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Updated 4 Oct 2024

HSBC Software Development Software Engineer Interview Experiences

2 interviews found

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

Basic Aptitude tests + Behavioural MCQs

Round 2 - Coding Test 

6 coding questions all were leetcode easy

Round 3 - Technical 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Basic Java questions such as OOPS
  • Q2. Project related questions such as how APIs work

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Grind Java 8, its features,
Interview experience
5
Excellent
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
2-4 weeks
Result
Selected Selected

I applied via Recruitment Consulltant and was interviewed before Aug 2023. There were 3 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Technical 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Singleton class
  • Q2. Page object model
Round 2 - Behavioral 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Headless testing
  • Q2. API testing using postman
  • Ans. 

    API testing using Postman involves sending requests to APIs and validating responses.

    • Create a new request in Postman and enter the API endpoint

    • Add headers, parameters, and body if necessary

    • Send the request and check the response for correctness

    • Use Postman's testing features to automate validation

  • Answered by AI
Round 3 - HR 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. My Introduction
  • Q2. Salary discussion

Skills evaluated in this interview

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Interview experience
5
Excellent
Difficulty level
Easy
Process Duration
2-4 weeks
Result
Selected Selected

I was interviewed in Jan 2025.

Round 1 - Interview Questions 

(20 Questions)

  • Q1. Explain the difference between ArrayList and LinkedList in Java. When would you choose one over the other?
  • Q2. What are the advantages and disadvantages of using Java’s synchronized keyword for thread synchronization? Can you explain how the ReentrantLock compares to synchronized?
  • Q3. What is the difference between == and .equals() in Java? When should each be used, and what issues can arise from improper usage?
  • Q4. How does the Java garbage collector work? Can you describe the different types of garbage collection algorithms available in Java?
  • Q5. What are the main features of Java 8? Can you explain how lambdas and the Stream API have changed the way Java applications are written?
  • Q6. Describe the differences between checked and unchecked exceptions in Java. Provide examples and explain how to handle them properly.
  • Q7. What is the Java Memory Model, and how does it affect multithreading and synchronization? How does volatile help ensure memory visibility?
  • Q8. Can you explain the difference between method overloading and method overriding in Java? Provide examples where each should be used.
  • Q9. What are functional interfaces in Java? How do they work with lambda expressions? Provide an example of a custom functional interface.
  • Q10. What is a Java Stream, and how does it differ from an Iterator? Explain how Streams can be used to process collections efficiently.
  • Q11. Explain the concept of immutability in Java. How does the String class achieve immutability, and what are the advantages of immutable objects?
  • Q12. What is the difference between final, finally, and finalize in Java? Provide examples to illustrate their usage.
  • Q13. Explain the Singleton design pattern in Java. How can you implement it safely to ensure thread safety?
  • Q14. What are Java annotations, and how are they used in frameworks like Spring? Explain the difference between built-in and custom annotations.
  • Q15. How do Java Streams handle parallel processing? What are the potential pitfalls of using parallel streams, and how can they be mitigated?
  • Q16. Explain the difference between ArrayList and LinkedList in Java. ArrayList is implemented as a dynamic array, while LinkedList is a doubly linked list. ArrayList provides fast random access (O(1) complexi...
  • Q17. What are the advantages and disadvantages of using Java’s synchronized keyword for thread synchronization? The synchronized keyword ensures that only one thread can access a block of code at a time. It pr...
  • Q18. What is the difference between == and .equals() in Java? == checks for reference equality, meaning it compares memory addresses. equals() checks for value equality, which can be overridden in user-defined...
  • Q19. How does the Java garbage collector work? Garbage collection in Java automatically reclaims memory occupied by unused objects. The JVM has different types of GC algorithms, including Serial, Parallel, CMS...
  • Q20. What are the main features of Java 8? Java 8 introduced lambda expressions, enabling functional-style programming. The Stream API allows efficient data processing with map, filter, and reduce operations. ...
Interview experience
4
Good
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
4-6 weeks
Result
Selected Selected
Round 1 - Technical 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Technical questions regarding Salesforce
  • Q2. Technical questions regarding Salesforce
Round 2 - HR 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Salary discussion
  • Q2. Salary discussion

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - No hike in HCL in all fiscal year
Interview experience
3
Average
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
Less than 2 weeks
Result
No response

I applied via campus placement at SRM Institute of Science and Technology, NCR Campus, Ghaziabad and was interviewed in Nov 2024. There was 1 interview round.

Round 1 - Technical 

(4 Questions)

  • Q1. Can you tell me about yourself?
  • Ans. 

    I am a passionate software engineer with 5 years of experience in developing web applications using various technologies.

    • 5 years of experience in software development

    • Proficient in developing web applications

    • Skilled in using various technologies

    • Passionate about software engineering

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. Can you explain one of the projects you completed during the academic year?
  • Ans. 

    Developed a web-based student management system for tracking attendance and grades.

    • Used HTML, CSS, and JavaScript for front-end development.

    • Implemented backend functionality using PHP and MySQL database.

    • Incorporated user authentication and authorization features for secure access.

    • Tested the system thoroughly to ensure functionality and user-friendliness.

  • Answered by AI
  • Q3. What were some of the fundamental concepts of Artificial Intelligence that the interviewer inquired about during your interview as a Computer Science and Engineering - Artificial Intelligence and Machine L...
  • Q4. What were your Achievements in the graduation years
  • Ans. 

    Graduated with honors, completed multiple internships, and won coding competitions

    • Graduated with honors in Computer Science

    • Completed internships at XYZ Company and ABC Corporation

    • Won first place in coding competition at university hackathon

  • Answered by AI

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Be confident while introducing yourself, and always ensure you possess comprehensive knowledge about the information you have provided in your resume.
Interview experience
5
Excellent
Difficulty level
-
Process Duration
-
Result
-
Round 1 - One-on-one 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Asked about technical expertise and topic related question
  • Q2. Notice period and salary discussion
Round 2 - Technical 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Technical in depth
  • Q2. Salary discussion
Round 3 - HR 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Notice period and salary discussion
Interview experience
4
Good
Difficulty level
Hard
Process Duration
Less than 2 weeks
Result
No response

I applied via Referral and was interviewed in Sep 2024. There were 3 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Technical 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Explain oop concets
  • Ans. 

    OOP concepts are fundamental principles in object-oriented programming that help in organizing and designing code.

    • Encapsulation: Bundling data and methods that operate on the data into a single unit (class).

    • Inheritance: Ability of a class to inherit properties and behavior from another class.

    • Polymorphism: Ability to present the same interface for different data types.

    • Abstraction: Hiding the complex implementation detai...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. Virtual functions
Round 2 - Technical 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Explain vectors and array difference
  • Ans. 

    Vectors are dynamic arrays that can change in size, while arrays have a fixed size.

    • Vectors can grow or shrink in size dynamically, while arrays have a fixed size.

    • Vectors can be resized using functions like push_back() and pop_back(), while arrays cannot.

    • Vectors are part of the C++ Standard Template Library (STL), while arrays are a fundamental data structure.

    • Example: vector vec; int arr[5];

Answered by AI
  • Q2. Virtual destructors
  • Round 3 - One-on-one 

    (2 Questions)

    • Q1. About last project
    • Q2. Puzzle with some analytical skills

    Skills evaluated in this interview

    Interview experience
    5
    Excellent
    Difficulty level
    Moderate
    Process Duration
    Less than 2 weeks
    Result
    No response

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

    Round 1 - Technical 

    (3 Questions)

    • Q1. What is polymorphism?
    • Ans. 

      Polymorphism is the ability of a function or method to behave differently based on the object it is acting upon.

      • Polymorphism allows objects of different classes to be treated as objects of a common superclass.

      • There are two types of polymorphism: compile-time (method overloading) and runtime (method overriding).

      • Example: Inheritance allows a child class to override a method from its parent class, exhibiting polymorphic b

    • Answered by AI
    • Q2. How abstraction is implemented?
    • Ans. 

      Abstraction is implemented in software engineering by hiding unnecessary details and exposing only relevant information.

      • Abstraction is achieved through the use of abstract classes and interfaces in object-oriented programming.

      • It allows developers to focus on the essential aspects of a concept without getting bogged down in implementation details.

      • For example, in a car simulation program, the Car class may have abstract ...

    • Answered by AI
    • Q3. What is the difference between abstraction and Interface?
    • Ans. 

      Abstraction is hiding the implementation details while Interface is a contract that defines the methods that a class must implement.

      • Abstraction focuses on hiding the internal implementation details of a class, allowing the user to only see the necessary details.

      • Interface defines a contract that specifies the methods a class must implement, without providing the implementation details.

      • Abstraction can be achieved through...

    • Answered by AI
    Round 2 - Behavioral interview 

    (1 Question)

    • Q1. What is your motivation when you are working on same project alone for long period?
    • Ans. 

      My motivation when working on a project alone for a long period is the satisfaction of seeing my hard work come to fruition.

      • Setting small achievable goals to keep myself motivated

      • Taking breaks to avoid burnout and maintain productivity

      • Seeking feedback from others to stay motivated and improve my work

      • Reminding myself of the end goal and the impact my project will have

    • Answered by AI
    Round 3 - HR 

    (1 Question)

    • Q1. What is your salary expectation?
    • Ans. 

      My salary expectation is based on my experience, skills, and the market rate for Software Engineers in this region.

      • Research the average salary range for Software Engineers in the specific region or industry

      • Consider your level of experience, skills, and qualifications when determining your salary expectation

      • Be prepared to negotiate based on the company's offer and benefits package

    • Answered by AI

    Interview Preparation Tips

    Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Prepare well and give interview as many as possible
    Interview experience
    4
    Good
    Difficulty level
    -
    Process Duration
    -
    Result
    -
    Round 1 - Aptitude Test 

    Basic MCQs on General aptitude, logical reasoning and programming questions

    Round 2 - One-on-one 

    (5 Questions)

    • Q1. What is a constructor in C++?
    • Ans. 

      A constructor in C++ is a special member function that is automatically called when an object is created.

      • Constructors have the same name as the class and do not have a return type.

      • They can be used to initialize the object's data members.

      • Default constructors are automatically generated if no constructor is defined.

      • Parameterized constructors can be defined to accept arguments during object creation.

    • Answered by AI
    • Q2. What is copy assignment operator?
    • Ans. 

      Copy assignment operator is a special member function in C++ that allows one object to be assigned the values of another object of the same class.

      • Copy assignment operator is denoted by the = operator.

      • It is used to copy the values of one object into another object of the same class.

      • It is automatically generated by the compiler if not explicitly defined.

      • Example: MyClass obj1; MyClass obj2; obj2 = obj1; // Copy assignment

    • Answered by AI
    • Q3. What is virtualization in C++?
    • Ans. 

      Virtualization in C++ is the process of creating a virtual version of a class or function to allow for polymorphism and dynamic binding.

      • Virtualization in C++ is achieved through the use of virtual functions and inheritance.

      • Virtual functions are declared in a base class and overridden in derived classes to provide different implementations.

      • Virtualization allows for polymorphism, where a pointer to a base class can point...

    • Answered by AI
    • Q4. Implement String class
    • Ans. 

      Implement a custom String class in a programming language.

      • Define a class with necessary properties and methods to manipulate strings.

      • Include methods for concatenation, substring, length, etc.

      • Handle memory allocation and deallocation properly.

      • Example: class MyString { // implementation }

    • Answered by AI
    • Q5. What is smart pointers?
    • Ans. 

      Smart pointers are objects that act like pointers but provide automatic memory management.

      • Smart pointers help prevent memory leaks by automatically deallocating memory when no longer needed.

      • Examples include unique_ptr, shared_ptr, and weak_ptr in C++.

      • They provide better memory safety compared to raw pointers.

    • Answered by AI

    Skills evaluated in this interview

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

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

    Round 1 - Coding Test 

    30 questions combination of Logical, numeric, verbal and 2 coding questions.

    Round 2 - Technical 

    (2 Questions)

    • Q1. Self Introduction
    • Q2. Questions on core Java concepts
    Round 3 - HR 

    (2 Questions)

    • Q1. Tell me about yourself
    • Ans. 

      I am a passionate software engineer with experience in developing web applications and a strong background in computer science.

      • Experienced in developing web applications using technologies such as HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and React

      • Strong background in computer science with knowledge of data structures and algorithms

      • Proficient in programming languages such as Java, Python, and C++

      • Familiar with Agile development methodolog

    • Answered by AI
    • Q2. Your strength and weakness
    • Ans. 

      Strength: Problem-solving skills. Weakness: Overthinking.

      • Strength: I have strong problem-solving skills which help me in finding efficient solutions to complex issues.

      • Weakness: Sometimes I tend to overthink situations, which can lead to unnecessary stress and delays in decision-making.

    • Answered by AI

    Interview Preparation Tips

    Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Prepare well in you expertise and be confident of what you know.

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