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Oracle Software Developer Interview Questions and Answers

Updated 13 Mar 2025

37 Interview questions

A Software Developer was asked 6mo ago
Q. Explain Linux system calls with an example.
Ans. 

Linux system calls are functions provided by the kernel for user-space programs to interact with the operating system.

  • System calls are used to request services from the kernel, such as creating processes, opening files, and networking.

  • Examples of system calls include open(), read(), write(), fork(), exec(), and socket().

  • System calls are invoked using a software interrupt or trap instruction, switching the CPU from...

A Software Developer was asked 7mo ago
Q. What is testing? Explain the different types of testing.
Ans. 

Testing is the process of evaluating a software application to identify defects or bugs.

  • Types of testing include unit testing, integration testing, system testing, acceptance testing, and regression testing.

  • Unit testing involves testing individual components or modules of the software.

  • Integration testing checks if different modules work together correctly.

  • System testing evaluates the entire system's functionality.

  • ...

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A Software Developer was asked 9mo ago
Q. The count-and-say sequence is a sequence of digit strings defined by the recursive formula: countAndSay(1) = "1" countAndSay(n) is the way you would "say" the digit string from countAndSay(n-1), which is th...
Ans. 

The 'Count and Say' problem generates a sequence of strings based on counting consecutive digits.

  • The sequence starts with '1'.

  • Each subsequent term is generated by describing the previous term.

  • For example, '1' becomes '11' (one 1), '11' becomes '21' (two 1s), and '21' becomes '1211' (one 2, then one 1).

  • The nth term can be generated iteratively or recursively.

A Software Developer was asked 9mo ago
Q. Given n pairs of parentheses, write a function to generate all combinations of well-formed parentheses.
Ans. 

Generate all valid combinations of parentheses for a given number n

  • Use backtracking to generate all possible combinations of opening and closing parentheses

  • Keep track of the number of opening and closing parentheses used

  • Add opening parentheses if there are remaining to be used, and add closing parentheses if it won't create an invalid combination

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A Software Developer was asked 9mo ago
Q. Given a string s, find the length of the longest substring without repeating characters.
Ans. 

Find the longest string in an array with no repeating characters.

  • Iterate through each string in the array

  • Use a set to keep track of characters seen so far

  • Update the longest string found without repeating characters

A Software Developer was asked 9mo ago
Q. Implement your own search functionality
Ans. 

Implement a custom search functionality using algorithms like binary search or linear search.

  • Understand the requirements for the search functionality

  • Choose an appropriate search algorithm based on the data size and type

  • Implement the chosen algorithm in the programming language of choice

  • Test the search functionality with different input data to ensure accuracy

A Software Developer was asked 10mo ago
Q. Write code to generate the Fibonacci sequence.
Ans. 

Fibonacci code generates a series of numbers where each number is the sum of the two preceding ones.

  • Start with two variables initialized to 0 and 1

  • Use a loop to calculate the next number by adding the previous two

  • Repeat the process until reaching the desired length or value

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A Software Developer was asked 12mo ago
Q. What is the difference between an iterator and a generator?
Ans. 

Iterator is a design pattern that allows sequential access to elements, while generator is a function that can pause and resume execution.

  • Iterator is an object that provides a way to access elements of a collection sequentially.

  • Generator is a function that can yield multiple values one at a time, allowing it to pause and resume execution.

  • Iterators are used in loops to iterate over collections like arrays, while ge...

A Software Developer was asked 12mo ago
Q. What are Decorators in Python?
Ans. 

Decorators in Python are functions that modify the behavior of other functions or methods.

  • Decorators are denoted by the @ symbol followed by the decorator name.

  • They allow you to add functionality to an existing function without modifying its code.

  • Common use cases include logging, authentication, and memoization.

  • Example: @staticmethod decorator in Python is used to define a method that is not bound to the class ins...

A Software Developer was asked
Q. Describe the design of a toll system.
Ans. 

Design a toll system for collecting fees from vehicles using RFID technology.

  • Implement RFID technology for automatic vehicle identification

  • Set up toll booths with RFID readers to detect vehicles

  • Calculate toll fees based on vehicle type, distance traveled, and time of day

  • Provide payment options such as prepaid accounts or credit card payments

Oracle Software Developer Interview Experiences

64 interviews found

Interview experience
4
Good
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
Less than 2 weeks
Result
No response

I applied via Company Website and was interviewed in Oct 2024. There were 3 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Coding Test 

It was a coding round interview along with interviewer via Virtual mode. I was given 2 coding questions on HackerRank for the interview:

1. one was an easy problem on counting minimum replacements.
2. "pat is an ordinary kid who works hard to be a great runner...." this was a challenging problem (which I managed to solve).
3. I was asked some basic Python questions, as the role was for a Python Developer.

Round 2 - Technical 

(5 Questions)

  • Q1. LLD for Parking Lot
  • Ans. 

    Design a parking lot system to manage parking spaces, vehicles, and payment processing.

    • Define core classes: ParkingLot, ParkingSpace, Vehicle, Ticket, and Payment.

    • ParkingLot manages multiple ParkingSpaces and keeps track of available spots.

    • ParkingSpace can be of different types: Compact, Regular, and Handicapped.

    • Vehicle class holds information like license plate, size, and type.

    • Ticket class generates a unique ID for ea...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. Which database are you going to use for Parking lot and Why ?
  • Ans. 

    I would use a relational database like MySQL for the Parking lot as it provides structured data storage and supports complex queries.

    • Relational databases like MySQL offer structured data storage for parking lot information

    • Supports complex queries for managing parking lot data efficiently

    • Ability to handle large amounts of data and transactions

    • Provides data integrity and security features

    • Can easily integrate with other s...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q3. Questions related to OOPs
  • Q4. Questions related to Multi Threading
  • Q5. Questions related to Projects
Round 3 - Managiral Round 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. I hate this since i was informed that this round was a technical.
  • Q2. Usual Mangerial questions, Project Related, etc

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Focus on Problem Solving, DSA, LLD Problems ofcourse the HR and Managerial round questions.

Software Developer Interview Questions & Answers

user image Swati Ambule

posted on 22 Nov 2024

Interview experience
1
Bad
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
Less than 2 weeks
Result
Not Selected
Round 1 - Technical 

(4 Questions)

  • Q1. What is java and explain oopes concept
  • Ans. 

    Java is a popular programming language used for developing various applications. OOPs (Object-Oriented Programming) is a programming paradigm based on the concept of objects.

    • Java is a class-based, object-oriented programming language.

    • OOPs concepts include encapsulation, inheritance, polymorphism, and abstraction.

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

    • Inheritance al...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. What is testing explain types
  • Ans. 

    Testing is the process of evaluating a software application to identify defects or bugs.

    • Types of testing include unit testing, integration testing, system testing, acceptance testing, and regression testing.

    • Unit testing involves testing individual components or modules of the software.

    • Integration testing checks if different modules work together correctly.

    • System testing evaluates the entire system's functionality.

    • Accep...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q3. What is exceptions handling
  • Q4. Locators in automation selenium
  • Ans. 

    Locators in automation selenium are used to identify web elements on a webpage for testing purposes.

    • Locators include ID, class name, name, tag name, link text, partial link text, and xpath.

    • ID is the most efficient locator as it is unique for each element.

    • Xpath is powerful but can be slow and brittle if not used correctly.

    • Using CSS selectors can also be a good alternative to xpath.

    • It is important to choose the right loc...

  • Answered by AI

Skills evaluated in this interview

Interview experience
4
Good
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
Less than 2 weeks
Result
No response

I applied via Campus Placement and was interviewed in Sep 2024. There were 4 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Coding Test 

1 coding questions and OS, CN and DBMS mcqs

Round 2 - One-on-one 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Oops questions were asked and code on paper
  • Q2. Project discussion and DSA questions
Round 3 - One-on-one 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Project discussion and DSA questions
  • Q2. SQL and database questions
Round 4 - HR 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Project discussion and DSA questions
  • Q2. Puzzle and normal hr questions
Interview experience
4
Good
Difficulty level
-
Process Duration
-
Result
-

I applied via Campus Placement

Round 1 - Coding Test 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. One coding question
Round 2 - One-on-one 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Reverse linked list

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - they consider students with 8+ cgpa
Interview experience
5
Excellent
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
Less than 2 weeks
Result
Not Selected

I applied via Campus Placement and was interviewed in Aug 2024. There was 1 interview round.

Round 1 - One-on-one 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Coding Question based on favorite Data Structure
  • Q2. Coding Question based on trees
Interview experience
4
Good
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
Less than 2 weeks
Result
Not Selected

I applied via Campus Placement and was interviewed in Aug 2024. There were 2 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Coding Test 

Mcqs+ 1 coding test. Solved all

Round 2 - Technical 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Longest string with no repeating character
  • Ans. 

    Find the longest string in an array with no repeating characters.

    • Iterate through each string in the array

    • Use a set to keep track of characters seen so far

    • Update the longest string found without repeating characters

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. Generate paranthesis
  • Ans. 

    Generate all valid combinations of parentheses for a given number n

    • Use backtracking to generate all possible combinations of opening and closing parentheses

    • Keep track of the number of opening and closing parentheses used

    • Add opening parentheses if there are remaining to be used, and add closing parentheses if it won't create an invalid combination

  • Answered by AI

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Study well

Skills evaluated in this interview

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

I applied via Campus Placement and was interviewed in Aug 2024. There were 2 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Coding Test 

2 coding question and 30 mcqs of cs fundamental and aptitude

Round 2 - Not clear 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Asked me to solve DSA question which is based on string problem name is count and say...
  • Ans. 

    The 'Count and Say' problem generates a sequence of strings based on counting consecutive digits.

    • The sequence starts with '1'.

    • Each subsequent term is generated by describing the previous term.

    • For example, '1' becomes '11' (one 1), '11' becomes '21' (two 1s), and '21' becomes '1211' (one 2, then one 1).

    • The nth term can be generated iteratively or recursively.

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. Given array contain duplicate elements need to remove duplicates and after deletion oreder of remaining element should remain same..
  • Ans. 

    Remove duplicates from array of strings while maintaining original order.

    • Iterate through the array and use a Set to keep track of unique elements.

    • Add elements to a new array only if they are not already in the Set.

  • Answered by AI

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Focus on DSA and Resume

Skills evaluated in this interview

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

I applied via Campus Placement and was interviewed in Jun 2024. There were 2 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Coding Test 

1 dsa question and 35 mcq question related ti apis,aptitude,cs core concepts

Round 2 - Technical 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Pallindrome question from leetcode
  • Q2. Graph question from leetcode

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - have a good hand on dsa more and just make sure you know your project in depth each function you implemented .you should also have knowledge about os,dbms,system design :)
Interview experience
5
Excellent
Difficulty level
Easy
Process Duration
Less than 2 weeks
Result
Selected Selected

I applied via Company Website and was interviewed in Jun 2024. There were 3 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Coding Test 

Coding is nothing but ask about the software language like python, java, etc.,

Round 2 - Technical 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Tell about something
  • Ans. 

    I will tell you about my experience working on a team project to develop a mobile app.

    • Collaborated with team members to brainstorm ideas and plan project milestones

    • Utilized programming languages such as Java and Swift to develop app features

    • Conducted testing and debugging to ensure app functionality and user experience

    • Received feedback from users and made necessary improvements to the app

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. How did you know the job
  • Ans. 

    I found the job through a job search website and applied online.

    • I was actively looking for software developer positions on job search websites.

    • I came across the job posting for this position and it matched my skills and experience.

    • I submitted my application online through the company's website.

    • I received a call for an interview after my application was reviewed.

  • Answered by AI
Round 3 - HR 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Why we are hiring you
  • Ans. 

    You are hiring me because of my strong technical skills, experience, and passion for software development.

    • Strong technical skills in programming languages such as Java, Python, and C++

    • Proven experience in developing and implementing software solutions

    • Passion for staying updated with the latest technologies and trends in the industry

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. Tell about your strength
  • Ans. 

    My strength lies in my problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and ability to work well in a team.

    • Strong problem-solving skills - I enjoy tackling complex issues and finding creative solutions.

    • Attention to detail - I am meticulous in my work, ensuring accuracy and quality.

    • Team player - I collaborate effectively with colleagues, contributing to a positive work environment.

    • Adaptability - I am able to quickly learn n...

  • Answered by AI

Software Developer Interview Questions & Answers

user image Sumanth Shankar

posted on 13 Mar 2025

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

I appeared for an interview in Feb 2025, where I was asked the following questions.

  • Q1. Insert Delete in O(1)
  • Ans. 

    Achieve O(1) insert and delete using a hash table and a doubly linked list for efficient data management.

    • Use a hash table to store key-value pairs for O(1) access.

    • Maintain a doubly linked list to keep track of the order of elements.

    • For insertion, add the new element to the head of the linked list and update the hash table.

    • For deletion, remove the element from the linked list and hash table simultaneously.

    • Example: Inser...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. Basic Calculator II

Oracle Interview FAQs

How many rounds are there in Oracle Software Developer interview?
Oracle interview process usually has 2-3 rounds. The most common rounds in the Oracle interview process are Technical, Coding Test and One-on-one Round.
How to prepare for Oracle Software Developer 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 Oracle. The most common topics and skills that interviewers at Oracle expect are Oracle, Java, Python, Debugging and Agile Coaching.
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The duration of Oracle Software Developer interview process can vary, but typically it takes about less than 2 weeks to complete.

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