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Updated 6 Mar 2025

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Interview Questions & Answers

user image Anonymous

posted on 12 Aug 2024

Interview experience
1
Bad
Difficulty level
Hard
Process Duration
Less than 2 weeks
Result
Not Selected

I applied via Job Portal and was interviewed in Jul 2024. There were 2 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Aptitude Test 

The typical assessment with 80 8, probability questions, cognitive ability test, and behavioral questions.

Round 2 - Technical 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Optiver Optinomicon

Interview Questions & Answers

user image Anonymous

posted on 6 Mar 2025

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

Sequences, zap n, beat the odds, zap q

Round 2 - HR 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. What makes you fit for trading
  • Ans. 

    My analytical skills, risk management experience, and passion for markets make me a strong fit for a trading role.

    • Strong analytical skills: I excel in data analysis and can quickly interpret market trends.

    • Risk management experience: I have developed strategies to minimize losses while maximizing gains, such as using stop-loss orders.

    • Passion for markets: I actively follow financial news and trends, which helps me make i...

  • Answered by AI
Interview experience
2
Poor
Difficulty level
Hard
Process Duration
Less than 2 weeks
Result
Not Selected

I applied via Company Website and was interviewed in Sep 2023. There were 3 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Resume Shortlist 
Pro Tip by AmbitionBox:
Don’t add your photo or details such as gender, age, and address in your resume. These details do not add any value.
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Round 2 - Coding Test 

Hackerrank questions which are not hard to complete, both are to implement functions of a class. LC medium level. After completing both questions still reject

Round 3 - did not pass 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Not applicable at this point

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Trading Interview Questions & Answers

user image Anonymous

posted on 25 Oct 2022

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 - Aptitude Test 

Aptitude test have questions on maths, logical reasoning.

Round 3 - Group Discussion 

One has to discuss on market in this round.

Interview Preparation Tips

Topics to prepare for Optiver Trading interview:
  • speed math
  • logical reasoning
Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Be good at speed math calculations and logical reasoning

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Trader Interview Questions & Answers

user image Shubham Lalwani

posted on 11 Aug 2015

Interview Questionnaire 

2 Questions

  • Q1. The card question : They go on for various rounds asking us to trade on expected values on a deck of cards
  • Q2. Stress Interview!

Interview Preparation Tips

Round: Test
Experience: It was a round which involved 80 questions such as  (3+17*5)/11 = ?Four Options were given (one answer correct)The extraordinary part of this test was that it involved negative marks for a wrong answer as well as a skipped answer. That means one has to sequentially answer questions!
Tips: Practise on tradertest.org.Even if you do 50 questions here, you will get through the optiver test.Learn to progress without rechecking :D
Duration: 8 minutes
Total Questions: 80

Round: Test
Experience: The cutoff was 24/26 correct patterns! It was damn competitive!
Tips: Just have a knack of solving patterns. They are available on tradertest.org.
Duration: 30 minutes
Total Questions: 26

Round: Test
Experience: This was a round wherein I seriously felt that I would not get through. I had got 2 definitely right, and other 3 almost 1/2 right. I guess the cutoff was 3/6. Questions involved probability and logic puzzles.
Tips: Just keep on practising logic puzzles. And also brush up on probability. Especially on expected values!
Duration: 120 minutes
Total Questions: 6

Round: Technical Interview
Experience: It was fun! I had practised a few mock interviews and this went like a breeze.
Tips: Do get a good enough feel of trading and try practising trading on a deck of cards.

Round: HR Interview
Experience: This was an ultimate stress interview. A lot of questions were two-faced : having us to choose between two correct answers. They look at the way a trader would answer the questions.
Tips: Shout out loudly! Yeah, sometimes they check your voice strength. And relax. They will get to your inner predicament eventually. Also, practise the basic HR questions : Why optiver? What are qualities of trader? What does Optiver trade? Some strengths and weaknesses, etc. etc.

General Tips: Just take it easy. You would do best if you are cool :)
Skill Tips: I googled for logic puzzles and prepared almost all I could get my hands on.
Skills: Speed, Memory, Logic
College Name: IIT BOMBAY
Motivation: I simply loved the grace of the company! And took to liking trading imensely. Also, I felt that I had the skillset in me to become a good trader.
Funny Moments: I forgot what optiver trades. It was a LOL moment indeed!

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I applied via Referral

Interview Preparation Tips

Round: Technical Interview
Experience: details of the initial interview process?
• Group discussions
• Case study Analysis , presentations etc
• Assessment centre
• Management games etc
• Panel / one on one interview – First round was primarily a personal interview
with their CEO and the HR head. Interview centered around my resume, my
background and other personal questions.
• Telecon interviews – Final round was a telecom with most of the technical
team (about 5 of them) – which was primarily technical and about projects I
did.
• Video conferencing etc
Tips: On resume – brushing up on projects I have done; making sure past mistakes
are not repeated; and identifying primary focus areas where I can sell myself
better; in fact I modified the order of my projects in my resume a little bit to
put the equities project I have done at the very top.
• Communication skills
• Mock interview practice – 1-2 mock interviews; I had done enough already
for prior interviews
• Collecting information of company / role – researched company website; read
DSP’s market outlook report; and found out what types of funds they have.
• Technical / subject / functional preparations – read quite a bit on Portfolio
Management (from a book in lib – don’t remember the author’s name);
reviewed O&F fundaas and IA fundaas..
• PPT’s stage

College Name: Indian School Of Business (ISB)

Interview Questionnaire 

1 Question

  • Q1. You might go for higher studies then why a job?

Interview Preparation Tips

Round: Write up
Experience: Didn’t have test. We were shortlisted

initially by submitting a write up.



It included questions like -1) What is it

that is attractive about the job?



2) Why are you correct for this job?

Round: Technical Interview
Experience: There were 2 rounds of technical interview. Tech – Probability, taylor series.

Probability difficulty level was very varied(easy to hard)

Round: HR Interview
Experience: Asked about my background.



Did you appear for exams like GRE, GMAT?

College Name: IIT MADRAS

Interview Questionnaire 

29 Questions

  • Q1. Did u have lunch?
  • Ans. 

    Yes, I had a delicious sandwich and some fruit for lunch.

    • I had a sandwich and fruit for lunch

    • It was delicious

    • I ate around noon

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. Tell me about yourself
  • Ans. 

    I am a highly motivated individual with a passion for problem-solving and continuous learning.

    • I have a degree in Computer Science and have worked as a software developer for 3 years.

    • I am proficient in multiple programming languages including Java, Python, and C++.

    • I have experience working in both Agile and Waterfall methodologies.

    • I am a team player and enjoy collaborating with others to achieve common goals.

    • In my free ...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q3. What is inner join, outer join, left outer join?
  • Ans. 

    Inner join, outer join, and left outer join are types of SQL joins used to combine data from multiple tables.

    • Inner join returns only the matching rows from both tables

    • Outer join returns all rows from both tables, with null values for non-matching rows

    • Left outer join returns all rows from the left table and matching rows from the right table

    • Joins are used to combine data from multiple tables based on a common column

    • Exam...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q4. She gave me a question and asked me to write down SQL queries
  • Q5. Asked me a puzzle, how would you reduce the number of iterations (make it more effective)
  • Q6. Tell me about your projects. Explain one in detail
  • Ans. 

    Developed a web-based project management tool for a software company

    • Used Agile methodology to develop the tool

    • Implemented features such as task assignment, progress tracking, and team collaboration

    • Designed a user-friendly interface with responsive design

    • Integrated with third-party tools such as JIRA and Slack

    • Received positive feedback from the client and increased team productivity

  • Answered by AI
  • Q7. Asked me to write down a java code (pattern matching)
  • Q8. What was the last topic you studied (apart exam syllabus)
  • Ans. 

    I recently studied the impact of social media on mental health.

    • Explored the correlation between social media usage and depression/anxiety

    • Researched the effects of cyberbullying on mental health

    • Analyzed the role of social media in promoting positive mental health

    • Reviewed studies on the impact of social media on self-esteem and body image

  • Answered by AI
  • Q9. How was your day?
  • Ans. 

    It was a busy day filled with meetings and deadlines.

    • Had multiple meetings with clients and team members

    • Worked on completing a project before the deadline

    • Managed to finish all tasks on time

  • Answered by AI
  • Q10. Were the interviewers nice? Why do you feel so?
  • Ans. 

    Yes, the interviewers were very nice and welcoming.

    • The interviewers greeted me warmly and made me feel comfortable.

    • They asked questions in a friendly and conversational manner.

    • They were attentive and engaged throughout the interview.

    • Overall, I had a positive experience with the interviewers.

  • Answered by AI
  • Q11. Are you ready for 5-6 more interviews?
  • Ans. 

    Yes, I am prepared for 5-6 more interviews.

    • I have already gone through multiple interviews and have gained experience.

    • I have researched the company and the position thoroughly.

    • I have prepared answers to common interview questions.

    • I am mentally and physically ready for the interviews.

    • I am excited for the opportunity to showcase my skills and qualifications.

  • Answered by AI
  • Q12. What did you like about our PPT?
  • Ans. 

    I appreciated the clear and concise presentation of information.

    • The use of visuals helped to illustrate key points effectively.

    • The organization of the slides made it easy to follow along.

    • The inclusion of data and statistics added credibility to the presentation.

    • The overall design was professional and visually appealing.

  • Answered by AI
  • Q13. Tell me about your achievements
  • Ans. 

    I have achieved several milestones in my career, including increasing sales revenue by 20% and leading a successful project team.

    • Increased sales revenue by 20% through effective marketing strategies

    • Led a successful project team that delivered a new product on time and within budget

    • Received Employee of the Year award for outstanding performance and dedication

    • Developed and implemented a new customer service program that ...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q14. Your scores are low in first year. Why so?
  • Ans. 

    I struggled to adjust to the new academic environment and workload in my first year.

    • Transitioning from high school to college can be challenging

    • I had to learn new study habits and time management skills

    • I sought help from tutors and professors to improve my grades

  • Answered by AI
  • Q15. Tell me about your weakness. Name at least 3 of them
  • Ans. 

    I tend to overthink, struggle with time management, and can be too self-critical.

    • Overthinking can lead to analysis paralysis and slow decision-making

    • Time management can be improved through prioritization and delegation

    • Self-criticism can hinder confidence and productivity

  • Answered by AI
  • Q16. Asked me about political issues prevailing in Iraq
  • Q17. Do you have any other offer?
  • Q18. Which was the last company you got rejected? What do you think is the reason?
  • Ans. 

    I don't have the available data.

    • Answered by AI
    • Q19. Why Nomura?
    • Ans. 

      Nomura is a leading global financial services firm with a strong reputation and diverse range of opportunities.

      • Nomura has a strong reputation in the financial services industry

      • Nomura offers a diverse range of opportunities for career growth

      • Nomura has a global presence with offices in over 30 countries

      • Nomura values diversity and inclusion in its workforce

      • Nomura has a strong commitment to corporate social responsibility

    • Answered by AI
    • Q20. Why not MS/MBA? (It was a very long discussion)
    • Q21. Any questions
    • Q22. Rate yourself on scale of 10 in Java and database
    • Ans. 

      I would rate myself 8 in Java and 7 in database.

      • I have extensive experience in Java programming and have worked on multiple projects using it.

      • I am proficient in database management and have worked with various database systems like MySQL and Oracle.

      • I am constantly learning and improving my skills in both Java and database management.

      • I have also completed relevant courses and certifications to enhance my knowledge in th

    • Answered by AI
    • Q23. Gave me a question and asked me to write queries (union, intersection, joins, ordering)
    • Q24. Asked me to write a code in java (Data Structures) , Make it more efficient
    • Q25. What is SDLC? Explain all phases in detail
    • Ans. 

      SDLC stands for Software Development Life Cycle. It is a process followed by software development teams to design, develop and test high-quality software.

      • The phases of SDLC are Planning, Analysis, Design, Development, Testing, Deployment, and Maintenance.

      • Planning involves defining the project scope, goals, and objectives.

      • Analysis involves gathering and analyzing requirements.

      • Design involves creating a detailed design o...

    • Answered by AI
    • Q26. Which of the two phases would you like to work? Why so?
    • Ans. 

      I would like to work in the second phase as it involves implementation and execution of plans.

      • I prefer to work in the second phase as it is more action-oriented and involves putting plans into action.

      • The second phase is where the actual work happens and I enjoy being a part of the execution process.

      • Working in the second phase allows me to see the results of my efforts and make necessary adjustments.

      • For example, if I am...

    • Answered by AI
    • Q27. Tell me your strengths
    • Ans. 

      I am a quick learner with excellent problem-solving skills and a strong work ethic.

      • Quick learner

      • Excellent problem-solving skills

      • Strong work ethic

    • Answered by AI
    • Q28. Which is the first month in a year? (Do ask whether he is talking about a financial year)
    • Q29. Asked me to solve a puzzle

    Interview Preparation Tips

    Round: Test
    Experience: divide your time well for each section in aptitude test. Practice well and avoid solving long passages in the beginning. Make logical guesses for the remaining questions. No negative marking.

    Round: Technical Interview
    Experience: He gave me managerial situations for testing my sense of ethics and responsibility. (Stick  to your answer)

    College Name: IIT MADRAS

    Skills evaluated in this interview

    Interview Questionnaire 

    15 Questions

    • Q1. Tell me something about yourself?
    • Ans. 

      I am a highly motivated individual with a passion for problem-solving and a strong work ethic.

      • I have a degree in computer science and have worked as a software engineer for 3 years.

      • I enjoy learning new technologies and am always looking for ways to improve my skills.

      • In my free time, I like to read books on personal development and practice yoga.

      • I am a team player and enjoy collaborating with others to achieve common go

    • Answered by AI
    • Q2. 2. What programming language are you good at?
    • Ans. 

      I am proficient in Python and Java.

      • I have experience in developing web applications using Django framework in Python.

      • I have also worked on Java projects using Spring framework.

      • I am familiar with object-oriented programming concepts and data structures.

      • I have worked on projects involving database management using SQL.

      • I am constantly learning and improving my skills in these languages.

    • Answered by AI
    • Q3. The interviewer worked with data structures (DS), so was not much interested in my previous answer and directly came to it asking- do you know data structures?
    • Q4. What DS have you known and which one you personally like?
    • Ans. 

      I have knowledge of various DS, but I personally like Decision Trees.

      • I have worked with Linear Regression, Logistic Regression, Random Forest, and Decision Trees.

      • Decision Trees are easy to interpret and visualize.

      • They can handle both categorical and numerical data.

      • They can be used for both classification and regression problems.

      • An example of using Decision Trees is in predicting customer churn for a telecom company.

    • Answered by AI
    • Q5. What do you know about hashing, hash table, hashing key?
    • Ans. 

      Hashing is a technique to convert data of arbitrary size to a fixed size. Hash table is a data structure that uses hashing to store data.

      • Hashing is used to index and retrieve items in a database because it is faster than other methods.

      • Hash table is a data structure that uses a hash function to map keys to array indices.

      • Hashing key is the input to the hash function that produces a hash value.

      • Hashing is used in password ...

    • Answered by AI
    • Q6. He gave a question which made use of linked list and hash table
    • Q7. Do you have any questions for me?
    • Q8. How was your day and your previous interviews?
    • Ans. 

      My day was good. Previous interviews were challenging but I learned a lot.

      • Had a productive day at work

      • Interviewed with two companies last week

      • One interview was technical and the other was behavioral

      • Received positive feedback from both companies

    • Answered by AI
    • Q9. What was asked in your previous interviews?
    • Q10. So I was again asked about data structures. But this time I was asked about queues and stacks
    • Q11. What do mean by stacks and queues?
    • Ans. 

      Stacks and queues are data structures used to store and manipulate collections of elements.

      • Stacks follow the Last-In-First-Out (LIFO) principle, where the last element added is the first one to be removed.

      • Queues follow the First-In-First-Out (FIFO) principle, where the first element added is the first one to be removed.

      • Examples of stacks include the call stack in programming and the undo/redo feature in text editors.

      • Ex...

    • Answered by AI
    • Q12. Can you implement queues using stacks?
    • Ans. 

      Yes, we can implement queues using two stacks.

      • We can use two stacks, one for enqueue operation and another for dequeue operation.

      • To enqueue an element, push it onto the first stack.

      • To dequeue an element, pop all elements from the first stack and push them onto the second stack, then pop the top element from the second stack.

      • This ensures that the first element that was enqueued is the first one to be dequeued.

      • Time compl...

    • Answered by AI
    • Q13. Can you implement circular queues using stacks?
    • Ans. 

      Yes, we can implement circular queues using two stacks.

      • We can use two stacks to implement a circular queue.

      • One stack will be used for enqueue operation and the other for dequeue operation.

      • When the enqueue stack is full, we can transfer all elements to the dequeue stack and vice versa.

      • This way, we can maintain the circular nature of the queue.

      • Example: https://www.geeksforgeeks.org/queue-using-stacks/

    • Answered by AI
    • Q14. Tell me something about heap sort
    • Ans. 

      Heap sort is a comparison-based sorting algorithm that uses a binary heap data structure.

      • It divides the input into a sorted and an unsorted region.

      • It repeatedly extracts the maximum element from the unsorted region and inserts it into the sorted region.

      • It has a worst-case time complexity of O(n log n).

    • Answered by AI
    • Q15. Do you know any other sorting algorithm? 9. Do you have questions for me?
    • Ans. 

      Yes, I know other sorting algorithms.

      • Examples: Merge Sort, Quick Sort, Heap Sort, Bubble Sort, Insertion Sort, Selection Sort

      • Each algorithm has its own advantages and disadvantages.

      • The choice of algorithm depends on the size of the data set and the desired time complexity.

    • Answered by AI

    Interview Preparation Tips

    Round: Test
    Experience: There was no negative marking but I am not sure whether wrong answers were counted for elimination (though I feel they were not). The level of test was moderate
    Duration: 60 minutes minutes
    Total Questions: 60

    Round: Technical Interview
    Experience: There were 3 different panels (nos. might change). Allocation was done the basis of your performance in the test. I was ranked 3rd so I got a panel where I was first to enter. This gives you a lot of advantage if you absorb it effectively. The interview lasted for more than 1 hr 15 min. .

    Round: HR Interview
    Experience: The interview was about my interest, family background, likes, dislikes, higher education. He had all my answers written on back side of my resume.
    Tips: Be firm and honest. Don’t try to match your answers with theirs. If you have higher education in plan have an alternative answer. Know you strengths. Know you weaknesses and what are you doing to overcome them. Know where you would see yourself 5 years down the line.

    Round: HR Interview
    Experience: It was already 5 pm when I was called in for the interview and I was very exhausted. This was again a test of my programming skills. The atmosphere was not tensed at all as the interviewer was pretty relaxed and comforting

    College Name: IIT MADRAS

    Skills evaluated in this interview

    Interview Preparation Tips

    Round: Interview
    Experience: Tested how much I was interested into this profile.

    Round: Interview
    Experience: They tested how good was I in applying what I know.

    Round: Interview
    Experience: They tested my logic.

    Round: Interview
    Experience: Tested my subject knowledge.

    Round: interview
    Experience: They tried to know about me.

    General Tips: I choose my minors in economics, took electives in management, did an non-core intern and checked that I am thorough with courses. I didn't prepare for core, I was just being thorough with my resume.
    Skills: Logic, Handling stress.
    College Name: IIT MADRAS

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