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Google Software Developer Interview Questions, Process, and Tips

Updated 11 Jan 2025

Top Google Software Developer Interview Questions and Answers

  • Q1. Painter's Partition Problem Given an array/list of length ‘N’, where the array/list represents the boards and each element of the given array/list represents the length o ...read more
  • Q2. Special Numbers You are given an integer, ‘MAXVAL’. Your task is to determine the total number of special numbers present in the range, 1 to ‘MAXVAL’. Note: A special num ...read more
  • Q3. Shopping Spree Preeti has decided to go to the Grand Mall to buy some stuff for her father’s birthday. On reaching the place, she found a fascinating shop that has an unl ...read more
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Google Software Developer Interview Experiences

89 interviews found

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

I applied via AmbitionBox and was interviewed in Apr 2024. There were 3 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Aptitude Test 

An aptitude test is an exam used to determine an individual's skill or propensity to succeed in a given activity.

Round 2 - Technical 

(4 Questions)

  • Q1. Why is Java a platform independent language?
  • Ans. 

    Java is platform independent due to its bytecode and JVM implementation.

    • Java code is compiled into bytecode, which can run on any platform with a Java Virtual Machine (JVM)

    • JVM acts as an interpreter, translating bytecode into machine code specific to the underlying platform

    • This allows Java programs to be written once and run anywhere, without the need for recompilation

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  • Q2. What are Static Binding and Dynamic Binding?
  • Ans. 

    Static binding is resolved at compile time, while dynamic binding is resolved at runtime.

    • Static binding is also known as early binding, where the method call is resolved at compile time based on the type of the object.

    • Dynamic binding is also known as late binding, where the method call is resolved at runtime based on the actual type of the object.

    • Example of static binding: method overloading.

    • Example of dynamic binding:

  • Answered by AI
  • Q3. Explain Virtual Machine (JVM) architecture.
  • Ans. 

    JVM is a virtual machine that enables a computer to run Java programs.

    • JVM is platform-independent and converts Java bytecode into machine code.

    • It consists of class loader, runtime data areas, execution engine, and native method interface.

    • JVM manages memory, garbage collection, and exception handling.

    • Examples of JVM implementations include Oracle HotSpot, OpenJ9, and GraalVM.

  • Answered by AI
  • Q4. What is the lambda expression in JAVA?
  • Ans. 

    Lambda expression in JAVA is a concise way to represent a method implementation using a functional interface.

    • Lambda expressions are used to provide a more concise way to implement functional interfaces in JAVA.

    • They are similar to anonymous classes but with less boilerplate code.

    • Lambda expressions can be used to pass behavior as an argument to a method.

    • Syntax: (parameters) -> expression or (parameters) -> { statements;

  • Answered by AI
Round 3 - HR 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Tell me something about yourself?
  • Ans. Thank you for allowing me to introduce myself. My name is Sivaranjani and I am from Salem City in Tamilnadu. I completed my bachelor degree with the CSE branch from Muthayammal Engineering College. First of all, I want to introduce myself with my soft skills. I am optimistic, smart, self-confident, hardworking, and have a positive mindset. My technical skills include proficiency in Java programming language, C program...
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Interview Preparation Tips

Topics to prepare for Google Software Developer interview:
  • Core Java
  • Advanced Java
  • MySQL
Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Consider what you enjoy doing and what makes you happy.

Skills evaluated in this interview

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

I applied via Recruitment Consulltant and was interviewed in Nov 2024. There were 3 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Coding Test 

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Round 2 - Assignment 

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Round 3 - One-on-one 

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Software Developer Interview Questions & Answers

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posted on 1 Oct 2024

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

(5 Questions)

  • Q1. Introduce yourself
  • Ans. 

    I am a software developer with 5 years of experience in Java, Python, and SQL.

    • 5 years of experience in Java, Python, and SQL

    • Worked on developing web applications using Java Spring framework

    • Proficient in database management with SQL

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  • Q2. Array question of leetcode
  • Q3. Python basic and medium
  • Q4. C++ standard template library
  • Q5. Dynamic programming questions
Interview experience
5
Excellent
Difficulty level
-
Process Duration
-
Result
-

I applied via campus placement at Indian Institute of Technology (IIT), Jodhpur

Round 1 - Technical 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. What is tree in data structure
  • Q2. What is hashing in data structure

Interview Preparation Tips

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Interview experience
2
Poor
Difficulty level
-
Process Duration
-
Result
-
Round 1 - One-on-one 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Binary search on array
  • Ans. 

    Binary search is a fast search algorithm that finds the position of a target value within a sorted array.

    • Ensure the array is sorted before performing binary search.

    • Compare the target value with the middle element of the array.

    • If the target value is less than the middle element, search the left half of the array. If it is greater, search the right half.

    • Repeat the process until the target value is found or the subarray i

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  • Q2. Multi source bfs on the array
  • Ans. 

    Multi-source BFS on an array of strings involves finding the shortest path from multiple starting points to a target point.

    • Implement BFS algorithm to traverse the array of strings starting from multiple sources simultaneously.

    • Maintain a queue of nodes to visit next, and keep track of visited nodes to avoid revisiting.

    • Update the distance of each node from the sources as you traverse the array.

    • Example: Given an array of ...

  • Answered by AI

Skills evaluated in this interview

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Software Developer Interview Questions & Answers

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posted on 9 Oct 2024

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

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

Round 1 - Technical 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Explain about your project in detail
  • Ans. 

    Developed a web application for online shopping with user authentication and payment gateway integration.

    • Implemented user authentication using JWT tokens

    • Integrated Stripe API for payment processing

    • Designed responsive UI using React and Bootstrap

    • Utilized Node.js for backend development

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. Asked to solve 2 leetcode hard problems
Interview experience
5
Excellent
Difficulty level
-
Process Duration
-
Result
-
Round 1 - Coding Test 

DSA hard of dp and tree and graph, segments

Round 2 - Coding Test 

DSA medium questions were asked in the interview

Round 3 - One-on-one 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. DSA medium to hard

Software Developer Interview Questions & Answers

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posted on 11 Jan 2025

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

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Palindrome of the number we have to return

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Do your best and try to solve the problem as fast as possible

Software Developer interview

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posted on 27 Nov 2021

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

Test was conducted online on HAckerrank platform

Round 2 - Technical 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Sliding window , easy leetcode
  • Q2. HASHMAP ,find the all buddy
  • Ans. 

    A HashMap is a data structure that stores key-value pairs. To find all buddies in a HashMap, we need to iterate through the entries and compare values.

    • Iterate through the entries of the HashMap

    • Compare values to find buddies

    • Store buddies in an array of strings

  • Answered by AI

Skills evaluated in this interview

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

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. C++ is bad that java why?
  • Ans. 

    C++ and Java have different strengths and weaknesses, it's not accurate to say one is 'bad' compared to the other.

    • C++ is closer to the hardware and allows for more low-level programming, while Java is more platform-independent and easier to learn.

    • C++ gives more control over memory management, but this can lead to more bugs if not handled properly.

    • Java has automatic garbage collection, making memory management easier fo...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. Why is google better than facebook?
  • Ans. 

    Google is better than Facebook due to its focus on search and information retrieval.

    • Google's primary focus is on search and information retrieval, while Facebook is more focused on social networking.

    • Google's search algorithm is more advanced and accurate compared to Facebook's search functionality.

    • Google offers a wide range of services beyond social networking, such as Google Maps, Gmail, and Google Drive.

    • Google has a ...

  • Answered by AI

Google Interview FAQs

How many rounds are there in Google Software Developer interview?
Google interview process usually has 2-3 rounds. The most common rounds in the Google interview process are Coding Test, Technical and Resume Shortlist.
How to prepare for Google Software Developer 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 Google. The most common topics and skills that interviewers at Google expect are CRM and SAP ABAP.
What are the top questions asked in Google Software Developer interview?

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How long is the Google Software Developer interview process?

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

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