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IBM Application Support Engineer Interview Questions and Answers

Updated 20 Nov 2019

IBM Application Support Engineer Interview Experiences

2 interviews found

Interview Questionnaire 

2 Questions

  • Q1. Database basic questions like select update joins cover all database in that
  • Q2. Unix like question basic commands and file share,file handling permissions change almost basic cover in that

I applied via Recruitment Consultant and was interviewed in Feb 2018. There were 2 interview rounds.

Interview Preparation Tips

General Tips: First my resume is shortlisted to IBM India then they call me for interview process for the first round of interview i.e Technical round then 2 technical HR took the interview related to my technical skill. I crack interview of first round then after 15 min they had took my 2nd round i.e HR round in interview they asking question. After that HR told me that we will tell you your result after 2 days. After 2 days HR called me and said that you are selected in IBM India pvt. Ltd.
Skills: Communication, Body Language, Problem Solving, Decision Making Skills
Duration: 1-4 weeks

Application Support Engineer Interview Questions Asked at Other Companies

Q1. what do you know about SQL , Unix , explain in brief
Q2. Add one more column in that table, without using create?
asked in CGI Group
Q3. How do you check how much space is left in the current drive?
asked in CGI Group
Q4. How do you find all the processes that have opened a file in Linu ... read more
Q5. what you will do if application perform slow,

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Interview Questionnaire 

3 Questions

  • Q1. Do u have done any work in appkication support
  • Q2. How u can improve ur skills
  • Q3. Are u able to speak english

I applied via Naukri.com and was interviewed in Feb 2021. There was 1 interview round.

Interview Questionnaire 

1 Question

  • Q1. Introduction, qualification, experience, and family background

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Just one telephonic round and one video call round with the recruiter and they selected me without any complications.
Interview experience
5
Excellent
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
2-4 weeks
Result
Selected Selected

I applied via Walk-in and was interviewed in Aug 2023. There were 3 interview rounds.

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.
View all tips
Round 2 - Technical 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Share technical questions regarding interview
Round 3 - One-on-one 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Share several level questions and Linux, Unix and Android

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

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.
View all tips
Round 2 - Technical 

(5 Questions)

  • Q1. Which technology you have worked ,explain in brief your day to day roles and responsibilities
  • Q2. What do you know about SQL , Unix , explain in brief
  • Ans. 

    SQL is a database language used to manage data. Unix is an operating system used for servers and workstations.

    • SQL is used to create, modify, and query databases.

    • Unix is a command-line interface used for file management, process control, and networking.

    • SQL can be used with various database management systems like MySQL, Oracle, and SQL Server.

    • Unix commands include ls, cd, grep, and chmod.

    • SQL and Unix are commonly used i

  • Answered by AI
  • Q3. Tell all unix commands which are mostly used
  • Ans. 

    Commonly used Unix commands

    • ls - list directory contents

    • cd - change directory

    • mkdir - make directory

    • rm - remove files or directories

    • cp - copy files or directories

    • mv - move or rename files or directories

    • grep - search for patterns in files

    • cat - concatenate and display files

    • chmod - change file permissions

    • ssh - secure shell remote login

  • Answered by AI
  • Q4. What you will do if application perform slow,
  • Ans. 

    I will investigate the root cause of the slow performance and take appropriate actions.

    • Check server resources usage

    • Analyze application logs

    • Identify bottleneck areas

    • Optimize database queries

    • Implement caching mechanisms

    • Upgrade hardware or software if necessary

  • Answered by AI
  • Q5. Tell all SQL commands which you know
  • Ans. 

    Common SQL commands for data manipulation and retrieval

    • SELECT - retrieve data from a table

    • INSERT - insert data into a table

    • UPDATE - update existing data in a table

    • DELETE - delete data from a table

    • CREATE - create a new table or database

    • ALTER - modify the structure of a table

    • DROP - delete a table or database

    • JOIN - combine data from multiple tables

    • GROUP BY - group data based on a specific column

    • ORDER BY - sort data based

  • Answered by AI

Interview Preparation Tips

Topics to prepare for Tech Mahindra Application Support Engineer interview:
  • MS SQL Server
  • Unix scripting
  • Cloud
  • Devops
  • Redhat Linux
Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Keep confidence and polite be honest do not try to cheat if their is video call interview

Skills evaluated in this interview

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

I applied via Recruitment Consulltant and was interviewed in Nov 2023. There was 1 interview round.

Round 1 - Technical 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. What is your current role in organization
  • Q2. What is your salary expeactation

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - be confident with wahatever mentioned in CV.
Interview experience
5
Excellent
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
Less than 2 weeks
Result
Selected Selected

I applied via Walk-in and was interviewed before Jul 2023. There were 3 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Group Discussion 

Random Topic, It went for 30 min

Round 2 - One-on-one 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Introducing self
  • Q2. Biggest achievement
Round 3 - HR 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Are you ready to work in shifts
  • Q2. Salary explanation
Interview experience
5
Excellent
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
Less than 2 weeks
Result
Selected Selected

I applied via Campus Placement and was interviewed in Mar 2023. There were 5 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.
View all tips
Round 2 - Aptitude Test 

Maths general knowledge

Round 3 - Technical 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Operating system,network layer,internet surfing
Round 4 - One-on-one 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Technical aspects, knowledge on erp,database
Round 5 - HR 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Salary discussion
Interview experience
4
Good
Difficulty level
-
Process Duration
-
Result
-
Round 1 - Technical 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Oops concepts, project explanation

IBM Interview FAQs

How to prepare for IBM Application Support Engineer 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 IBM. The most common topics and skills that interviewers at IBM expect are Oracle, Product Support, Technical Support, JEE and Monitoring.
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