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Updated 12 Oct 2024

NXP Semiconductors Embedded Software Engineer Interview Experiences

2 interviews found

Interview experience
5
Excellent
Difficulty level
-
Process Duration
-
Result
-
Round 1 - Technical 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Asked questions more related to c/c++
Interview experience
3
Average
Difficulty level
-
Process Duration
-
Result
-
Round 1 - Coding Test 

Basic programs on c and linux

Round 2 - Technical 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. All basics from c embedded c Linux mpmc

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Interview experience
3
Average
Difficulty level
Hard
Process Duration
Less than 2 weeks
Result
Not Selected

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

Round 1 - One-on-one 

(4 Questions)

  • Q1. Why do you want to join ASML
  • Ans. 

    ASML is a global leader in lithography technology, and I am excited about the opportunity to work on cutting-edge projects in the semiconductor industry.

    • ASML is a global leader in lithography technology

    • Excited about working on cutting-edge projects in the semiconductor industry

    • Opportunity for professional growth and development

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. What is your expectations?
  • Ans. 

    I expect a challenging role where I can utilize my skills in embedded software development and contribute to innovative projects.

    • Expect to work on cutting-edge technologies in embedded systems

    • Desire to collaborate with a talented team to solve complex problems

    • Seek opportunities for professional growth and skill development

    • Expect a supportive work environment that values creativity and innovation

  • Answered by AI
  • Q3. Do you have valid visa?
  • Ans. 

    Yes, I have a valid visa.

    • Yes, I have a valid visa that allows me to work in this country.

    • My visa is valid until [expiration date].

    • I have all the necessary documentation to prove my visa status.

  • Answered by AI
  • Q4. How did you hear about ASML?
  • Ans. 

    I heard about ASML through a job search website.

    • Job search website

    • Online job board

    • Referral from a friend who works at ASML

  • Answered by AI
Round 2 - Coding Test 

5-6 programming multiple choice questions on C++ and a problem to be solved with any language

Interview experience
5
Excellent
Difficulty level
-
Process Duration
-
Result
-
Round 1 - Coding Test 

Arrays and strings online

Round 2 - Technical 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. About basic C program
  • Q2. Memory layout ,c and c+=
Interview experience
4
Good
Difficulty level
-
Process Duration
-
Result
-

I applied via Campus Placement

Round 1 - Technical 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. What is stack overflow
  • Ans. 

    Stack overflow occurs when a program uses more memory than the call stack can handle, leading to a crash.

    • Occurs when a program's call stack runs out of memory

    • Can lead to crashes or unexpected behavior

    • Common in recursive functions with no base case

    • Can be caused by infinite loops or excessive memory usage

  • Answered by AI

Skills evaluated in this interview

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

I applied via campus placement at National Institute of Technology (NIT), Calicut and was interviewed in Feb 2023. There were 2 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Resume Shortlist 
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Round 2 - Technical 

(3 Questions)

  • Q1. An interview about 40 mins and questions on coding and embeded systems.
  • Q2. Asked on linked lists .
  • Q3. About functioning pf micro contoller.

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - prepare embeded c and some core portions in mpmc and embeded sytems.
Interview experience
5
Excellent
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
Less than 2 weeks
Result
Selected Selected

I applied via campus placement at National Institute of Technology (NIT), Warangal and was interviewed before Sep 2023. There were 2 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Coding Test 

Had multiple mcqs and then 2 coding questions

Round 2 - Technical 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Questions on Operating System
  • Q2. Questions on Computer Architechture
Interview experience
4
Good
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
2-4 weeks
Result
Selected Selected

I applied via Job Portal and was interviewed before Feb 2023. There were 2 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Technical 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Define steps of booting a system
  • Ans. 

    Booting a system involves several steps including power-on, POST, bootloader loading, kernel initialization, and user space initialization.

    • Power-on: System receives power and starts the boot process.

    • POST (Power-On Self Test): Hardware components are checked for functionality.

    • Bootloader loading: Bootloader is loaded into memory and executed.

    • Kernel initialization: Operating system kernel is loaded and initialized.

    • User sp...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. What are the detailed steps and intermediate state in a compilation
  • Ans. 

    Compilation involves multiple steps like preprocessing, compilation, assembly, and linking.

    • Preprocessing: Includes header file inclusion, macro expansion, and conditional compilation.

    • Compilation: Translates source code into assembly code specific to the target architecture.

    • Assembly: Converts assembly code into machine code.

    • Linking: Combines object files and libraries to generate an executable file.

  • Answered by AI
Round 2 - Technical 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. LLD question on designing a cache

Skills evaluated in this interview

Interview Questionnaire 

2 Questions

  • Q1. Void pointer,Null pointer differences
  • Q2. Threads,semaphores usage

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Basic questions on C

Interview Questionnaire 

3 Questions

  • Q1. Define software for embedded?
  • Ans. 

    Software designed to run on embedded systems with limited resources and specific functions.

    • Embedded software is tailored to the specific hardware it runs on.

    • It is often written in low-level languages like C or assembly.

    • It must be efficient and optimized for limited resources like memory and processing power.

    • Examples include firmware for a smart thermostat or a car's engine control unit.

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. For an embedded device what do you prefer? with OS or without OS?
  • Ans. 

    It depends on the requirements and constraints of the project.

    • If the project has limited resources, a bare-metal approach without an OS may be more appropriate.

    • If the project requires complex functionality and multitasking, an OS may be necessary.

    • An OS can provide better security and easier maintenance.

    • Examples of OS for embedded devices are FreeRTOS, uC/OS, and Linux.

    • Consider the cost and time-to-market implications o

  • Answered by AI
  • Q3. Explain 8051 registers assembly
  • Ans. 

    8051 registers are used for I/O operations and control of the microcontroller.

    • 8051 has 4 register banks, each with 8 registers

    • Registers are used for arithmetic, logical, and bit manipulation operations

    • Special function registers (SFRs) control the microcontroller's peripherals

    • Examples of SFRs include P0 for I/O operations and TMOD for timer control

  • Answered by AI

Interview Preparation Tips

Round: Test
Experience: Aptitude: Most common concepts but little difficult like
1.ratio
2 , logical on encoding words like Distortion is UWLRQHMWXS so what transsistor stands for?, .
3.profit loss%, if sold at 703,it is 25% less than profit at 836, so selling price at 20% profit is?
4. averages
5.geometry:
6. weights in jaggery making machine
7. matrix: find the missing no.; {{4 6 53}{3 ? 61 }{2 5 34}}

technical:
1 communication modes- simplex, duplex and half duplex
2. virtual memory depends on?
3. parameterized #define statements
4.if a array is filled with only 1 2 and 3s only, then the time complexity for best algo is?
5. queue is implemented using growing array, array is doubled at execding, worst case cost?

Round: Technical Interview
Experience: Q2: answered with os, so which os? linux or windows or mac? answered-linux, why linux? answered it! So what is the disadvantage with linux?

Skills: Embedded Systems, Operating Systems
College Name: PES Institute Of Technology, Bangalore West Campus, Bangalore
Funny Moments: Attended in careernet(bangalore) for screening, 4 or 5 selected of around 400.
interview at Texas Instruments bangalore.

Skills evaluated in this interview

NXP Semiconductors Interview FAQs

How many rounds are there in NXP Semiconductors Embedded Software Engineer interview?
NXP Semiconductors interview process usually has 1-2 rounds. The most common rounds in the NXP Semiconductors interview process are Technical and Coding Test.
How to prepare for NXP Semiconductors Embedded Software 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 NXP Semiconductors. The most common topics and skills that interviewers at NXP Semiconductors expect are Debugging, Linux, RTOS, Android and Embedded Software.
What are the top questions asked in NXP Semiconductors Embedded Software Engineer interview?

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