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Goldman Sachs Strategist Interview Questions and Answers

Updated 5 Sep 2015

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Strategist Interview Questions & Answers

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posted on 23 Aug 2015

Interview Preparation Tips

Round: Puzzle Interview
Experience: Just some basic puzzles like: Given 100 doors all closed if you toggle the state of all multiples of 1 then toggle the state of the multiples of 2 and so on… which doors will be finally open; Given points in a plane describe a data structure to find points within 1 km radius of any given input point; (since I had done regression analysis course) Find the Best linear unbiased estimate of parameters in a linear regression model; Basics of Convex Optimization; Spaghetti Puzzle : find expected number of loops in a spaghetti bowl with n strands if you randomly choose 2 ends and join them together; (this one was a tough one and I struggled a bit while solving this …. But the good this is that the interviewer helps you) Given a pile of n stones you randomly divide it into 2 stacks and multiply the size of the 2 stacks and note the value. Every time you divide the stack you multiply the sizes of the 2 stacks and then note the value. Then sum up all these values. What will this value be? (Ans: n(n-1)/2). There were a total of 5 rounds.

General Tips: Remain calm because things like pre scheduling of interviews can happen and you shouldn’t let that affect you since you have prepared too much for this moment and now is not the time to panic.

Try to surround yourself with friends and maintain a positive attitude. Be friendly with the SPO representatives because they’ll help you A LOT with the interview scheduling. Don’t rush the interview and take your time.
Start your preparation early. Placement is 90% preparation and 10% luck.

College Name: IIT Kanpur

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Interview experience
4
Good
Difficulty level
-
Process Duration
-
Result
-
Round 1 - Technical 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Explain your App Archictecture
  • Ans. 

    Our app architecture follows a microservices approach, utilizing Docker containers and Kubernetes for scalability and flexibility.

    • Utilizes microservices architecture for modular and scalable development

    • Uses Docker containers for easy deployment and management

    • Leverages Kubernetes for orchestration and scaling

    • Implements RESTful APIs for communication between services

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. Design Patterns

Skills evaluated in this interview

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

I applied via Approached by Company and was interviewed in Dec 2023. There was 1 interview round.

Round 1 - Technical 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Design parking lot
  • Ans. 

    Designing a functional and efficient parking lot layout.

    • Consider the size and shape of the lot

    • Include designated spaces for different types of vehicles (compact, regular, handicap)

    • Incorporate clear signage and markings for easy navigation

    • Include lighting for safety and security

    • Consider landscaping and green spaces for aesthetics

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. Most challenging part of project you worked on

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Be yourself. Prepare resume well

Skills evaluated in this interview

Interview experience
4
Good
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
Less than 2 weeks
Result
Selected Selected

I applied via Company Website and was interviewed in Jul 2023. There were 2 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Resume Shortlist 
Pro Tip by AmbitionBox:
Keep your resume crisp and to the point. A recruiter looks at your resume for an average of 6 seconds, make sure to leave the best impression.
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Round 2 - Technical 

(4 Questions)

  • Q1. Well prepare for AD ,GPO and troubleshooting. Networking requirements for migration AD security concepts
  • Q2. DC locator and LDAP records
  • Q3. LDAP and DNS records
  • Q4. Kerberos knowledge

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Well prepared AD architecture ,you will clear easily.
Do not negotiate salary
Interview experience
5
Excellent
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
Less than 2 weeks
Result
-

I applied via Walk-in and was interviewed in Jan 2024. There were 3 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Group Discussion 

One topic choose and give speech

Round 2 - Aptitude Test 

4 part in aptitude english, logical, insurance, accounting

Round 3 - Technical 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. What is accounting
  • Ans. 

    Accounting is the process of recording, summarizing, analyzing, and reporting financial transactions of a business.

    • Involves recording financial transactions

    • Summarizing financial data in financial statements

    • Analyzing financial information to make business decisions

    • Reporting financial results to stakeholders

    • Examples: preparing balance sheets, income statements, cash flow statements

  • Answered by AI
Interview experience
5
Excellent
Difficulty level
Easy
Process Duration
-
Result
Selected Selected

I applied via AmbitionBox and was interviewed before Oct 2023. There was 1 interview round.

Round 1 - HR 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. How many years experience in accounting
  • Ans. 

    I have 5 years of experience in accounting, including roles in both public and private sectors.

    • 5 years of accounting experience

    • Experience in both public and private sectors

    • Proficient in financial analysis and reporting

    • Knowledge of accounting software such as QuickBooks and SAP

  • Answered by AI

I applied via Naukri.com and was interviewed in Sep 2021. There was 1 interview round.

Interview Questionnaire 

7 Questions

  • Q1. What is company status
  • Ans. 

    Company status refers to the legal and financial standing of a company.

    • It indicates whether a company is active or inactive.

    • It also reflects the financial health of the company.

    • Company status can be checked through government databases or credit reporting agencies.

    • Examples of company status include 'active', 'dissolved', 'suspended', and 'bankrupt'.

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. On which software company work
  • Q3. How many employees are working in company
  • Ans. 

    The number of employees in the company is not available.

    • The exact number of employees is unknown.

    • The company does not disclose the employee count.

    • Employee count may vary over time.

    • Employee count can be obtained from the company's HR department.

  • Answered by AI
  • Q4. What is financial status of company
  • Ans. 

    The financial status of a company refers to its overall financial health and performance.

    • Financial status can be determined by analyzing financial statements such as balance sheets, income statements, and cash flow statements.

    • Key indicators of financial status include profitability, liquidity, solvency, and efficiency.

    • Profitability measures the company's ability to generate profits, while liquidity measures its ability...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q5. Finally knowing flexible of company
  • Q6. What kind of employee u need
  • Ans. 

    We need an employee who is detail-oriented, analytical, and has strong communication skills.

    • Detail-oriented: The employee should have a keen eye for accuracy and be able to spot errors or discrepancies in financial records.

    • Analytical: They should possess strong problem-solving skills and be able to analyze financial data to identify trends or patterns.

    • Strong communication skills: The employee should be able to effectiv...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q7. Company is in profit moto

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - I'm fresher I didn't attend any interviews
Interview experience
4
Good
Difficulty level
Easy
Process Duration
2-4 weeks
Result
Selected Selected

I applied via Recruitment Consulltant and was interviewed before Nov 2022. There were 3 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Resume Shortlist 
Pro Tip by AmbitionBox:
Don’t add your photo or details such as gender, age, and address in your resume. These details do not add any value.
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Round 2 - Assignment 

What is Balance sheet

Round 3 - Group Discussion 

What is tha discussion problem and solution

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  • Economic development
  • Value for the customer service
  • Customer
Interview experience
2
Poor
Difficulty level
-
Process Duration
-
Result
-
Round 1 - Technical 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. What account rules
  • Ans. 

    Account rules refer to the guidelines and principles that govern the recording and reporting of financial transactions in an organization.

    • Account rules dictate how transactions are classified and recorded in financial statements

    • They ensure consistency and accuracy in financial reporting

    • Examples include the matching principle, revenue recognition principle, and historical cost principle

  • Answered by AI

Interview Questionnaire 

1 Question

  • Q1. About design. solid principles, recent product we designed

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