Questionnaire 

4 Questions

  • Q1. Why is string immutable
  • Ans. 

    String is immutable because it ensures data integrity and allows for efficient memory management.

    • Immutable strings prevent accidental modification of data.

    • Immutable strings can be easily shared and reused, improving memory efficiency.

    • Immutable strings enable efficient string interning and caching.

    • Immutable strings support thread safety in concurrent environments.

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  • Q2. Do @requestparam has default value
  • Ans. 

    Yes, @RequestParam has a default value if not specified.

    • If a @RequestParam is not provided in the request, it will use its default value.

    • The default value can be set using the 'defaultValue' attribute of @RequestParam annotation.

    • If no default value is specified, the parameter will be considered as required and an exception will be thrown if not provided.

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  • Q3. Singleton and prototype
  • Q4. Why abstract class is required
  • Ans. 

    Abstract classes are required to provide a common interface and share code among related classes.

    • Abstract classes allow for code reusability and promote modular design.

    • They provide a common interface for a group of related classes.

    • Abstract classes can define abstract methods that must be implemented by subclasses.

    • They can also provide default implementations for common methods.

    • Abstract classes cannot be instantiated, b

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