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Updated 5 May 2022

Independent Contractor Services Software Engineer II Interview Experiences

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I applied via Naukri.com and was interviewed before May 2021. There was 1 interview round.

Round 1 - One-on-one 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Technical questions on linux,c++ and java

Interview Preparation Tips

Topics to prepare for Independent Contractor Services Software Engineer II interview:
  • OOPS
  • Linux
Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Need to be strong in technicals and communication

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

I applied via Campus Placement and was interviewed before Jan 2022. There were 4 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Resume Shortlist 
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Round 2 - Aptitude Test 

Basic questions also with coding test

Round 3 - Coding Test 

Coding questions asked in this round

Round 4 - Technical 

(3 Questions)

  • Q1. Oops concept amd design patterns asked
  • Q2. Explain Singleton design pattern.
  • Ans. 

    Singleton design pattern restricts the instantiation of a class to one object.

    • Ensures only one instance of a class exists in the system

    • Provides a global point of access to that instance

    • Used when only one instance of a class is required throughout the system

    • Example: Database connection manager, Logger class

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  • Q3. Explain oop concepts class, encapsulation etc
  • Ans. 

    OOP concepts include class, encapsulation, inheritance, and polymorphism.

    • Class is a blueprint for creating objects with shared properties and methods.

    • Encapsulation is the practice of hiding implementation details and exposing only necessary information.

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

    • Polymorphism allows objects to take on multiple forms or behaviors depending on the cont...

  • Answered by AI

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Stick to basics and able to justify everything mention in resume

Skills evaluated in this interview

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

First question was related to binary search with pre-computed sum. Second question was increasing, decreasing, increasing ordering of an array to include max elements from original array

Interview experience
4
Good
Difficulty level
Hard
Process Duration
6-8 weeks
Result
Not Selected

I applied via Recruitment Consulltant and was interviewed in Apr 2024. There were 3 interview rounds.

Round 1 - HR 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. What do you like about this opportunity
  • Ans. 

    I am excited about the opportunity to work on cutting-edge technologies and collaborate with a talented team.

    • Opportunity to work on cutting-edge technologies

    • Collaboration with a talented team

    • Room for growth and learning

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Round 2 - Coding Test 

Online assessment, 2 questions, 90 minutes. Leetcode Medium

Round 3 - Technical 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Design a Tic-Tac-Toe game
  • Ans. 

    A simple design for a Tic-Tac-Toe game using a 3x3 grid

    • Create a 3x3 grid to represent the Tic-Tac-Toe board

    • Allow two players to take turns marking X and O on the grid

    • Check for a win condition after each move to determine the winner

  • Answered by AI

Interview Preparation Tips

Topics to prepare for Amazon Software Engineer II interview:
  • Leetcode
  • System Design

Skills evaluated in this interview

I was interviewed before Dec 2020.

Round 1 - Face to Face 

(2 Questions)

Round duration - 60 Minutes
Round difficulty - Medium

This round was purely based on Data Structures and Algorithms . One has to be fairly comfortable in solving Algorithmic problems to pass this round . Both the questions asked were quite common and luckily I had already prepared them from CodeStudio and LeetCode.

  • Q1. 

    Binary Tree Traversals Problem Statement

    Given a Binary Tree with 'N' nodes, where each node holds an integer value, your task is to compute the In-Order, Pre-Order, and Post-Order traversals of the binar...

  • Ans. 

    Compute the In-Order, Pre-Order, and Post-Order traversals of a Binary Tree given in level-order format.

    • Implement functions to perform In-Order, Pre-Order, and Post-Order traversals of a Binary Tree.

    • Use level-order input to construct the Binary Tree.

    • Traverse the Binary Tree recursively to generate the required traversals.

    • Ensure proper handling of null nodes represented by -1 in the input.

    • Return the three traversals as

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  • Q2. 

    Reverse Linked List Problem Statement

    Given a Singly Linked List of integers, your task is to reverse the Linked List by altering the links between the nodes.

    Input:

    The first line of input is an intege...
  • Ans. 

    Reverse a singly linked list by altering the links between nodes.

    • Iterate through the linked list and reverse the links between nodes

    • Use three pointers to keep track of the current, previous, and next nodes

    • Update the links between nodes to reverse the list

    • Return the head of the reversed linked list

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Round 2 - Face to Face 

(1 Question)

Round duration - 45 Minutes
Round difficulty - Medium

This round basically tested some concepts from Data Structures and File Manipulation .

  • Q1. 

    Intersection of Two Arrays Problem Statement

    Given two arrays A and B with sizes N and M respectively, both sorted in non-decreasing order, determine their intersection.

    The intersection of two arrays in...

  • Ans. 

    The problem involves finding the intersection of two sorted arrays efficiently.

    • Use two pointers to iterate through both arrays simultaneously.

    • Compare elements at the pointers and move the pointers accordingly.

    • Handle cases where elements are equal and update the intersection array.

    • Return the intersection array as the result.

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Interview Preparation Tips

Eligibility criteriaAbove 7 CGPABig Basket interview preparation:Topics to prepare for the interview - Data Structures, Algorithms, Operating Systems, Aptitude, OOPSTime required to prepare for the interview - 3 monthsInterview preparation tips for other job seekers

Tip 1 : Must do Previously asked Interview as well as Online Test Questions.
Tip 2 : Go through all the previous interview experiences from Codestudio and Leetcode.
Tip 3 : Do at-least 2 good projects and you must know every bit of them.

Application resume tips for other job seekers

Tip 1 : Have at-least 2 good projects explained in short with all important points covered.
Tip 2 : Every skill must be mentioned.
Tip 3 : Focus on skills, projects and experiences more.

Final outcome of the interviewSelected

Skills evaluated in this interview

I applied via Campus Placement

Interview Questionnaire 

1 Question

  • Q1. A question based on probability of maximizing profit

Interview Preparation Tips

Round: Test
Experience: Easy, time was sufficient, Mostly Quantitative Aptitude
Tips: Chill and steam on till the end
Duration: 45 minutes
Total Questions: 15

Round: Puzzle Interview
Experience: Question was simple I forgot to take into account a factor in my equation but was able to correct my answer immediately upon given a hint

Round: HR Interview
Experience: Nothing special routine HR Questions

General Tips: Relax know yourself and your resume back and front
Skill Tips: A programming background helps
Skills: Quantitative Aptitude
Duration: 2
College Name: IIT Madras
Motivation: To get PPO and pursue an MBA abroad also the stipend is not bad
Funny Moments: When he asked me how much I wanted AmEx I told him that I told the Microsoft Interviewer that I would take an offer from AmEx irrespective. This was before I got interviewed for Microsoft.

PS I got offers from both AmEx and Microsoft

Interview Questionnaire 

3 Questions

  • Q1. What are your long term and short term goals?
  • Ans. 

    My short term goal is to gain experience and improve my skills. My long term goal is to become a leader in my field.

    • Short term goal: Gain experience and improve skills

    • Long term goal: Become a leader in the field

    • Examples: Attend workshops, take on challenging projects, seek mentorship

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  • Q2. Where do you see yourself after 5-6 years?
  • Ans. 

    In 5-6 years, I see myself as a senior analyst or manager, leading a team and contributing to the growth of the company.

    • Leading a team of analysts or managers

    • Contributing to the growth of the company

    • Continuing to learn and develop new skills

    • Building strong relationships with clients and colleagues

    • Exploring opportunities for professional growth and advancement

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  • Q3. Why didn't you choose to do MBA?
  • Ans. 

    I wanted to gain practical experience and develop my skills in the workforce before pursuing further education.

    • I believe that hands-on experience is invaluable in any field

    • I wanted to develop my skills and knowledge in a practical setting

    • I felt that pursuing an MBA immediately after my undergraduate degree would not provide me with the same level of experience and growth

    • I plan to pursue an MBA in the future, once I hav...

  • Answered by AI

Interview Preparation Tips

Round: Resume Shortlist
Experience: 20 students were shortlisted on the basis of the resume.

Round: HR Interview
Experience: The interview was a mix of HR and technical interview.

The HR interview was based on simple HR questions – questions about me, my motivations in life. My strengths and weaknesses and work preferences. A major part of my interview focused on questions related to my internship.

In the technical round they asked me questions related to the bank reconciliation statement, effect of various entries on passbook and cashbook and questions related to contra entries.
Tips: My advice is that one should be prepared for any question about their resume. In case you have mentioned any subjects in your resume you should be prepared for the same.

College Name: Lady Shri Ram college

Interview Questionnaire 

6 Questions

  • Q1. Why should the company choose you?
  • Ans. 

    I have the necessary skills, experience, and passion to contribute to the company's growth and success.

    • I have a proven track record of achieving targets and delivering results.

    • I possess strong communication and interpersonal skills, which enable me to work effectively with colleagues and clients.

    • I am a quick learner and adaptable to new technologies and work environments.

    • I am passionate about the industry and committed...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. Which political figure do you like?
  • Q3. Which party do you prefer?
  • Ans. 

    I prefer not to disclose my political preference.

    • I believe in keeping my political views private.

    • As an analyst, it is important to remain neutral and unbiased.

    • My personal political preference does not affect my work or analysis.

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  • Q4. What is the role of CBI
  • Ans. 

    CBI is the premier investigating agency of India, responsible for investigating high-profile cases.

    • CBI stands for Central Bureau of Investigation

    • It is responsible for investigating cases related to corruption, economic offenses, and special crimes

    • It has the power to investigate cases across state borders

    • CBI is also responsible for maintaining the Interpol wing in India

    • Some high-profile cases investigated by CBI include...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q5. Why are you putting Indian Politics over auditing as you are a commerce student ?
  • Ans. 

    I am interested in both fields and believe that understanding politics is crucial for auditing.

    • Politics and business are intertwined, and understanding the political landscape can help in auditing decisions.

    • As a commerce student, I have learned about the impact of government policies on businesses.

    • In India, politics plays a significant role in shaping the economy and business environment.

    • Having knowledge of political d...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q6. What is your favorite subject?
  • Ans. 

    My favorite subject is history.

    • I love learning about past events and how they shaped the world we live in today.

    • I find it fascinating to study different cultures and civilizations throughout history.

    • I enjoy analyzing historical documents and artifacts to gain a deeper understanding of the past.

    • Some of my favorite topics include ancient Egypt, the Roman Empire, and World War II.

  • Answered by AI

Interview Preparation Tips

Round: Resume Shortlist
Experience: Resume was the key criteria in the selection procedure. All students were asked to submit their resume to the placement cell and on the basis of it 10 students were selected.

Round: HR Interview
Experience: There was no written test and there was directly an interview round. In the interview they inquired about me and my family. They also inquired about my interests to which I replied politics. They were looking for a person who has views about different things happening in the society rather a person who remains in his/her shell.

College Name: Lady Shri Ram College

I was interviewed in Apr 2017.

Interview Questionnaire 

1 Question

  • Q1. Family background, father's job, personal details

Interview Preparation Tips

Round: Technical + HR Interview
Experience: There were three panelists.As I went in, I was first asked to present my CV. All of them were asking questions together. One was asking technical questions related to chemical engineering while the other two were taking the HR interview. They were all very polite and gentle.At first. I had to tell them my 10th and 12th percentage and my ranks in JEE Main, JEE Advanced and WBJEE. Then I was asked why I chose chemical engineering and what were my areas or subjects of interest. I answered Mass transfer and Chemical Reaction Engineering. They were quite impressed to hear as they said I was the first one who mentioned it. I was mainly asked questions from distillation and gas absorption. All the questions were very basic and required clear understanding of the concepts. I was asked to give a brief summary about my industrial visit to RCF, Mumbai. I was also asked some questions on my ongoing project work at college. Overall, it was a pleasant experience.

College Name: Jadavpur University, Kolkata

I was interviewed before Aug 2016.

Interview Questionnaire 

5 Questions

  • Q1. What is a BCG matrix?
  • Ans. 

    The BCG matrix is a strategic planning tool used to analyze a company's portfolio of products or business units.

    • Developed by the Boston Consulting Group (BCG)

    • It categorizes products/business units into four quadrants based on market growth rate and market share

    • Quadrants: Stars, Cash Cows, Question Marks, and Dogs

    • Helps in resource allocation and strategic decision-making

    • Example: Apple's iPhone as a Star, iPod as a Cash ...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. Explain market segmentation to a layman.
  • Ans. 

    Market segmentation is the process of dividing a broad target market into smaller, more specific groups based on common characteristics.

    • Market segmentation helps businesses identify and target specific customer groups.

    • It involves analyzing factors such as demographics, psychographics, and behavior to create segments.

    • Segments can be based on age, gender, income, interests, location, etc.

    • By understanding the needs and pr...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q3. What are your strengths?
  • Ans. 

    My strengths include strong communication skills, adaptability, and problem-solving abilities.

    • Strong communication skills: I am able to effectively convey information and ideas to others.

    • Adaptability: I am able to quickly adjust to new situations and environments.

    • Problem-solving abilities: I am skilled at analyzing complex problems and finding creative solutions.

  • Answered by AI
  • Q4. What are your weaknesses?
  • Ans. 

    One of my weaknesses is that I tend to be overly critical of my own work.

    • I have a tendency to be a perfectionist and spend too much time on tasks

    • I struggle with delegating tasks to others

    • I can be overly self-critical and have difficulty accepting praise or recognition

  • Answered by AI
  • Q5. Tell us more about yourself that would totally hook us to you.
  • Ans. 

    I am a dedicated and passionate individual with a strong work ethic and a proven track record of success.

    • I have consistently achieved top grades in my academic studies, showcasing my commitment to excellence.

    • I have completed multiple internships in the past where I received glowing feedback from supervisors for my hard work and dedication.

    • I am actively involved in extracurricular activities such as volunteering and lea...

  • Answered by AI

Interview Preparation Tips

Round: Resume Shortlist
Experience: Anonymous shortlisting

Round: Group Discussion
Experience: 8 people in the GD. It was a calm GD. I came in 3rd with strong points and exited, making my point.
Tips: Be sure of what you say. Own your points. Start with statement, give example and conclude in a minute.
Duration: 20 minutes

Round: Group Discussion
Experience: 10 people in this GD. It was a chaotic GD with everyone speaking at once. Nobody could be heard and things were totally out of control.
Tips: At times of chaos, go against the tide and keep your voice calm and have a very good point in mind. Don't lose your calm in all the chaos.
Duration: 25 minutes

Round: Technical + HR Interview
Experience: I gave the wrong answer at first to the BCG matrix question. Then the interviewer asked me "are you sure?". I realized my mistake, held my calm, used the notebook infront of me, drew it and explained. That I believe, did the magic.
Tips: Be honest. Keep smiling. Own the interview.

College Name: S.P. Jain Institute Of Management And Research

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How many rounds are there in Independent Contractor Services Software Engineer II interview?
Independent Contractor Services interview process usually has 1 rounds. The most common rounds in the Independent Contractor Services interview process are One-on-one Round.

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