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Updated 27 Mar 2025

Top IBM Interview Questions and Answers

  • Q1. Explain how containers, docker and Kubernetes work with each other ? How do you connect to a container from public internet?
  • Q2. What are the different types of AWS services used for handling Big Data in AWS. What are the storage services used ? What are the equivalents available in Azure?
  • Q3. 1. Difference between, IBP S&OP Demand and IBP Demand. 2. What are the forecast models available in IBP S&OP Demand. 3. How to configure Product life cycle in S&a ...read more
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2.4k interviews found

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

I applied via Job Portal and was interviewed in Jun 2024. There were 3 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Coding Test 

2 medium-hard level questions.

Round 2 - One-on-one 

(3 Questions)

  • Q1. Python deep dive
  • Q2. Database postgres related questions
  • Q3. Django related questions
Round 3 - HR 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Behavioural based
  • Q2. Project based questions

Top IBM Software Engineer Interview Questions and Answers

Q1. what is comp & comp 3 differance ?
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Software Engineer Interview Questions asked at other Companies

Q1. Bridge and torch problem : Four people come to a river in the night. There is a narrow bridge, but it can only hold two people at a time. They have one torch and, because it's night, the torch has to be used when crossing the bridge. Person... read more
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Intern Interview Questions & Answers

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posted on 1 Jan 2025

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

I applied via Walk-in and was interviewed in Dec 2024. There was 1 interview round.

Round 1 - Group Discussion 

AI use cases and disadvantage

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Q1. Case. There is a housing society “The wasteful society”, you collect all the household garbage and sell it to 5 different businesses. Determine what price you will pay to the society members in Rs/kg, given you want to make a profit of 20% ... read more
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Interview experience
5
Excellent
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
Less than 2 weeks
Result
Selected Selected

I appeared for an interview in Dec 2024.

Round 1 - HR 

(4 Questions)

  • Q1. Tell me something about yourself.
  • Q2. Work experience.
  • Q3. What do you see yourself in next 5 years?
  • Ans. 

    In the next 5 years, I see myself growing within the company, taking on more responsibilities, and becoming a team leader.

    • Continuing to excel in my role as a Customer Care Executive

    • Participating in leadership training programs to enhance my skills

    • Working towards a promotion to a Team Leader position

    • Building strong relationships with colleagues and clients

    • Contributing innovative ideas to improve customer satisfaction

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  • Q4. Weakness and strength
Round 2 - HR 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. In next 5 years.
  • Q2. What are yours goals? Weakness and strength. Know about company.

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Q1. What would you do if you win 1billion dollar lottey?
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Interview experience
5
Excellent
Difficulty level
Hard
Process Duration
2-4 weeks
Result
Selected Selected

I applied via Approached by Company and was interviewed in Jul 2024. There was 1 interview round.

Round 1 - Technical 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Hiw many end to end implementation project have you done?
  • Ans. 

    I have successfully completed 5 end to end implementation projects in my career.

    • Implemented SAP S/4HANA for a manufacturing company, including modules such as MM, PP, and SD.

    • Led a team in the implementation of SAP CRM for a retail client, integrating with their existing systems.

    • Completed an end to end implementation of SAP SuccessFactors for a multinational corporation, covering modules like Employee Central and Perfor...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. Describe any critical scenario you faced and how you resolved that.
  • Ans. 

    Resolved critical issue by identifying incorrect configuration in SAP system

    • Identified incorrect configuration in SAP system causing issue

    • Analyzed system logs and error messages to pinpoint root cause

    • Collaborated with technical team to implement necessary changes

    • Tested and validated the solution to ensure issue was resolved

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Golang Developer Interview Questions & Answers

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posted on 25 Nov 2024

Interview experience
4
Good
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
-
Result
-
Round 1 - Coding Test 

1) Search an array element
2) braces balance program
3) anagrams Program

Golang Developer Interview Questions asked at other Companies

Q1. can we return difference data type and how ,what architeture you worked in your project,does go have oops concepts
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Interview experience
4
Good
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
Less than 2 weeks
Result
No response

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

Round 1 - Technical 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Question about java oops concepts

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 distribute these chocolates among 'M' students such that: Each student r... read more
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Q1. Maximum Subarray Sum Problem Statement Given an array of integers, determine the maximum possible sum of any contiguous subarray within the array. Example: Input: array = [34, -50, 42, 14, -5, 86] Output: 137 Explanation: The maximum sum is... read more
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Interview Questions & Answers

user image Anonymous

posted on 22 Aug 2024

Interview experience
4
Good
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
Less than 2 weeks
Result
No response

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

Round 1 - One-on-one 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Questions on Docker, kubernetes, golang programming, ansible and questions from resume
Round 2 - Technical 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Concentrated on golang programming and questions on docker and kubernetes
Interview experience
5
Excellent
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
Less than 2 weeks
Result
Not Selected

I applied via Approached by Company and was interviewed in Jun 2024. There were 3 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Coding Test 

2 simple codes were asked.

Round 2 - Technical 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Explain microservices architecture in current project
  • Q2. Java 8 features
Round 3 - Behavioral 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Question related to current project.

Top IBM Application Developer Interview Questions and Answers

Q1. Tell me how to write ansible playbooks and how would you define a CI/CD pipeline. What tools can you use for pipeline creation and how it works.
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Q1. Minimum Cost to Connect All Points Problem Statement Given an array COORDINATES representing the integer coordinates of some points on a 2D plane, determine the minimum cost required to connect all points. The cost to connect two points, (x... read more
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Software Engineer Interview Questions & Answers

user image MOhamed Ahmed

posted on 10 Oct 2024

Interview experience
4
Good
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
Less than 2 weeks
Result
Not Selected

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

Round 1 - HR 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. What the difference between sql vs nosql
  • Ans. 

    SQL is a relational database management system, while NoSQL is a non-relational database management system.

    • SQL databases are table-based and have a predefined schema, while NoSQL databases are document-based, key-value pairs, graph databases, or wide-column stores.

    • SQL databases are good for complex queries and transactions, while NoSQL databases are better for hierarchical data storage and real-time web applications.

    • Ex...

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Top IBM Software Engineer Interview Questions and Answers

Q1. what is comp & comp 3 differance ?
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Software Engineer Interview Questions asked at other Companies

Q1. Bridge and torch problem : Four people come to a river in the night. There is a narrow bridge, but it can only hold two people at a time. They have one torch and, because it's night, the torch has to be used when crossing the bridge. Person... read more
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Interview experience
4
Good
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
Less than 2 weeks
Result
-

I applied via Naukri.com and was interviewed in Apr 2024. There were 3 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Technical 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Tell me about internal working of JVM
  • Q2. Tell me about SAGA pattern in Microservices
  • Ans. 

    SAGA pattern is a design pattern used in microservices architecture to manage distributed transactions.

    • SAGA pattern breaks down a long-running transaction into a series of smaller, independent transactions.

    • Each step in the SAGA pattern is a separate service that communicates with other services through events.

    • If a step fails, compensating transactions are executed to rollback the changes made by previous steps.

    • Example:...

  • Answered by AI
Round 2 - Technical 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Tell me about your current project structure
  • Q2. What is an API , how would you secure an API
  • Ans. 

    API stands for Application Programming Interface. It defines the methods and data formats that applications can use to communicate with each other.

    • API is a set of rules and protocols that allows different software applications to communicate with each other.

    • To secure an API, you can use authentication methods like OAuth, API keys, or JWT tokens.

    • Implementing encryption (HTTPS) and rate limiting can also enhance API secu...

  • Answered by AI
Round 3 - HR 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Why do you want to relocate to Bangalore
  • Q2. Tell me about one instance where you faced pressure and how did you overcome ?

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IBM Interview FAQs

How many rounds are there in IBM interview?
IBM interview process usually has 2-3 rounds. The most common rounds in the IBM interview process are Technical, HR and Resume Shortlist.
How to prepare for IBM 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 Agile, SQL, Python, Javascript and Interpersonal Skills.
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The duration of IBM interview process can vary, but typically it takes about less than 2 weeks to complete.

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