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EPAM Systems Big Data Engineer Lead Interview Questions and Answers

Updated 25 Jun 2024

EPAM Systems Big Data Engineer Lead Interview Experiences

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

MCQ and codility test

Round 2 - Technical 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Basics of spark
  • Q2. Optimization techniques
  • Ans. 

    Optimization techniques are methods used to improve the performance of algorithms and systems.

    • Use parallel processing to speed up computations

    • Implement caching to reduce data retrieval time

    • Optimize data storage by using efficient data structures

    • Utilize indexing to quickly locate specific data

    • Fine-tune algorithms for better performance

  • Answered by AI

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Interview experience
5
Excellent
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
6-8 weeks
Result
Selected Selected
Round 1 - Technical 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. More on Technical area
Round 2 - Technical 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. More on Technical area
Round 3 - One-on-one 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Technical + Behaviour
Round 4 - One-on-one 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Technical + Behaviour
Round 5 - HR 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Expectation and Genaral
Interview experience
3
Average
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
Less than 2 weeks
Result
Not Selected

I applied via Naukri.com and was interviewed in Nov 2024. There was 1 interview round.

Round 1 - Technical 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. How do you utilize the enhanced optimization option in AWS Glue?
  • Ans. 

    Enhanced optimization in AWS Glue improves job performance by automatically adjusting resources based on workload

    • Enhanced optimization in AWS Glue automatically adjusts resources like DPUs based on workload

    • It helps improve job performance by optimizing resource allocation

    • Users can enable enhanced optimization in AWS Glue job settings

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. What are the best practices for optimizing querying in Amazon Redshift?
  • Ans. 

    Optimizing querying in Amazon Redshift involves proper table design, distribution keys, sort keys, and query optimization techniques.

    • Use appropriate distribution keys to evenly distribute data across nodes for parallel processing.

    • Utilize sort keys to physically order data on disk, reducing the need for sorting during queries.

    • Avoid using SELECT * and instead specify only the columns needed to reduce data transfer.

    • Use AN...

  • Answered by AI
Interview experience
5
Excellent
Difficulty level
Hard
Process Duration
2-4 weeks
Result
-

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

Round 1 - One-on-one 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. What is scd type 2?
  • Ans. 

    SCD type 2 is a method used in data warehousing to track historical changes by creating a new record for each change.

    • SCD type 2 stands for Slowly Changing Dimension type 2

    • It involves creating a new record in the dimension table whenever there is a change in the data

    • The old record is marked as inactive and the new record is marked as current

    • It allows for historical tracking of changes in data over time

    • Example: If a cust...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. Pyspark question read CSV from folder and add column in each csv file and write it to different location.

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

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. How you will find that some user SQL running slow without discussing with user?
  • Q2. How you will patch specific db components to reduce downtime?
  • Ans. 

    To patch specific db components to reduce downtime, follow these steps:

    • Identify the specific components that need to be patched

    • Plan the patching process during a scheduled maintenance window

    • Backup the database before applying patches

    • Apply patches to the specific components one by one

    • Test the patched components to ensure they are functioning correctly

    • Monitor the database for any issues post-patching

  • Answered by AI
Round 2 - HR 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Why you have so many hopping in your resume?
  • Q2. How you will rate yourself as an dba?

Interview Preparation Tips

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Give genuine real time faced issues
Interview experience
3
Average
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
Less than 2 weeks
Result
Not Selected

I applied via Job Portal and was interviewed in Jul 2024. There was 1 interview round.

Round 1 - HR 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Tell about experience
  • Ans. 

    I have over 5 years of experience in data engineering, working with large datasets and implementing data pipelines.

    • Developed and maintained ETL processes to extract, transform, and load data from various sources

    • Optimized database performance and implemented data quality checks

    • Worked with cross-functional teams to design and implement data solutions

    • Utilized tools such as Apache Spark, Hadoop, and SQL for data processing

    • ...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. What would you do when you are given a new task to do
  • Ans. 

    I would start by understanding the requirements, breaking down the task into smaller steps, researching if needed, and then creating a plan to execute the task efficiently.

    • Understand the requirements of the task

    • Break down the task into smaller steps

    • Research if needed to gather necessary information

    • Create a plan to execute the task efficiently

    • Communicate with stakeholders for clarification or updates

    • Regularly track prog

  • Answered by AI
Interview experience
4
Good
Difficulty level
Easy
Process Duration
Less than 2 weeks
Result
Selected Selected

I applied via Naukri.com and was interviewed in Mar 2024. There was 1 interview round.

Round 1 - One-on-one 

(5 Questions)

  • Q1. What is work and company?
  • Ans. 

    Nice and too good. And good online shopping company

  • Answered Anonymously
  • Q2. How to do work?
  • Ans. 

    Just say seniors.work kaise karna hai

  • Answered Anonymously
  • Q3. Where is company and why?
  • Ans. 

    I don't know but pata chal jayega

  • Answered Anonymously
  • Q4. How can do it?
  • Q5. What to do work and why?
Interview experience
4
Good
Difficulty level
Easy
Process Duration
Less than 2 weeks
Result
Selected Selected

I applied via Naukri.com and was interviewed in Mar 2024. There was 1 interview round.

Round 1 - Technical 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Tell. me about youself
  • Q2. Sql question , pyspark questions
Interview experience
4
Good
Difficulty level
Easy
Process Duration
Less than 2 weeks
Result
Selected Selected

I applied via Company Website and was interviewed in Aug 2023. There were 6 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Coding Test 

I am a person with unwavering an working on this company coding test

Round 2 - Aptitude Test 

Aptitude test best' time at the highest goal hardware detected a good time

Round 3 - Technical 

(6 Questions)

  • Q1. Computer knowledge of science in bigner good knowledge
  • Q2. I am a person with unwavering support grow with a strong understanding of service
  • Q3. All members and clans handling the highest level of service.
  • Q4. I believe you have a great connection with any problems honestly working on company rules summary.
  • Q5. My summary data analysis skills development consultant all I have already mentioned skills!
  • Q6. My dream big and strong person in my challenges data scientist observing a very powerful mindset.
Round 4 - Technical 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. SQL knowledge in this is very important question prepare for everything response
Round 5 - Technical 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. My voice top voice LinkedIn social support all audience people are convenes.
Round 6 - Coding Test 

I believe you skills best coding test best' pofomanc and connect clans

Interview experience
5
Excellent
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
Less than 2 weeks
Result
Selected Selected

I applied via Naukri.com and was interviewed in May 2024. There was 1 interview round.

Round 1 - Coding Test 

1. Questions on spark basica
2. Sql coding questions
3. Java or scala basics

EPAM Systems Interview FAQs

How many rounds are there in EPAM Systems Big Data Engineer Lead interview?
EPAM Systems interview process usually has 2 rounds. The most common rounds in the EPAM Systems interview process are Coding Test and Technical.
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