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IBM Software Developer Interview Questions, Process, and Tips

Updated 5 Feb 2025

Top IBM Software Developer Interview Questions and Answers

  • Q1. Chocolate Distribution Problem You are given an array/list CHOCOLATES of size 'N', where each element represents the number of chocolates in a packet. Your task is to di ...read more
  • Q2. Star Pattern Problem Statement Display the star pattern for a given positive integer N. Example: Input: N = 4 Output: * *** ***** ******* Explanation: The dots in the im ...read more
  • Q3. How do you match the orientations according to the suggested rotation degrees?
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IBM Software Developer Interview Experiences

98 interviews found

I applied via Company Website and was interviewed in Jun 2022. 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 Resume tips
Round 2 - Technical 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. What is Java,explain about oops concept of java
  • Ans. 

    Java is a popular programming language used for developing various applications. It follows OOPs concepts.

    • Java is an object-oriented programming language.

    • It supports encapsulation, inheritance, and polymorphism.

    • Encapsulation is the process of hiding data and methods within a class.

    • Inheritance allows a class to inherit properties and methods from another class.

    • Polymorphism allows objects to take on multiple forms.

    • Java a...

  • Answered by AI
Round 3 - HR 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. How much you expected salraly,your weeknds,your strength

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Good working skills ,good technical skills,good communication skills

Skills evaluated in this interview

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

I applied via Recruitment Consulltant and was interviewed before Apr 2023. There was 1 interview round.

Round 1 - Technical 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Oops concepts, singleton class ,gamin round

Interview Preparation Tips

Topics to prepare for IBM Software Developer interview:
  • Core Java
Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - prepare well on java oncepts

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I applied via Naukri.com and was interviewed in Jan 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.
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Round 2 - Technical 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. What is Salesforce? Why we use?
  • Q2. What is CRM? WHAT WORK FLOW?
  • Ans. 

    CRM stands for Customer Relationship Management. It is a software that helps businesses manage their interactions with customers.

    • CRM helps businesses organize customer data and interactions

    • It can track sales, marketing campaigns, and customer support

    • Examples of CRM software include Salesforce, HubSpot, and Zoho CRM

  • Answered by AI

Interview Preparation Tips

Topics to prepare for IBM Software Developer interview:
  • Salesforce
Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Thank you for naukari.com, you should do hard work and practicals.
Interview experience
5
Excellent
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
2-4 weeks
Result
-

I was interviewed before Mar 2023.

Round 1 - Technical 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Sql queries to be written
Round 2 - Behavioral 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Where do you see yourself in 5yrs

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Software Developer Interview Questions & Answers

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posted on 16 Apr 2024

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

I was interviewed before Apr 2023.

Round 1 - Coding Test 

Basics and problem solving

Round 2 - Coding Test 

DSA , patterns and SQL

Round 3 - Technical 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Final year projects

Get interview-ready with Top IBM Interview Questions

I applied via Naukri.com and was interviewed in Jun 2022. There was 1 interview round.

Round 1 - Technical 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Azure devops ,AWS, DEVOPS

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Devops engineer ,AWS, AZURE DEVOPS , kubernets,docker,terraform,git

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

I applied via Campus Placement and was interviewed before Mar 2023. There was 1 interview round.

Round 1 - HR 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Are you able to relocate
  • Q2. Why did you choose our company
Interview experience
5
Excellent
Difficulty level
Easy
Process Duration
Less than 2 weeks
Result
Selected Selected

I applied via Naukri.com and was interviewed before Nov 2022. 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 Resume tips
Round 2 - HR 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Tell me about work experience
  • Ans. I had overall 2.5 years experience
  • Answered Anonymously
Round 3 - Technical 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. What is JCL cobol
  • Ans. 

    JCL (Job Control Language) is used to instruct the mainframe operating system on how to run batch jobs, while COBOL is a programming language commonly used for business applications on mainframes.

    • JCL is used to define and control jobs on mainframe systems

    • COBOL is a programming language commonly used for business applications on mainframes

    • JCL is often used to call COBOL programs as part of batch processing

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. JCL job control language

Skills evaluated in this interview

I applied via Naukri.com

Round 1 - Aptitude Test 

Number series etc...

Round 2 - Group Discussion 

Good communication

Round 3 - Coding Test 

Java

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Don't worry about the job
Grab the knowledge automatically you will get a Good Job...
Just You need is patience....

I applied via Campus Placement and was interviewed in Sep 2021. There was 1 interview round.

Round 1 - Interview 

(8 Questions)

Round duration - 45 minutes
Round difficulty - null
IBM had organized a coding fest in our college. I participated there and through that I got a chance to interview for the position of software developer at IBM. There was only one round for me, an Interview round where they asked Technical and HR questions. A lot of the interview was based around my project only.

  • Q1. Tell me about yourself
  • Q2. What was your final year project?
  • Ans. 

    My final year project was a web-based e-commerce platform for small businesses.

    • Developed using PHP and MySQL

    • Implemented features such as product catalog, shopping cart, and payment gateway integration

    • Designed a user-friendly interface with responsive design

    • Conducted testing and debugging to ensure smooth functionality

  • Answered by AI
  • Q3. Do you like online classes or offline classes?
  • Ans. 

    It depends on the subject and the quality of the class.

    • For technical subjects, online classes are more convenient and accessible.

    • For practical subjects, offline classes are better as they provide hands-on experience.

    • The quality of the class is more important than the mode of delivery.

    • Online classes can save time and money on commuting.

    • Offline classes provide opportunities for networking and socializing.

  • Answered by AI
  • Q4. How will you compete with your colleagues?
  • Q5. Will you do projects on current technologies or old technologies?
  • Ans. 

    I am open to working on projects with both current and old technologies.

    • I believe in using the right tool for the job, regardless of its age.

    • Older technologies may still be in use and require maintenance or updates.

    • Current technologies may offer new and innovative solutions to problems.

    • I am always willing to learn and adapt to new technologies.

    • Examples of old technologies I have experience with include Java and C++.

    • Exa...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q6. Design a system for railway ticket booking
  • Ans. 

    Design a system for railway ticket booking

    • Create a user-friendly interface for booking tickets

    • Integrate payment gateway for secure transactions

    • Implement seat availability and reservation system

    • Include features for cancellation and refund

    • Develop a database to store user and ticket information

  • Answered by AI
  • Q7. Are you willing to relocate?
  • Ans. 

    Yes, I am willing to relocate for the right opportunity.

    • I am open to exploring new locations and cultures.

    • I am willing to consider relocation packages and assistance.

    • I am excited about the prospect of working with a new team and expanding my skills.

    • Examples: I have previously relocated for a job opportunity and found it to be a positive experience.

    • I am willing to discuss specific details and requirements for relocation

  • Answered by AI
  • Q8. Any questions?
  • Ans. 

    Yes, I have a few questions regarding the company culture and team dynamics.

    • Can you tell me more about the team structure and how collaboration is encouraged?

    • What is the company's approach to professional development and growth?

    • How does the company prioritize work-life balance for its employees?

  • Answered by AI

Interview Preparation Tips

Professional and academic backgroundAt the time of the interview, I had 0 Years (fresher) of experience.IBM interview preparation:Topics to prepare for the interview - Technical concepts like C and Java and OOPS and Memory Allocations.Resources to prepare for this interview - PrepInsta helped me with my coding competition. I connected with one of their mentors on the telegram app and they helped me with the coding round and the subsequent process.Tips for other job seekers - Be honest in the Interview. If you don’t know something you can say that you don’t know instead of giving a wrong answer.Final outcome of the interviewSelected

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IBM Interview FAQs

How many rounds are there in IBM Software Developer interview?
IBM interview process usually has 2-3 rounds. The most common rounds in the IBM interview process are Technical, Coding Test and HR.
How to prepare for IBM Software Developer 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 Python, Linux, Software Development, Javascript and Java.
What are the top questions asked in IBM Software Developer interview?

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How long is the IBM Software Developer interview process?

The duration of IBM Software Developer interview process can vary, but typically it takes about less than 2 weeks to complete.

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