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IBM Automation Specialist Interview Questions and Answers

Updated 26 Jul 2024

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Automation Specialist Interview Questions & Answers

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posted on 26 Jul 2024

Interview experience
4
Good
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
Less than 2 weeks
Result
Selected Selected

I applied via LinkedIn and was interviewed before Jul 2023. There were 2 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Group Discussion 

Technical discussion about java OOPs concepts

Round 2 - Coding Test 

OOPs coding test given

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

Interview Questionnaire 

1 Question

  • Q1. Selenium questions 80% and core java questions 20%

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Prepare selenium and core java well

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Interview experience
3
Average
Difficulty level
-
Process Duration
-
Result
-
Round 1 - Technical 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. How do agile methodologies function in B2B projects?
  • Ans. 

    Agile methodologies in B2B projects involve frequent communication, adaptability, and collaboration with stakeholders.

    • Agile methodologies in B2B projects prioritize customer collaboration and responding to change over following a strict plan.

    • Regular feedback from stakeholders helps in adjusting project scope and priorities in real-time.

    • Cross-functional teams work together closely to deliver incremental value to the B2B...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. What is your experience with barcode scanners?
  • Ans. 

    I have extensive experience working with barcode scanners in various automation projects.

    • Implemented barcode scanning functionality in warehouse management system to track inventory

    • Integrated barcode scanners with automated testing tools for regression testing

    • Utilized barcode scanners in manufacturing processes to improve efficiency and accuracy

  • Answered by AI
Interview experience
5
Excellent
Difficulty level
-
Process Duration
-
Result
-

I applied via Approached by Company

Round 1 - Technical 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Tell me your Self introduce
  • Q2. Tell me project structure
  • Ans. 

    Project structure refers to the organization of files, folders, and resources within a software project.

    • Main folders like src (source code), test (test cases), lib (libraries), docs (documentation)

    • Subfolders for specific modules or components

    • Configuration files like pom.xml, package.json, etc.

    • Build scripts like Jenkinsfile, Dockerfile

    • Version control files like .gitignore, .gitattributes

    • README.md file for project overvi

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Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Skill preparation
Interview experience
3
Average
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
Less than 2 weeks
Result
Selected Selected

I applied via LinkedIn and was interviewed in Sep 2024. There was 1 interview round.

Round 1 - Technical 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. What is Hard assert
  • Ans. 

    Hard assert is a type of assertion in test automation that stops the test execution immediately when a failure occurs.

    • Hard assert is used to validate the expected outcome of a test case

    • If the assertion fails, the test execution is halted and marked as failed

    • It is commonly used in automated test scripts to ensure the correctness of the application under test

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  • Q2. What is soft assert
  • Ans. 

    Soft assert is a way to continue the execution of a test case even after an assertion failure.

    • Soft assert does not stop the execution of the test case when an assertion fails.

    • It is useful when you want to log the failure but continue with the remaining test steps.

    • Soft assert is commonly used in test automation frameworks like TestNG in Java.

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Skills evaluated in this interview

Interview experience
3
Average
Difficulty level
Easy
Process Duration
2-4 weeks
Result
Not Selected

I applied via Naukri.com and was interviewed in Mar 2024. There were 2 interview rounds.

Round 1 - One-on-one 

(3 Questions)

  • Q1. Write a program to print 2 nd highest number from array with using sorting?
  • Ans. 

    Program to find 2nd highest number in array without sorting.

    • Iterate through array to find highest and second highest numbers

    • Initialize variables to store highest and second highest numbers

    • Compare each element with highest and second highest numbers

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  • Q2. Write a program to add value into hashmap?
  • Ans. 

    Program to add values into a hashmap in Java.

    • Create a new HashMap object.

    • Use the put() method to add key-value pairs into the hashmap.

    • Keys must be unique, values can be duplicated.

    • Example: HashMap map = new HashMap<>(); map.put("A", 1);

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  • Q3. What are main concepts of OOPS in java?
  • Ans. 

    Main concepts of OOPS in Java include inheritance, encapsulation, polymorphism, and abstraction.

    • Inheritance: Allows a class to inherit properties and behavior from another class. Example: class B extends class A.

    • Encapsulation: Bundling data and methods that operate on the data into a single unit. Example: private variables with public getter and setter methods.

    • Polymorphism: Ability of a method to do different things ba...

  • Answered by AI
Round 2 - One-on-one 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. What are the different http codes used in rest assure?
  • Ans. 

    Different HTTP codes used in Rest Assured

    • 200 - OK: Request was successful

    • 201 - Created: Request was successful and a new resource was created

    • 400 - Bad Request: Request was invalid

    • 401 - Unauthorized: Request requires user authentication

    • 404 - Not Found: Requested resource was not found

    • 500 - Internal Server Error: Server encountered an unexpected condition

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  • Q2. Write a code using rest assure for status code
  • Ans. 

    Code using Rest Assured for checking status code

    • Import Rest Assured library

    • Use given() method to specify the base URI

    • Use when() method to specify the HTTP method and endpoint

    • Use then() method to validate the status code

  • Answered by AI

Skills evaluated in this interview

Interview experience
5
Excellent
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
Less than 2 weeks
Result
Not Selected

I applied via Naukri.com and was interviewed in Jan 2024. There was 1 interview round.

Round 1 - Technical 

(4 Questions)

  • Q1. Difference between hash map and hash table
  • Ans. 

    HashMap is non-synchronized and allows null values and keys, while HashTable is synchronized and does not allow null values or keys.

    • HashMap is non-synchronized and not thread-safe, while HashTable is synchronized and thread-safe.

    • HashMap allows null values and keys, while HashTable does not allow null values or keys.

    • HashMap is generally preferred over HashTable for non-thread-safe operations due to better performance.

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  • Q2. What is final finally finalize
  • Ans. 

    final, finally, and finalize are keywords in Java used for different purposes.

    • final is a keyword used to declare constants, prevent method overriding, and prevent inheritance.

    • finally is a block of code that is always executed, whether an exception is thrown or not.

    • finalize is a method used for cleanup operations before an object is garbage collected.

  • Answered by AI
  • Q3. What is idempotent in API
  • Ans. 

    Idempotent in API means that making the same request multiple times has the same effect as making it once.

    • Idempotent operations produce the same result regardless of how many times they are called.

    • GET and PUT requests are typically idempotent, while POST requests are not.

    • For example, sending a PUT request to update a resource should have the same result whether it is sent once or multiple times.

  • Answered by AI
  • Q4. Pillars of JAVA and explain with example
  • Ans. 

    The pillars of JAVA are Inheritance, Encapsulation, Polymorphism, and Abstraction.

    • Inheritance: Allows a class to inherit properties and behavior from another class. Example: class Dog extends Animal.

    • Encapsulation: Bundling data and methods that operate on the data into a single unit. Example: private variables with public getter and setter methods.

    • Polymorphism: Ability of a method to do different things based on the ob...

  • Answered by AI

Skills evaluated in this interview

Interview experience
4
Good
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
More than 8 weeks
Result
No response

I applied via Naukri.com and was interviewed before Jan 2024. There was 1 interview round.

Round 1 - Coding Test 

String reverse in JS, Framework related question

Interview experience
4
Good
Difficulty level
-
Process Duration
-
Result
-
Round 1 - One-on-one 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Why atos? Coding skills required
  • Ans. 

    Atos is a leading global IT services company with a strong focus on automation and coding skills.

    • Atos is a well-established global IT services company known for its expertise in automation and coding.

    • They have a strong reputation for delivering innovative solutions to clients using cutting-edge technologies.

    • Working at Atos will provide opportunities to enhance coding skills and work on challenging automation projects.

    • A...

  • Answered by AI

Skills evaluated in this interview

Interview experience
4
Good
Difficulty level
-
Process Duration
-
Result
-
Round 1 - Resume Shortlist 
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Round 2 - Technical 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Selenium interview questions
Round 3 - HR 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Salary Discussion

IBM Interview FAQs

How many rounds are there in IBM Automation Specialist interview?
IBM interview process usually has 2 rounds. The most common rounds in the IBM interview process are Group Discussion and Coding Test.
How to prepare for IBM Automation Specialist 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 Automation, Analytical, Filenet, Monitoring and Telecom.

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