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Updated 29 Jun 2021

HSBC Group Senior Engineer Interview Experiences

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I applied via Referral and was interviewed in May 2021. There were 4 interview rounds.

Interview Questionnaire 

2 Questions

  • Q1. Ssis, sql server, power bi
  • Q2. Dml, ddl, dcl

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Be prepared for technical question. Specifically fot technology

I applied via Referral and was interviewed before Sep 2019. There were 3 interview rounds.

Interview Questionnaire 

8 Questions

  • Q1. Java logical question
  • Q2. Webdriver architecture
  • Q3. Framework, file and folder structure
  • Q4. Your approach to tackle dynamic objects
  • Ans. 

    I approach dynamic objects by analyzing their behavior and adapting my approach accordingly.

    • I start by understanding the nature of the dynamic object and its expected behavior

    • I then analyze its movement patterns and any potential obstacles or hazards

    • Based on this analysis, I adapt my approach to ensure safe and efficient interaction with the dynamic object

    • For example, when working with a moving conveyor belt, I would e...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q5. Implicit and explicit wait in selenium
  • Ans. 

    Implicit and explicit wait are two types of wait in Selenium used to synchronize the test execution with the application.

    • Implicit wait is used to set a default waiting time for the web elements to load before throwing an exception.

    • Explicit wait is used to wait for a specific condition to occur before proceeding with the test execution.

    • Implicit wait is set globally for the entire test script while explicit wait is set f...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q6. Java oops concepts
  • Q7. Sql queries related to joins
  • Q8. Basic Unix commands

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Be confident and try to connect yours answers with some example of your project.

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I applied via Campus Placement

Interview Questionnaire 

2 Questions

  • Q1. Why this specific profile? (analyst)
  • Ans. 

    I am passionate about analyzing data and deriving insights to drive strategic decision-making.

    • I have a strong background in data analysis and statistics.

    • I enjoy problem-solving and finding patterns in data.

    • I believe that my analytical skills can add value to the organization by providing actionable insights.

    • I have experience using various analytical tools such as Excel, SQL, and Tableau.

    • I am detail-oriented and thrive

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  • Q2. Why finance?
  • Ans. 

    Passion for analyzing data and making informed financial decisions.

    • I have always been fascinated by numbers and analyzing trends.

    • I enjoy the challenge of making sense of complex financial data.

    • I believe finance plays a crucial role in driving business success and growth.

    • I am motivated by the opportunity to help companies make informed financial decisions.

    • I find satisfaction in using data to identify opportunities for i

  • Answered by AI

Interview Preparation Tips

Round: Case Study Interview
Experience: Q: Give me five steps to estimate the number of traffic lights in Bombay.
Me: I will divide the city into equidistant lines, both vertical and horizontal; sort of a mesh. Then I would take vertical and horizontal rectangles i.e. the rectangles which fall on length and breadth of the city. Starting with the horizontal ones I would try to estimate the number of roads going from east to west in each rectangle(depending on the type of area: residential, commercial or a highway) Similarly I would try to estimate the number of roads going from north to south in each vertical rectangle. Now I have the average number of roads per unit length and per unit breadth. Now, I can calculate the average number of roads intersecting per rectangle. Now if I have the data, I can also use the traffic density data to further improve my estimate, i.e. whether the traffic light is required in that rectangle or not.(depending upon the traffic density)
Q: Lets say that golden quadrilateral gets completed tomorrow. What would be its impact on the sales of Ashok Leyland?
Me: Sir, they would increase, as more and more traffic will shift from railways to roadways as the average time taken by road will decrease.
Q: If I say that the sales will decreases by road, the truk will make the same number of trips in less amount of time, thereby rendering overcapacity in the road transport market therefore the sales will decrease.
Me: (I actually didn't let him complete, I interrupted him in between and said that I got the logic)
Tips: Don't try to overstate the facts.

Skills:
Duration: 3
College Name: IIM Lucknow

Interview Questionnaire 

11 Questions

  • Q1. What is the difference between multi tasking, multi processing and multi programming operating systems with examples ?
  • Ans. 

    Multi tasking, multi processing, and multi programming are different approaches to managing tasks in an operating system.

    • Multi tasking allows multiple tasks to run concurrently on a single processor.

    • Multi processing involves multiple processors running tasks simultaneously.

    • Multi programming allows multiple programs to be loaded into memory and executed concurrently.

    • Examples of multi tasking operating systems include Wi...

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  • Q2. Tell me about memory allocation (stack vs. heap)?
  • Ans. 

    Memory allocation refers to the process of assigning memory to programs during runtime.

    • Stack allocation is done automatically and is limited in size.

    • Heap allocation is done manually and is larger in size.

    • Stack memory is used for local variables and function calls.

    • Heap memory is used for dynamic memory allocation.

    • Memory leaks can occur if heap memory is not properly managed.

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  • Q3. You have two threads one printing even numbers in order and other odd numbers. Design an algorithm so that it prints numbers in natural order?
  • Ans. 

    Use a shared variable and synchronization mechanisms to ensure natural order printing of numbers.

    • Create two threads, one for printing even numbers and the other for printing odd numbers.

    • Use a shared variable to keep track of the current number to be printed.

    • Implement synchronization mechanisms like locks or semaphores to ensure only one thread can access the shared variable at a time.

    • Each thread should check if it is i...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q4. Print a matrix in spiral order?
  • Ans. 

    Printing a matrix in spiral order

    • Start from the first element and print it

    • Move in a spiral order towards the center of the matrix

    • Repeat until all elements are printed

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  • Q5. Thread class and Runnable Interface?
  • Ans. 

    Thread class and Runnable Interface are used for multithreading in Java.

    • Thread class is a predefined class in Java that provides methods to create and control threads.

    • Runnable interface is used to define a task that can be executed by a thread.

    • Thread class implements Runnable interface.

    • Thread class provides more control over threads than Runnable interface.

    • Example: Thread t = new Thread(new MyRunnable()); t.start();

    • Exa...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q6. What’s the difference between a Linked List and an ArrayList and give me an example of when to use which?
  • Ans. 

    Linked List is a dynamic data structure while ArrayList is a static data structure.

    • Linked List is best for frequent insertion and deletion operations.

    • ArrayList is best for frequent access operations.

    • Linked List uses more memory than ArrayList.

    • ArrayList is faster than Linked List for accessing elements.

    • Use Linked List when you need to frequently add or remove elements from the list.

    • Use ArrayList when you need to frequen

  • Answered by AI
  • Q7. Questions of OS concepts?
  • Q8. A role play scenario was given. With a clear instruction on I don’t need to know the basis and the hypothetical assumption was presented. I was told that I was expected to respond to the given scenario, in...
  • Q9. Why are you interested in a career in investment banking?
  • Ans. 

    I am not interested in a career in investment banking.

    • I am more interested in a career in software development

    • I enjoy problem-solving and creating innovative solutions through coding

    • Investment banking does not align with my passion and skill set

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  • Q10. Why have you chosen to apply to J.P. Morgan?
  • Ans. 

    I have chosen to apply to J.P. Morgan because of their reputation, global presence, and opportunities for growth.

    • J.P. Morgan has a strong reputation in the financial industry.

    • They have a global presence with offices in multiple countries.

    • The company offers various opportunities for career growth and development.

    • J.P. Morgan is known for its innovative technology solutions in the financial sector.

    • I am impressed by their ...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q11. Have you ever made a mistake? Tell us about it?
  • Ans. 

    Yes, I have made a mistake in my previous project.

    • I underestimated the complexity of a task and ended up missing the deadline.

    • I failed to properly test a feature, resulting in a bug that affected user experience.

    • I accidentally deleted an important file without having a backup.

    • I misunderstood a requirement and implemented a feature incorrectly.

  • Answered by AI

Interview Preparation Tips

Round: Test
Total Questions: 1

General Tips: Interview Process: Aptitude test, followed by 3 rounds of interview. Interview process was very good. Just be positive to clear the interview.
Check this link before appearing for interview with JP Morgan. It will help  -----
Skills: Algorithm, Data structure, Stack
College Name: Na

Skills evaluated in this interview

I was interviewed in Oct 2016.

Interview Questionnaire 

4 Questions

  • Q1. Select any five companies you would invest in and why given the required metrics.
  • Ans. 

    I cannot provide investment advice, but here are five companies that have shown strong financial performance in recent years.

    • Apple - consistently high revenue and profit margins

    • Amazon - dominant player in e-commerce and cloud computing

    • Microsoft - strong growth in cloud computing and enterprise software

    • Alphabet (Google) - diversified revenue streams and strong advertising business

    • Visa - dominant player in the payments i

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. Questions based on case study.
  • Q3. Detailed discussions on the indian economy?
  • Q4. Brexit vote and how it would effect the indian economy?
  • Ans. 

    The Brexit vote could have both positive and negative effects on the Indian economy.

    • Positive effects: Increased trade opportunities with the UK, potential for attracting foreign investments from companies relocating from the UK.

    • Negative effects: Uncertainty in global markets leading to volatility in exchange rates, potential decline in exports to the UK.

    • Example: Indian IT companies may face challenges due to stricter i...

  • Answered by AI

Interview Preparation Tips

Round: Case Study Interview
Experience: We were first taught the basics of operations involved in working with an investment bank. Based on the workshop we were given a case study with a list of companies to select the one's which are potencial candidates for investments. We were all divided into groups of 5 students.

Round: Test
Experience: The test was basic. Economical aptitude requires prior knowledge of economics concepts. The review topicwas GST bill.
Duration: 1 hour
Total Questions: 41

Round: Stress Interview
Tips: It is important to be aware about the current events and economies.

Skills: Economic Affairs, Financial Economics, Knowledge On Current Affairs
College Name: Thapar University, Patiala

I applied via Company Website and was interviewed in Mar 2018. There were 4 interview rounds.

Interview Preparation Tips

General Tips: I am mohd zaffer with three year computer diploma three year work experience in computer center lam interested for this bank job sir you gave me opportunity for this job
Skills: Computer Networking

Interview Questionnaire 

1 Question

  • Q1. About banks in Indian market About kotak Savings accounts Current accounts Rate of interest NII NIV

Interview Preparation Tips

Round: Resume Shortlist
Experience: Hi..
It is magical movment for me when i got call from the HR of HDFC bank. I am just uploading my resume on the banks carrier & after a month or 2 months they called me for the interview.
Tips: Many of us upload their resume on all job sites in addition to that also upload your resume on the respective companies carrier site, if they found your resume as suitable then they definitely contact you.

I was interviewed before Mar 2016.

Interview Questionnaire 

2 Questions

  • Q1. Some technical questions were asked
  • Q2. They spring hibernate MVC flow and core java and Oracle connectivity questions

Interview Preparation Tips

Round: Technical + HR Interview
Experience: There was a Team manager and his junior for the interview

I was interviewed before May 2016.

Interview Preparation Tips

Round: Resume Shortlist
Tips: Short and concise

Round: Test
Tips: Basic concept must be cleared
Total Questions: 50

Round: HR Interview
Tips: Fundamental and your goals towards ur life.. should be clear.

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