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HSBC Group Scrum Master Interview Questions and Answers for Experienced

Updated 17 Dec 2020

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Scrum Master Interview Questions & Answers

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posted on 17 Dec 2020

I applied via Naukri.com and was interviewed in Nov 2020. There was 1 interview round.

Interview Questionnaire 

6 Questions

  • Q1. Two technical rounds were conducted and both are on zoom app (video interview).1st round lasts for around 30 minutes and one of the lady from Hsbc took it. It was more around discussion kind of round and ...
  • Q2. Tell me something about your self
  • Q3. What is the team size of my last project
  • Q4. What is the biggest challenge you faced as a scrum master
  • Q5. How you resolve conflicts between teams or outside the team or with any stakeholders and team
  • Ans. 

    As a Scrum Master, I resolve conflicts by facilitating open communication, active listening, and finding common ground.

    • Encourage open communication between parties involved

    • Actively listen to all parties and understand their perspectives

    • Find common ground and work towards a mutually beneficial solution

    • Use mediation techniques if necessary

    • Ensure that all parties are satisfied with the resolution

    • Document the conflict and

  • Answered by AI
  • Q6. How you remove impediments
  • Ans. 

    I remove impediments by identifying them, prioritizing them, and working with the team to find solutions.

    • Identify the impediment

    • Prioritize the impediment based on its impact on the team's progress

    • Work with the team to find solutions

    • Remove the impediment as quickly as possible

    • Follow up to ensure the impediment does not reoccur

  • Answered by AI

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - I cleared 1st round and now I am waiting for the results of 2nd round

Interview questions from similar companies

I applied via Referral and was interviewed before Mar 2021. There was 1 interview round.

Round 1 - One-on-one 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Why should we consider you ? coz given my relevant experience and educational background, i strongly believe I am the right fit for this role.

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - be confident and honest in your replies.

I applied via Referral and was interviewed before Sep 2021. There was 1 interview round.

Round 1 - One-on-one 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Questions related to the JD

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Please go through JD and prepare for the interview. Questions based on the profile

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

Round 1 - One-on-one 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. People management question
Round 2 - One-on-one 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. All about the previous work experience and people management question

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Be prepared, confident, go through your complete resume
Interview experience
5
Excellent
Difficulty level
Easy
Process Duration
-
Result
Selected Selected
Round 1 - Technical 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Accrual and Difference between US gaap and IFRS
  • Ans. 

    Accrual and difference between US GAAP and IFRS

    • Accrual accounting recognizes revenue and expenses when they are incurred, regardless of when cash is received or paid

    • US GAAP and IFRS differ in their treatment of certain accounting principles, such as revenue recognition, inventory valuation, and lease accounting

    • Under US GAAP, revenue recognition is generally more prescriptive, while IFRS allows more judgment and flexibi...

  • Answered by AI
Round 2 - Technical 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Deferred and Accrual difference and Cash Flow Statement and Management Fees
Interview experience
4
Good
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
2-4 weeks
Result
-
Round 1 - Technical 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. How to optimize SQL Joins
  • Ans. 

    Optimizing SQL Joins involves using proper indexing, limiting the result set, and avoiding unnecessary joins.

    • Use indexes on columns involved in join conditions to improve performance

    • Limit the result set by using WHERE clause to filter out unnecessary rows before joining

    • Avoid unnecessary joins by only joining the tables that are needed for the query

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. How to optimize performance
  • Ans. 

    Optimizing performance involves setting clear goals, providing feedback, offering training and development opportunities, and fostering a positive work environment.

    • Set clear goals and expectations for employees

    • Provide regular feedback and recognition for good performance

    • Offer training and development opportunities to help employees improve their skills

    • Create a positive work environment that promotes collaboration and c...

  • Answered by AI

Skills evaluated in this interview

Interview experience
1
Bad
Difficulty level
-
Process Duration
-
Result
Selected Selected
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 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Based on your CV they will ask detailed questions
  • Q2. Just casual questions on personal

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Dont go for this Company if you have better options, worst company to ever work with. You can sense this from day 1 nothing feels good here . Leaders are not even qualified. Teams keep changing and structure is confusing. They dont even train you for few months and then expect tou to work without trainings
Interview experience
5
Excellent
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. Technical with offshore manager
  • Q2. All on the process as per the resume
Round 3 - Technical 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Technical round with Onshore partner
  • Q2. As per the resume and on the basis of the process you are applying for
Interview experience
4
Good
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
4-6 weeks
Result
Selected Selected

I applied via Job Portal and was interviewed before Mar 2023. There were 2 interview rounds.

Round 1 - One-on-one 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Tell me about yourself
  • Q2. Why should we hire you
Round 2 - One-on-one 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Strength and weakness

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Please be familiar with resume and your strength and weakness
Interview experience
5
Excellent
Difficulty level
-
Process Duration
-
Result
-
Round 1 - One-on-one 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Roles and responsibilities in the current role
  • Q2. Situational questions to check different approaches to solve a problem

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