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HCLTech SQL Database Administrator Interview Questions and Answers for Experienced

Updated 10 Apr 2024

HCLTech SQL Database Administrator Interview Experiences for Experienced

2 interviews found

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

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

Round 1 - HR 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Salary discussion
  • Q2. About previous company and quit reason

SQL Database Administrator interview

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

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

Round 1 - Coding Test 

Test your algorithmic thinking and problem solving skills

Round 2 - One-on-one 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Communications,clearity of answers
Round 3 - HR 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Discussion about packages,joining date

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Self assessment,Techical preparation

I was interviewed in Nov 2022.

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 

(5 Questions)

  • Q1. End to end approach when given data.
  • Q2. Diff in clustered index and non clustered index with example
  • Ans. 

    Clustered index determines physical order of data while non-clustered index is a separate structure.

    • Clustered index sorts and stores data in the table based on the key values

    • Non-clustered index creates a separate structure to store the index data

    • Clustered index can only be created on one column while non-clustered index can be created on multiple columns

    • Example: Clustered index on a customer table can be created on the...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q3. Diff composite and non composite key and then to create primary key without defining primary key what are other alternatives. Ana - Like. Unique, not null, candidate key.
  • Ans. 

    Composite key is made up of multiple columns while non-composite key is made up of a single column. Primary key can also be defined using unique, not null, or candidate key.

    • Composite key uses multiple columns to uniquely identify a row while non-composite key uses a single column

    • Primary key can be defined using unique, not null, or candidate key instead of explicitly defining it

    • Candidate key is a unique key that can be

  • Answered by AI
  • Q4. Recursive stored Procedure Optimising techniques Recovery and backup. How to do Loading of Jason file in sql How is Scheduling done On/off set count with curser example.
  • Ans. 

    Questions on SQL Database Administration including recursive stored procedures, optimization, recovery and backup, loading JSON files, scheduling, and cursor examples.

    • For recursive stored procedures, use common table expressions (CTEs) to simplify the code

    • Optimization techniques include indexing, query tuning, and partitioning

    • Regular backups and testing of recovery procedures are essential for data protection

    • To load JS...

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  • Q5. There were many more sql question is been asked by giving scenario and tables.
Round 3 - HR 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Formal discussion and salary negotiations
Round 4 - Behavioral 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Discussion about roles and responsibilities

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - My interviews was very knowledgeable person. interview have been conducted smoothly. Just one think which is. They delay so much that it looks like it’s a govt organisation.
Interview experience
5
Excellent
Difficulty level
-
Process Duration
-
Result
-
Round 1 - Technical 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. What major issues have you faced in your professional experience?
Round 2 - HR 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. What are your salary expectations for this position?

I applied via Referral and was interviewed in Mar 2022. There were 2 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Aptitude Test 
Round 2 - Technical 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Basics of SQL and Joins

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Work new skill of python and clouds
Interview experience
4
Good
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
Less than 2 weeks
Result
Selected Selected

I applied via Job Fair and was interviewed before Aug 2022. There were 3 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Aptitude Test 

Aptitude test was conducted.

Round 2 - Technical 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Technical questions were asked
Round 3 - HR 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. What's the salary expectation
Interview experience
4
Good
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
Less than 2 weeks
Result
Not Selected

I applied via Approached by Company and was interviewed in May 2024. There were 2 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Aptitude Test 

It was good interview everyone was friendly

Round 2 - HR 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Why are you switching your current job
  • Ans. 

    Seeking new challenges and growth opportunities in a more dynamic environment.

    • Looking for new challenges and opportunities for growth

    • Interested in working in a more dynamic environment

    • Seeking to expand my skills and knowledge in a different setting

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  • Q2. What is your expected CTC
  • Ans. 

    My expected CTC is negotiable based on the job responsibilities and market standards.

    • My expected CTC is based on my experience, skills, and the job requirements.

    • I am open to discussing the salary range during the interview process.

    • I am looking for a competitive salary package that aligns with industry standards.

    • I am flexible and willing to consider other benefits in addition to the salary.

  • Answered by AI
Interview experience
1
Bad
Difficulty level
Hard
Process Duration
Less than 2 weeks
Result
Not Selected

I applied via Naukri.com and was interviewed in Mar 2023. There were 2 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 - One-on-one 

(3 Questions)

  • Q1. Surprisingly, the person started asking knowledge about Linux commands.
  • Q2. Grep, Kill, Call, chmode etc. etc. .
  • Q3. Syntaxes, rwx combo etc. .

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Don't apply or appear in interview before exactly confirming what the company actually needs. Recruiting managers tell you one story about the requirement and there is some other scene at all in the front of the interviewer.
Interview experience
5
Excellent
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
More than 8 weeks
Result
Selected Selected

I applied via Referral and was interviewed before Jan 2023. There were 2 interview rounds.

Round 1 - HR 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Basic questions
Round 2 - Technical 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Asking over past experience
  • Q2. RAC and GG related questions. Data guard gap resolve. RMAN scenario based question. Oracle architecture.

HCLTech Interview FAQs

How many rounds are there in HCLTech SQL Database Administrator interview for experienced candidates?
HCLTech interview process for experienced candidates usually has 1 rounds. The most common rounds in the HCLTech interview process for experienced candidates are HR.
How to prepare for HCLTech SQL Database Administrator interview for experienced candidates?
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 HCLTech. The most common topics and skills that interviewers at HCLTech expect are SQL DBA, Database Administration, SQL, Clustering and Log Shipping.
What are the top questions asked in HCLTech SQL Database Administrator interview for experienced candidates?

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