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IBM Data Science Engineer Interview Questions and Answers

Updated 21 Jul 2021

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Data Science Engineer Interview Questions & Answers

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posted on 21 Jul 2021

I applied via Recruitment Consultant and was interviewed in Jan 2021. There were 3 interview rounds.

Interview Questionnaire 

1 Question

  • Q1. Data Engineering questions

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Be prepared properly

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I applied via Naukri.com and was interviewed in Nov 2019. There were 3 interview rounds.

Interview Questionnaire 

2 Questions

  • Q1. Why are you looking for the job change?
  • Ans. 

    I'm seeking new challenges and opportunities for growth that align with my career goals and aspirations.

    • Desire for professional growth: I'm looking to expand my skill set and take on more leadership responsibilities.

    • Seeking a better cultural fit: My current company has a different work culture than what I thrive in; I value collaboration and innovation.

    • Interest in new technologies: I'm excited about working with cuttin...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. Relevant technical questions, as per my current technology

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Keep it simple and be yourself. That's what the interviewers looked into. Also a thorough understanding of the technology is a must and that is what will help you in cracking the interview. You don't have to go in-depth, just the overview and what happens when is what they look for. Good communication skills is also an added incentive, something I always try to work on. All the best

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I applied via LinkedIn and was interviewed before Jul 2020. There were 4 interview rounds.

Interview Questionnaire 

4 Questions

  • Q1. Which technologies your interested to work
  • Q2. Question related to Java coding
  • Q3. Question from C language
  • Q4. Question from AI & ML

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Prepare on all the latest technologies, brush your regular skills

I applied via Company Website and was interviewed before Oct 2020. There were 3 interview rounds.

Interview Questionnaire 

1 Question

  • Q1. Tell me about your experience

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Be confident adn clear when you answer

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I applied via Amcat and was interviewed before Jul 2021. There were 2 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Aptitude Test 

Refer R S Agarwal book for apptitude

Round 2 - One-on-one 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Write a c program on fractional numbers
  • Ans. 

    A C program to perform arithmetic operations on fractional numbers.

    • Use float or double data type to store fractional numbers.

    • Use scanf() to take input from the user.

    • Perform arithmetic operations like addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division.

    • Use printf() to display the result.

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Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Be prepared refer R S Agarwal book for apptitude test

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I applied via Company Website and was interviewed before Feb 2020. There was 1 interview round.

Interview Questionnaire 

2 Questions

  • Q1. They asked about dbms questions in the form of table formate
  • Q2. They asked code for some python program

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Firstly they conducted computer based technical exam and then after qualifying that then we will go for face face interview and then lastly HR round will be held.

I applied via LinkedIn and was interviewed before Jan 2021. There was 1 interview round.

Interview Questionnaire 

1 Question

  • Q1. 1. tell me about yourself

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - It was nice, but since Im not great at coding I didn't do well
Are these interview questions helpful?

I applied via Recruitment Consulltant and was interviewed before Feb 2021. There were 3 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Aptitude Test 

1.It covers all aptitude topics, and English sentences
2.Essay writing
3.Coding

Round 2 - Technical 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. In TR , languages which u mentioned in resume they will ask Basic programing Questions on Btech project They will say one idea , we need to tell the logic how can we develop (it may varies)
  • Q2. Testing questions Polymorphism, abstraction,constructors, SQL basics
Round 3 - HR 

(5 Questions)

  • Q1. What is your family background?
  • Q2. Why should we hire you?
  • Q3. Tell me about yourself.
  • Q4. What are your strengths and weaknesses?
  • Q5. Knowledge about updated technologies

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Resume is important for your TR. Mention only languages u know well.

Interview Questionnaire 

5 Questions

  • Q1. Basic telephone round probably around 3 times
  • Q2. About ourself and past experience
  • Q3. And they really see if we are interested or not, nothing technical
  • Q4. Telephone technical interview
  • Q5. My role is pega developer so questions are on pega

Interview Preparation Tips

Round: Face to face technical
Experience: Asked each and every aspect in pega

I applied via Naukri.com and was interviewed before Mar 2021. 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.
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Round 2 - HR 

(6 Questions)

  • Q1. What is your family background?
  • Ans. 

    I come from a supportive family that values education and hard work, which has greatly influenced my career path in technology.

    • Parents: My parents are both educators, instilling a love for learning and curiosity in me from a young age.

    • Siblings: I have a younger sister who is pursuing a degree in computer science, and we often collaborate on tech projects together.

    • Family Values: Our family emphasizes the importance of p...

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  • Q2. Why should we hire you?
  • Ans. 

    I bring a unique blend of technical skills, problem-solving abilities, and a passion for innovation that aligns with your team's goals.

    • Strong technical skills: Proficient in languages like Python and Java, demonstrated by developing a web application that improved user engagement by 30%.

    • Problem-solving mindset: Successfully resolved a critical bug in a production system under tight deadlines, ensuring minimal downtime.

    • ...

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  • Q3. Where do you see yourself in 5 years?
  • Q4. What are your salary expectations?
  • Ans. 

    I expect a competitive salary based on my skills, experience, and industry standards, ideally in the range of $X to $Y.

    • Research industry standards: For example, Glassdoor or Payscale can provide insights into average salaries for similar roles.

    • Consider your experience: If you have 5 years of experience, you might expect a higher salary than someone just starting.

    • Factor in location: Salaries can vary significantly based...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q5. What are your strengths and weaknesses?
  • Ans. 

    I excel in problem-solving and teamwork, but I sometimes struggle with time management under tight deadlines.

    • Strength: Strong problem-solving skills - I enjoy tackling complex coding challenges, like optimizing algorithms for better performance.

    • Strength: Effective teamwork - I thrive in collaborative environments, having successfully led a project with cross-functional teams.

    • Weakness: Time management - I occasionally u...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q6. Tell me about yourself.
Round 3 - Technical 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Do you have technical certifications? How many programming languages do you known? How many development tools have you used?
  • Ans. 

    Yes, I have technical certifications and I am proficient in multiple programming languages and development tools.

    • I have certifications in Java and Python

    • I am proficient in Java, Python, C++, and JavaScript

    • I have used development tools such as Eclipse, Visual Studio Code, and PyCharm

  • Answered by AI

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Work on your soft skills
Move frequently
value your reputation
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IBM Interview FAQs

How to prepare for IBM Data Science 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 Data Science, Python, Machine Learning, SQL and Cloud Computing.

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