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Updated 1 Aug 2021

NTT DATA, Inc. Senior Network Engineer Interview Experiences

1 interview found

I applied via Referral and was interviewed in Feb 2021. There were 3 interview rounds.

Interview Questionnaire 

2 Questions

  • Q1. Rspan, span, vtp, some questions on security how to secure the network
  • Q2. Why bgp used, state, LP and weight, med
  • Ans. 

    BGP is used for routing between autonomous systems. LP and weight are used for path selection. MED is used for path advertisement.

    • BGP is used for inter-domain routing between autonomous systems.

    • LP (Local Preference) is used to select the preferred path among multiple paths within the same AS.

    • Weight is a Cisco proprietary parameter used to select the preferred path among multiple paths within the same AS.

    • MED (Multi-Exit...

  • Answered by AI

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Skills evaluated in this interview

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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 Aug 2024. There was 1 interview round.

Round 1 - Technical 

(5 Questions)

  • Q1. What is bgp and is uses
  • Ans. 

    BGP stands for Border Gateway Protocol, used for routing and exchanging routing information between different autonomous systems.

    • BGP is used to connect different autonomous systems on the internet.

    • It is a path vector protocol that helps in determining the best path for data to travel.

    • BGP uses TCP port 179 for communication.

    • It is commonly used by Internet Service Providers (ISPs) and large organizations to manage routin

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. Ospf lsa types and explanation
  • Ans. 

    OSPF LSA types include Router LSA, Network LSA, Summary LSA, and ASBR Summary LSA.

    • Router LSA: Generated by each router to describe its directly connected links.

    • Network LSA: Generated by DR to describe the network and its attached routers.

    • Summary LSA: Generated by ABR to advertise routes from one area to another.

    • ASBR Summary LSA: Generated by ASBR to advertise external routes into OSPF domain.

  • Answered by AI
  • Q3. Vxlan in details and vlan difference
  • Ans. 

    Vxlan is a virtual extensible LAN technology used to extend Layer 2 networks over Layer 3 networks.

    • Vxlan stands for Virtual Extensible LAN

    • It is used to extend Layer 2 networks over Layer 3 networks

    • Vxlan adds a 24-bit identifier to the Layer 2 frame, allowing for up to 16 million virtual networks

    • Vxlan encapsulates the original Ethernet frame within a UDP packet for transmission over the network

    • Vxlan is commonly used in

  • Answered by AI
  • Q4. Vss switch and vpc difference
  • Ans. 

    VSS switch is a feature in Cisco switches for combining multiple physical switches into a single logical switch, while VPC is a feature for creating a loop-free topology in a data center network.

    • VSS switch combines multiple physical switches into a single logical switch, providing higher availability and simplified network management.

    • VPC (Virtual Port Channel) is a feature that allows links that are physically connecte...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q5. Bgp path manipulation question

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Do the basic questions prepration

Skills evaluated in this interview

Interview experience
1
Bad
Difficulty level
-
Process Duration
-
Result
-
Round 1 - HR 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Experiance working
  • Q2. Working projects
Interview experience
5
Excellent
Difficulty level
-
Process Duration
-
Result
-
Round 1 - Resume Shortlist 
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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 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. 4 members were in interview. More on theory questions.
Round 3 - HR 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Basic questions about yorself and package
Interview experience
5
Excellent
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
Less than 2 weeks
Result
Selected Selected

I applied via Approached by Company and was interviewed in Oct 2022. There were 2 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Resume Shortlist 
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Round 2 - Technical 

(5 Questions)

  • Q1. Explain BGP attributes and path selection process
  • Ans. 

    BGP attributes are used to determine the best path for routing. Path selection process involves comparing attributes like AS path, local preference, etc.

    • BGP attributes include AS path, local preference, MED, origin, etc.

    • Path selection process involves comparing attributes in a predetermined order to determine the best path.

    • AS path attribute is used to prevent routing loops and determine the shortest path to a destinati...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. Asked question related to HSRP, STP, vlan, IPSec
  • Q3. Did you worked on any firewall
  • Ans. 

    Yes, I have worked on configuring and managing firewalls in various network environments.

    • Configured firewall rules to control traffic flow

    • Managed firewall policies to ensure network security

    • Troubleshooted firewall issues and implemented solutions

    • Worked with different firewall vendors such as Cisco, Palo Alto, and Fortinet

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  • Q4. What need to be check if ospf neighborship is not forming
  • Ans. 

    Check OSPF configuration, network connectivity, router IDs, subnet mismatches, authentication, and hello/dead timers.

    • Verify OSPF configuration on both routers

    • Check network connectivity between routers

    • Ensure router IDs are unique

    • Check for subnet mismatches

    • Verify authentication settings

    • Check hello and dead timers

  • Answered by AI
  • Q5. Explain SIA in eigrp
  • Ans. 

    SIA (Stuck In Active) is a mechanism in EIGRP to prevent routing loops by marking a route as 'stuck' if a feasible successor is not found.

    • SIA occurs when a router is unable to find a feasible successor for a route during a topology change.

    • During SIA, the router marks the route as 'stuck' and queries its neighbors for a new path.

    • This prevents routing loops by temporarily blocking the affected route until a new feasible

  • Answered by AI

Skills evaluated in this interview

I applied via Naukri.com and was interviewed in Jul 2020. There were 5 interview rounds.

Interview Questionnaire 

1 Question

  • Q1. JD was related to sdwan opening so questions being asked were related to routing switching, Sdwan architecture of vendor you were working.

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Always be humble and be proactive even if you don't know the answer just tell it rather then bluffing to interviewer. Alwayas be prepared with JD and give crisp answer to questions asked.
Interview experience
4
Good
Difficulty level
-
Process Duration
-
Result
-
Round 1 - One-on-one 

(4 Questions)

  • Q1. DHCP working principles
  • Ans. 

    DHCP assigns IP addresses to devices on a network automatically

    • DHCP server assigns IP addresses to devices on the network

    • DHCP clients request IP addresses from the DHCP server

    • DHCP uses a lease mechanism to manage IP address assignments

    • DHCP reduces the administrative burden of manually assigning IP addresses

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. DNS working principles
  • Ans. 

    DNS is a system that translates domain names to IP addresses to locate resources on the internet.

    • DNS resolves domain names to IP addresses

    • DNS operates through a distributed database system

    • DNS uses hierarchical structure with top-level domains like .com, .org, etc.

    • DNS queries are resolved through recursive and iterative processes

  • Answered by AI
  • Q3. Scenario based question DHCP
  • Q4. Spanning tree protocol

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Please concentrate on scenario based network questions

Skills evaluated in this interview

I applied via Referral and was interviewed in Mar 2022. There were 3 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Resume Shortlist 
Pro Tip by AmbitionBox:
Properly align and format text in your resume. A recruiter will have to spend more time reading poorly aligned text, leading to high chances of rejection.
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Round 2 - Technical 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Explain bgp , brief introduction of mpls , basic router command, etc
  • Ans. 

    BGP is a routing protocol used to exchange routing information between different networks. MPLS is a protocol used for efficient data transfer. Basic router commands include show ip route, show interfaces, etc.

    • BGP stands for Border Gateway Protocol and is used to exchange routing information between different networks.

    • MPLS stands for Multiprotocol Label Switching and is used for efficient data transfer.

    • Basic router com...

  • Answered by AI
Round 3 - HR 

(6 Questions)

  • Q1. Why should we hire you?
  • Ans. 

    I have the necessary skills, experience, and passion for the job.

    • I have a strong background in network engineering with experience in designing, implementing, and maintaining complex networks.

    • I am proficient in various network technologies such as Cisco, Juniper, and Palo Alto.

    • I have excellent problem-solving skills and can troubleshoot network issues quickly and efficiently.

    • I am a team player and can work collaborativ...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. What is your family background?
  • Ans. 

    My family background is diverse and multicultural.

    • My parents are from different countries and cultures, which has given me a unique perspective on the world.

    • Growing up, I was exposed to different languages, traditions, and customs.

    • My family values education and hard work, which has motivated me to pursue a career in network engineering.

  • Answered by AI
  • Q3. Tell me about yourself.
  • Ans. 

    I am a network engineer with 5 years of experience in designing, implementing and maintaining complex networks.

    • I have a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science

    • I am proficient in Cisco and Juniper routers and switches

    • I have experience in configuring firewalls and VPNs

    • I am a team player and have excellent communication skills

    • I am always eager to learn and keep up with the latest technologies

  • Answered by AI
  • Q4. Why are you looking for a change?
  • Ans. 

    Looking for growth opportunities and to expand my skill set.

    • Current job lacks opportunities for growth and learning

    • Seeking a more challenging and dynamic work environment

    • Interested in exploring new technologies and expanding my skill set

  • Answered by AI
  • Q5. What are your salary expectations?
  • Ans. 

    I am open to discussing a salary that is commensurate with my experience and the responsibilities of the role.

    • I am looking for a fair and competitive salary based on industry standards and my qualifications.

    • I am willing to negotiate and consider other benefits such as healthcare, retirement plans, and vacation time.

    • I am open to discussing performance-based incentives and bonuses.

    • I am aware of the salary range for this ...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q6. Share details of your previous job.
  • Ans. 

    I worked as a Network Engineer at XYZ Company.

    • Designed and implemented network infrastructure for multiple clients

    • Configured and maintained network devices such as routers, switches, firewalls

    • Troubleshot network issues and provided solutions to clients

    • Managed network security and implemented security protocols

    • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure smooth network operations

  • Answered by AI

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Prepare all basic commands of router and switch configurations and also be confident in interviews

Skills evaluated in this interview

I applied via Newspaper Ad and was interviewed in Jul 2022. There were 2 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Resume Shortlist 
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Double-check your resume for any spelling mistakes. The recruiter may consider spelling mistakes as careless behavior or poor communication skills.
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Round 2 - Coding Test 

Coding test contains 2 questions

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - we want to prepare well for any assessment and interviews

I applied via Recruitment Consultant and was interviewed in Oct 2021. There was 1 interview round.

Interview Questionnaire 

2 Questions

  • Q1. What is the expected salary
  • Q2. Where will be the location

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - It will be the face interview or mobile interview

NTT DATA, Inc. Interview FAQs

How to prepare for NTT DATA, Inc. Senior Network 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 NTT DATA, Inc.. The most common topics and skills that interviewers at NTT DATA, Inc. expect are Router, Routing, Switching, Troubleshooting and Wireless.
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