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HCLTech Senior Developer Interview Questions, Process, and Tips

Updated 3 Jan 2025

Top HCLTech Senior Developer Interview Questions and Answers

  • Q1. 1.Candidate and Super Key in SQL Server. 2.Difference in join and sub query. 3. How to achieve abstraction , Write the example. 4. can we write Static Function and constr ...read more
  • Q2. What’s Mulesoft ? What’s Munit ? What’s Runtime Manager ? What’s Scaling ? What’s RAML ?
  • Q3. What different connector have you worked on ? Explain then
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HCLTech Senior Developer Interview Experiences

15 interviews found

I applied via LinkedIn and was interviewed in Mar 2021. There were 3 interview rounds.

Interview Questionnaire 

7 Questions

  • Q1. There were two technical rounds.Prepare OOPS concept well, Multi threading, Exception handling,Collections, Maps, SDLC, code management.
  • Q2. How to run java program using command line?
  • Ans. 

    To run a Java program using command line, use the 'java' command followed by the name of the class containing the main method.

    • Navigate to the directory containing the .class file

    • Type 'java' followed by the name of the class containing the main method

    • Include any necessary command line arguments after the class name

    • Press enter to run the program

    • Example: java MyProgram arg1 arg2

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  • Q3. What is defect?
  • Ans. 

    A defect is an error or flaw in a software application that causes it to behave unexpectedly or not as intended.

    • Defects can be caused by coding errors, design flaws, or environmental factors.

    • Defects can lead to system crashes, data corruption, or security vulnerabilities.

    • Examples of defects include syntax errors, logic errors, and performance issues.

    • Defects can be identified through testing, debugging, and code reviews

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  • Q4. Explain Internal working of Hashmap
  • Ans. 

    Hashmap is a data structure that stores key-value pairs and uses hashing to retrieve values quickly.

    • Hashmap uses an array to store the key-value pairs

    • The key is hashed to find the index in the array where the value is stored

    • If two keys hash to the same index, a linked list is used to store multiple values

    • Hashmap uses load factor to determine when to resize the array

    • Hashmap provides constant time complexity for insertio

  • Answered by AI
  • Q5. What is classloader? It's types
  • Ans. 

    Classloader is a part of JVM that loads classes into memory. It has three types: Bootstrap, Extension, and Application.

    • Classloader loads classes into memory when they are needed by the program

    • Bootstrap classloader loads core Java classes from the JDK's rt.jar file

    • Extension classloader loads classes from the JDK's lib/ext directory

    • Application classloader loads classes from the classpath of the application

    • Classloader fol

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  • Q6. Difference between Hashmap and Hashtable
  • Ans. 

    Hashmap and Hashtable are both used to store key-value pairs, but Hashtable is synchronized and slower than Hashmap.

    • Hashmap is not synchronized and allows null keys/values.

    • Hashtable is synchronized and does not allow null keys/values.

    • Hashmap is faster than Hashtable.

    • Hashmap is preferred for non-threaded applications.

    • Hashtable is preferred for threaded applications.

    • Example: HashMap map = new HashMap<>()

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  • Q7. Exception handling questions. One of them was parent catch box was written first and then child catch box, what is the execution flow

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Do coding practice? And be prepared for scenario based questions

Skills evaluated in this interview

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

I applied via Naukri.com and was interviewed in Dec 2024. There were 3 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Technical 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Project related question , Interface , Abstraction
Round 2 - Technical 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Scenario based question
Round 3 - HR 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Salary Discussioon

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

(1 Question)

  • Q1. What is go routines
  • Ans. 

    Goroutines are lightweight threads managed by the Go runtime, allowing concurrent execution of functions.

    • Goroutines are created using the 'go' keyword followed by a function call.

    • They are multiplexed onto multiple OS threads by the Go runtime.

    • Goroutines communicate using channels to share data safely.

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Senior Developer Interview Questions & Answers

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posted on 29 Apr 2024

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

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Single ton design pattern
  • Ans. 

    Singleton design pattern ensures a class has only one instance and provides a global point of access to it.

    • Ensures a class has only one instance

    • Provides a global point of access to that instance

    • Commonly used in scenarios where only one instance of a class is needed, such as database connections or configuration settings

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Skills evaluated in this interview

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Senior Developer Interview Questions & Answers

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posted on 10 Apr 2024

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

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Basics of itk programming

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Interview experience
4
Good
Difficulty level
-
Process Duration
-
Result
-
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 

(7 Questions)

  • Q1. What’s Mulesoft ? What’s Munit ? What’s Runtime Manager ? What’s Scaling ? What’s RAML ?
  • Ans. 

    Mulesoft is an integration platform that connects applications, data, and devices.

    • Munit is a testing framework for Mulesoft applications.

    • Runtime Manager is a cloud-based platform for managing Mulesoft applications.

    • Scaling refers to the ability of Mulesoft to handle increased traffic and workload.

    • RAML is a language used to define APIs in a human-readable format.

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  • Q2. Explain any one interface of your project ?
  • Q3. Explain secure property ?
  • Ans. 

    Secure property refers to a property that is protected from unauthorized access or modification.

    • Secure property can be achieved through encryption, access control, and authentication.

    • Examples of secure properties include passwords, financial information, and personal data.

    • Secure property is important for maintaining privacy and preventing data breaches.

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  • Q4. What different connector have you worked on ? Explain then
  • Ans. 

    I have worked on various connectors including REST, SOAP, JDBC, and JMS.

    • I have experience working with REST APIs and building RESTful web services.

    • I have worked with SOAP APIs and have experience in creating SOAP-based web services.

    • I have worked with JDBC connectors and have experience in connecting to databases using JDBC drivers.

    • I have experience working with JMS and have implemented messaging systems using JMS.

    • I hav...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q5. Explain batch job , scatter gather ?
  • Ans. 

    Batch job is a process of executing a series of jobs in a batch mode. Scatter gather is a technique of parallel processing.

    • Batch job is used for processing large volumes of data in a batch mode.

    • Scatter gather is used for parallel processing of data across multiple nodes.

    • Batch job is sequential in nature while scatter gather is parallel.

    • Batch job is commonly used in ETL processes while scatter gather is used in distribu...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q6. What’s routing ? Explain exception handling
  • Ans. 

    Routing is the process of selecting a path for network traffic to travel.

    • Routing is used in networking to determine the best path for data to travel between devices.

    • It involves analyzing the network topology and selecting the most efficient path.

    • Routing protocols like OSPF and BGP are used to automate the process.

    • Exception handling is the process of dealing with errors and exceptions in code.

    • It involves catching and ha...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q7. Explain everything you know about Mulesoft
  • Ans. 

    Mulesoft is an integration platform that connects applications, data, and devices.

    • Mulesoft is used for building APIs and integrating different systems

    • It provides a unified platform for managing APIs, integrations, and analytics

    • Mulesoft uses Anypoint Studio for development and deployment

    • It supports various protocols and data formats including REST, SOAP, JSON, and XML

    • Mulesoft offers pre-built connectors for popular appl...

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Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Keep everything prepared from Mulesoft fundamental

Skills evaluated in this interview

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

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Oops concepts,how you used in your existing application
  • Q2. What Routing mechanism in web api
  • Ans. 

    Web API uses attribute routing and convention-based routing for routing mechanism.

    • Web API uses attribute routing to define routes directly on the controller actions or at the controller level.

    • Convention-based routing is based on the naming conventions of the controller and action methods.

    • Attribute routing allows for more control over the URIs and is preferred for complex routing scenarios.

  • Answered by AI

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Focus on basics in .net

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 before Nov 2022. There were 4 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Resume Shortlist 
Pro Tip by AmbitionBox:
Properly align and format text in your resume. A recruiter will have to spend more time reading poorly aligned text, leading to high chances of rejection.
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Round 2 - Technical 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Its pure technical
  • Q2. They will your domainrelatedquestions
Round 3 - One-on-one 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Its the managerial round
Round 4 - HR 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. They will start with low salary so pls ask your expected ones

I applied via Approached by Company and was interviewed in Apr 2022. There were 2 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Resume Shortlist 
Pro Tip by AmbitionBox:
Double-check your resume for any spelling mistakes. The recruiter may consider spelling mistakes as careless behavior or poor communication skills.
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Round 2 - Technical 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. 1.Candidate and Super Key in SQL Server. 2.Difference in join and sub query. 3. How to achieve abstraction , Write the example. 4. can we write Static Function and constructor in Abstract class.
  • Ans. 

    Answers to SQL Server and OOP related questions for Senior Developer position.

    • Candidate key is a unique identifier for a row in a table, while super key is a set of columns that can uniquely identify a row.

    • Join combines data from two or more tables based on a related column, while subquery is a query within another query.

    • Abstraction can be achieved by creating abstract classes or interfaces that define common propertie...

  • Answered by AI

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Interviewer is little rude , Interview question is easy but some of the question not practical.

Skills evaluated in this interview

I applied via Naukri.com and was interviewed in Sep 2021. There were 4 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Technical 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Explain about about you and background and your experiences and expertise areas. Difficulties or challenges that we faced in our last project What is performance tuning in Teradata and how to do one? Whet...
Round 2 - HR 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. What are your salary expectations?
Round 3 - One-on-one 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Explain about your experience and expertise? Tell about yourself?
Round 4 - One-on-one 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Tell about yourself? Explain your last project and the challenges that you faced and if any appreciation you got from clients?

Interview Preparation Tips

Topics to prepare for HCLTech Senior Developer interview:
  • Teradata SQL
  • Teradata architecture
Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Prepare well on the technical topics as well as your projects that you have done with your previous employers and its challenges
Interview experience
5
Excellent
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
Less than 2 weeks
Result
Selected Selected

I applied via Naukri.com and was interviewed before Mar 2023. There were 2 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Coding Test 

Coding environment provided and asked me to write programs

Round 2 - HR 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Expected salary
  • Q2. Why you leaving current company

HCLTech Interview FAQs

How many rounds are there in HCLTech Senior Developer interview?
HCLTech interview process usually has 2-3 rounds. The most common rounds in the HCLTech interview process are Technical, HR and Resume Shortlist.
How to prepare for HCLTech Senior 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 HCLTech. The most common topics and skills that interviewers at HCLTech expect are C++, Java, Javascript, C# and .Net.
What are the top questions asked in HCLTech Senior Developer interview?

Some of the top questions asked at the HCLTech Senior Developer interview -

  1. 1.Candidate and Super Key in SQL Server. 2.Difference in join and sub query. 3....read more
  2. What’s Mulesoft ? What’s Munit ? What’s Runtime Manager ? What’s Scalin...read more
  3. What different connector have you worked on ? Explain t...read more

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HCLTech Senior Developer Interview Process

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