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Updated 14 May 2024

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Interview experience
5
Excellent
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
Less than 2 weeks
Result
No response

I applied via LinkedIn and was interviewed in Apr 2024. There were 2 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Technical 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. 1. Brief your existing/last Project architecture ? 2. Design patterns used in microservice architecture ?(Since my last project was microservices) 3. What is saga pattern? 4. 2 Scenario based question - Da...
  • Ans. 

    Answering questions related to microservice architecture, design patterns, Kafka cluster data loss prevention, and monitoring/recovery in Appdynamics.

    • My last project architecture was based on microservices, utilizing design patterns such as Circuit Breaker, Service Registry, and API Gateway.

    • Saga pattern is used in microservices to manage distributed transactions across multiple services.

    • In the event of data loss in a K...

  • Answered by AI
Round 2 - Technical 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Few more question on Architecture of application and failover scenarios How will you resolve conflict within team members ? How will you deal with the attitude of (if)any developer in the team ? Where do...

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Interview experience
1
Bad
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
4-6 weeks
Result
Selected Selected

I applied via Naukri.com and was interviewed in Mar 2024. There were 5 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Technical 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Program manager question
  • Q2. Risk analysis des cription
Round 2 - Technical 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Conflict management
Round 3 - HR 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Scrum n agile follow up
Round 4 - Technical 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Program plan n execution
  • Q2. Grooming and dashboard creation
Round 5 - HR 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Jira and confluence page
  • Q2. Excel and share point

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Worst company ever. Leadership is horrible .

I applied via LinkedIn and was interviewed in Aug 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.
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Round 2 - One-on-one 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Screening round or a Fitment round
Round 3 - Technical 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Agile / Scrum related questions

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - If the interview is for VAS unit and if you are from Tamilnadu, then you are hired.

Full of regional Favorites and Favorite groups

Tamilians get Promoted frequently and close to Half the Leadership positions are filled with Tamilians right from the top.

VISA seriously needs to walk their talk of Diversity and Inclusion
Interview experience
4
Good
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
Less than 2 weeks
Result
Selected Selected

I applied via Referral and was interviewed before Aug 2023. There was 1 interview round.

Round 1 - One-on-one 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Describe an end to end project cycle
  • Ans. 

    An end to end project cycle involves planning, execution, monitoring, and closing of a project.

    • Initiation: Define project scope, objectives, and deliverables.

    • Planning: Create a detailed project plan, schedule, and budget.

    • Execution: Implement the project plan and manage resources.

    • Monitoring: Track progress, identify risks, and make necessary adjustments.

    • Closing: Finalize project deliverables, obtain client approval, and

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. Tools and tech stack used
  • Ans. 

    Various tools and technologies used in the tech stack for project management.

    • Jira for project tracking

    • Confluence for documentation

    • Slack for communication

    • GitHub for version control

    • AWS for cloud services

  • Answered by AI

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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

  • Answered by AI
  • 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

  • Answered by AI
  • 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.

  • Answered by AI
  • 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 before Jan 2021.

Round 1 - Coding Test 

(2 Questions)

Round duration - 90 minutes
Round difficulty - Medium

It was conducted in Hacker rank which consisted of 10 aptitude questions that included C, C++, Java MCQ. 2 programming questions were also given.

  • Q1. 

    Minimum Cost Path Problem Statement

    Given an N x M matrix filled with integers, determine the minimum sum obtainable from a path that starts at a specified cell (x, y) and ends at the top left corner of t...

  • Ans. 

    The problem involves finding the minimum sum path from a specified cell to the top left corner of a matrix.

    • Start from the specified cell and calculate the minimum sum path to reach the top left corner using dynamic programming.

    • Consider the three possible moves: down, right, and down-right diagonal.

    • Keep track of the minimum sum at each cell and update it based on the minimum of the three possible moves.

    • Finally, the mini...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. 

    Balanced Parentheses Combinations

    Given an integer N representing the number of pairs of parentheses, find all the possible combinations of balanced parentheses using the given number of pairs.

    Explanati...

  • Ans. 

    Generate all possible combinations of balanced parentheses for a given number of pairs.

    • Use backtracking to generate all possible combinations of balanced parentheses.

    • Keep track of the number of open and close parentheses used in each combination.

    • Recursively generate combinations by adding open parentheses if there are remaining, and closing parentheses if the number of open parentheses is greater than the number of clo...

  • Answered by AI
Round 2 - Face to Face 

(4 Questions)

Round duration - 60 minutes
Round difficulty - Medium

Technical round with questions based on data structures, oops and networking.

  • Q1. 

    Character Counting Challenge

    Create a program that counts and prints the total number of specific character types from user input. Specifically, you need to count lowercase English alphabets, numeric digi...

  • Ans. 

    Create a program to count lowercase alphabets, digits, and white spaces from user input until '$' is encountered.

    • Read characters from input stream until '$' is encountered

    • Count lowercase alphabets, digits, and white spaces separately

    • Print the counts of each character type as three integers separated by spaces

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. 

    K Largest Elements Problem Statement

    Given an unsorted array containing 'N' integers, you are required to find 'K' largest elements from the array and return them in non-decreasing order.

    Input:

    The fir...
  • Ans. 

    Find K largest elements in an unsorted array and return them in non-decreasing order.

    • Sort the array in non-decreasing order.

    • Return the last K elements of the sorted array.

  • Answered by AI
  • Q3. How can you check whether you have an internet connection on your system?
  • Ans. 

    To check internet connection on a system, you can use various methods like pinging a website or checking network status.

    • Use ping command to check connectivity to a website (e.g. ping www.google.com)

    • Check network status using network settings or command line tools

    • Try accessing a website or online service to verify internet connection

  • Answered by AI
  • Q4. What happens when you type a URL in a web browser?
  • Ans. 

    When you type a URL in a web browser, the browser sends a request to the server hosting the website, which then responds with the necessary files to display the webpage.

    • Browser checks cache for DNS resolution

    • If not found, browser sends a DNS query to resolve the domain name to an IP address

    • Browser establishes a TCP connection with the server

    • Browser sends an HTTP request to the server for the webpage

    • Server processes the...

  • Answered by AI
Round 3 - Face to Face 

(2 Questions)

Round duration - 60 minutes
Round difficulty - Medium

Technical round with questions based on data structures, oops and networking.

  • Q1. 

    Counting Sort Problem Statement

    Ninja is learning about sorting algorithms, specifically those that do not rely on comparisons. Can you help Ninja implement the counting sort algorithm?

    Example:

    Input:
    ...
  • Ans. 

    Implement counting sort algorithm to sort an array of integers without comparisons.

    • Count the frequency of each element in the input array.

    • Calculate the prefix sum of frequencies to determine the position of each element in the sorted array.

    • Place each element in its correct position based on the prefix sum.

    • Time complexity of counting sort is O(n+k), where n is the number of elements and k is the range of input.

    • Example: ...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. What are the applications of the Fibonacci series in real life?
  • Ans. 

    The Fibonacci series has applications in various fields such as mathematics, computer science, art, and nature.

    • Used in algorithms for optimization problems and dynamic programming.

    • Found in nature, such as the arrangement of leaves on a stem, the branching of trees, and the spiral shapes of shells.

    • Applied in financial markets for predicting stock prices and analyzing market trends.

    • Utilized in art and design for creating

  • Answered by AI
Round 4 - HR 

Round duration - 30 minutes
Round difficulty - Easy

HR round where the interviewer asked questions to know more about me.

Interview Preparation Tips

Eligibility criteriaAbove 7 CGPAPaypal interview preparation:Topics to prepare for the interview - Data Structures, Algorithms, System Design, Aptitude, OOPSTime required to prepare for the interview - 6 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 was interviewed before Jan 2021.

Round 1 - Face to Face 

(2 Questions)

Round duration - 60 minutes
Round difficulty - Easy

I couldn't find an optimal approach to the first question, so she skipped that question and proceeded to next questions. Remaining questions I have answered satisfactorily.

  • Q1. 

    Subset Sum Equal To K Problem Statement

    Given an array/list of positive integers and an integer K, determine if there exists a subset whose sum equals K.

    Provide true if such a subset exists, otherwise r...

  • Ans. 

    Given an array of positive integers and an integer K, determine if there exists a subset whose sum equals K.

    • Use dynamic programming to solve this problem efficiently

    • Create a 2D array to store if a subset with a particular sum exists

    • Iterate through the array and update the 2D array accordingly

    • Check if the value at the end of the iteration is true for the given K

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. 

    BFS Traversal in a Graph

    Given an undirected and disconnected graph G(V, E) where V vertices are numbered from 0 to V-1, and E represents edges, your task is to output the BFS traversal starting from the ...

  • Ans. 

    BFS traversal in a disconnected graph starting from vertex 0.

    • Implement BFS algorithm to traverse the graph starting from vertex 0.

    • Use a queue to keep track of visited nodes and their neighbors.

    • Ensure to print the traversal sequence in the correct order.

    • Handle disconnected components by checking for unvisited nodes.

    • Follow the BFS approach of exploring neighbors before moving to the next level.

  • Answered by AI
Round 2 - HR 

(1 Question)

Round duration - 60 minutes
Round difficulty - Easy

I told that my strength is problem solving and I can always find a way when there is a bottle-neck. Gave some examples of my experiences while doing my assignments.

  • Q1. 

    Replace Spaces in a String

    Given a string STR consisting of words separated by spaces, your task is to replace all spaces between words with the characters "@40".

    Input:

    The first line contains an integ...
  • Ans. 

    Replace spaces in a string with '@40'.

    • Iterate through each character in the string

    • Replace spaces with '@40'

    • Return the modified string

  • Answered by AI

Interview Preparation Tips

Eligibility criteriaAbove 7 CGPAPaypal interview preparation:Topics to prepare for the interview - Data Structures, Algorithms, System Design, Aptitude, OOPSTime required to prepare for the interview - 6 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 was interviewed before Jan 2021.

Round 1 - Face to Face 

(3 Questions)

Round duration - 60 minutes
Round difficulty - Easy

Technical Interview Round with questions based on Data structures, OOPS and SQL.

  • Q1. 

    Delete a Node from a Linked List

    You are provided with a linked list of integers. Your task is to implement a function that deletes a node located at a specified position 'POS'.

    Input:

    The first line co...
  • Ans. 

    Implement a function to delete a node from a linked list at a specified position.

    • Traverse the linked list to find the node at the specified position.

    • Update the pointers of the previous and next nodes to skip the node to be deleted.

    • Handle edge cases such as deleting the head or tail of the linked list.

    • Ensure to free the memory of the deleted node to avoid memory leaks.

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. Write an SQL query to find the nth highest salary.
  • Ans. 

    SQL query to find the nth highest salary

    • Use the ORDER BY clause to sort salaries in descending order

    • Use the LIMIT and OFFSET clauses to skip the first n-1 highest salaries

    • Combine the above steps in a single query to find the nth highest salary

  • Answered by AI
  • Q3. Can you explain the concepts of Object-Oriented Programming (OOP)?
  • Ans. 

    OOP is a programming paradigm based on the concept of objects, which can contain data in the form of fields and code in the form of procedures.

    • OOP focuses on creating objects that interact with each other to solve problems.

    • Key concepts include encapsulation, inheritance, and polymorphism.

    • Encapsulation involves bundling data and methods that operate on the data into a single unit.

    • Inheritance allows classes to inherit at...

  • Answered by AI
Round 2 - Face to Face 

(4 Questions)

Round duration - 60 minutes
Round difficulty - Easy

Was asked me about my favorite technologies, What i liked about Facebook. And asked me to design a cinema ticket reservation web site­ like the one satyam has.

  • Q1. 

    Kth Largest Element Problem

    Given an array containing N distinct positive integers and a number K, determine the Kth largest element in the array.

    Example:

    Input:
    N = 6, K = 3, array = [2, 1, 5, 6, 3, ...
  • Ans. 

    Find the Kth largest element in an array of distinct positive integers.

    • Sort the array in non-increasing order and return the Kth element.

    • Handle multiple test cases efficiently.

    • Ensure all elements in the array are distinct.

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. What are virtual functions?
  • Ans. 

    Virtual functions are functions in a base class that are overridden in derived classes to achieve runtime polymorphism.

    • Virtual functions are declared in a base class with the 'virtual' keyword.

    • They are overridden in derived classes using the 'override' keyword.

    • They allow a function to be called based on the runtime type of an object.

    • Virtual functions enable dynamic binding and late binding in C++.

    • Example: virtual void ...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q3. Design a Cinema Ticket Reservation System.
  • Ans. 

    Design a Cinema Ticket Reservation System

    • Use a database to store movie information, showtimes, and seat availability

    • Allow users to search for movies, select showtimes, and choose seats

    • Implement a payment system for ticket purchases

    • Send confirmation emails with QR codes for ticket validation

  • Answered by AI
  • Q4. In how many attempts can you find a defective ball among 10 given balls using a two-pan balance scale?
  • Ans. 

    You can find a defective ball among 10 given balls in 2 attempts using a two-pan balance scale.

    • Divide the 10 balls into two groups of 5 each.

    • Weigh the two groups on the balance scale.

    • If one group is heavier, it contains the defective ball. If they are equal, the defective ball is in the remaining 5 balls.

    • Divide the group of 5 balls with the defective one into two groups of 2 and 3 balls.

    • Weigh the two groups on the bala...

  • Answered by AI
Round 3 - HR 

(1 Question)

Round duration - 30 minutes
Round difficulty - Easy

HR round that lasted for about 30 minutes. The interviewer asked me questions to know more about me and a puzzle.

  • Q1. Can you tell me about your projects and your extracurricular activities?

Interview Preparation Tips

Eligibility criteriaAbove 7 CGPAPaypal interview preparation:Topics to prepare for the interview - Data Structures, Algorithms, System Design, 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

MasterCard Interview FAQs

How many rounds are there in MasterCard Technical Program Manager interview?
MasterCard interview process usually has 2 rounds. The most common rounds in the MasterCard interview process are Technical.
How to prepare for MasterCard Technical Program Manager 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 MasterCard. The most common topics and skills that interviewers at MasterCard expect are Information Security, Agile Coaching, Business Strategy, Change Management and Coding.

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