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PayPal Software Developer Interview Questions and Answers

Updated 15 Apr 2025

29 Interview questions

A Software Developer was asked 7mo ago
Q. Given a list and a series of queries, how would you efficiently sort the list after each query?
Ans. 

Efficiently sort a list after multiple queries using optimal algorithms and data structures.

  • Use a sorting algorithm like QuickSort or MergeSort for initial sorting.

  • For multiple queries, consider using a data structure like a balanced BST or a Segment Tree.

  • Example: If you have a list of numbers and need to sort them after each insertion, a balanced BST can maintain order efficiently.

  • For static lists with many queri...

A Software Developer was asked
Q. Given an array of numbers, find a subset of numbers that sum to zero.
Ans. 

Find subset of numbers in array that sum up to zero.

  • Use a nested loop to iterate through all possible subsets.

  • Calculate the sum of each subset and check if it equals zero.

  • Store the subset if the sum is zero.

  • Optimize the solution by using a hash set to store the cumulative sum of elements.

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A Software Developer was asked
Q. Explain how BFS works.
Ans. 

BFS (Breadth-First Search) is a graph traversal algorithm that explores all the vertices of a graph in breadth-first order.

  • BFS starts at a given vertex and explores all its neighbors before moving to the next level of vertices.

  • It uses a queue data structure to keep track of the vertices to be visited.

  • BFS guarantees that it visits all the vertices of a connected graph.

  • It can be used to find the shortest path betwee...

A Software Developer was asked
Q. Explain the concepts of Object Oriented Programming.
Ans. 

Object Oriented Programming is a programming paradigm that uses objects to represent real-world entities.

  • Encapsulation: bundling data and methods that operate on that data within one unit

  • Inheritance: creating new classes from existing ones, inheriting their properties and methods

  • Polymorphism: ability of objects to take on multiple forms or behaviors

  • Abstraction: hiding complex implementation details and providing a...

A Software Developer was asked
Q. Give examples of abstraction and polymorphism.
Ans. 

Abstraction is hiding implementation details while polymorphism is using a single interface for multiple types.

  • Abstraction: Encapsulation, Interfaces, Abstract classes

  • Polymorphism: Method Overloading, Method Overriding, Interfaces

  • Abstraction Example: Car - we don't need to know how the engine works to drive it

  • Polymorphism Example: Animal - different animals have different sounds but they all have a 'makeSound' met...

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A Software Developer was asked
Q. What does PayPal do?
Ans. 

PayPal is an online payment system that allows individuals and businesses to transfer funds electronically.

  • Allows users to make payments and money transfers online

  • Offers a secure and convenient way to pay for goods and services

  • Provides a platform for businesses to accept payments online

  • Offers buyer and seller protection for eligible transactions

  • Can be used to send and receive money internationally

A Software Developer was asked
Q. Explain a simple machine learning application using thresholding.
Ans. 

Thresholding is a technique in machine learning used to classify data based on a defined cutoff value.

  • Thresholding converts continuous data into discrete classes.

  • Example: In image processing, pixels above a certain intensity are classified as 'foreground'.

  • In binary classification, a threshold can determine if an output is 'positive' or 'negative'.

  • Choosing the right threshold is crucial for model performance; it ca...

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A Software Developer was asked
Q. Design classes for a simple system.
Ans. 

Design classes for a simple library management system with books and users.

  • Class Book: Attributes include title, author, ISBN, and availability status.

  • Class User: Attributes include name, user ID, and a list of borrowed books.

  • Class Library: Methods to add/remove books, register users, and manage book loans.

  • Example: Book class could have a method to check availability before loaning.

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A Software Developer was asked
Q. 

Find All Pairs Adding Up to Target

Given an array of integers ARR of length N and an integer Target, your task is to return all pairs of elements such that they add up to the Target.

Input:

The first line c...
Ans. 

Given an array of integers and a target, find all pairs of elements that add up to the target.

  • Iterate through the array and for each element, check if the target minus the element exists in a hash set.

  • If it exists, add the pair to the result. If not, add the element to the hash set.

  • Handle cases where the same element is used twice in a pair.

  • Return (-1, -1) if no pair is found.

A Software Developer was asked
Q. 

Maximum Path Sum in a Matrix

Given an N*M matrix filled with integer numbers, determine the maximum sum that can be obtained from a path starting from any cell in the first row to any cell in the last row.

...
Ans. 

Find the maximum sum that can be obtained from a path in a matrix from the first row to the last row.

  • Use dynamic programming to keep track of the maximum sum at each cell in the matrix.

  • Start from the second row and update each cell with the maximum sum from the cell above and diagonally above left or right.

  • The maximum sum at the last row will be the answer for each test case.

PayPal Software Developer Interview Experiences

9 interviews found

Interview experience
4
Good
Difficulty level
Easy
Process Duration
Less than 2 weeks
Result
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I appeared for an interview in Mar 2025, where I was asked the following questions.

  • Q1. They asked about core Java, Spring Boot annotations, SQL joins, and a problem about finding the second largest number—they wanted the time and space complexity too.
  • Q2. Springboot annotations.
Interview experience
4
Good
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
2-4 weeks
Result
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I applied via Walk-in and was interviewed in May 2024. There was 1 interview round.

Round 1 - Technical 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Sort the list, after many queries
  • Ans. 

    Efficiently sort a list after multiple queries using optimal algorithms and data structures.

    • Use a sorting algorithm like QuickSort or MergeSort for initial sorting.

    • For multiple queries, consider using a data structure like a balanced BST or a Segment Tree.

    • Example: If you have a list of numbers and need to sort them after each insertion, a balanced BST can maintain order efficiently.

    • For static lists with many queries, p...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. LRU cache with multi level caching
  • Ans. 

    LRU cache with multi level caching involves implementing a cache with multiple levels of storage, where the least recently used items are evicted first.

    • Implement a two-level cache system with a primary cache (e.g. in-memory) and a secondary cache (e.g. disk-based).

    • Use a data structure like a doubly linked list and a hash map to efficiently manage the cache and track the least recently used items.

    • When an item is accesse...

  • Answered by AI

Skills evaluated in this interview

I appeared for an interview before May 2021.

Round 1 - Coding Test 

(1 Question)

Round duration - 60 minutes
Round difficulty - Hard

It was on hackerearth platform and duration was 60 mins.

  • Q1. 

    Maximum Path Sum in a Matrix

    Given an N*M matrix filled with integer numbers, determine the maximum sum that can be obtained from a path starting from any cell in the first row to any cell in the last row...

  • Ans. 

    Find the maximum sum that can be obtained from a path in a matrix from the first row to the last row.

    • Use dynamic programming to keep track of the maximum sum at each cell in the matrix.

    • Start from the second row and update each cell with the maximum sum from the cell above and diagonally above left or right.

    • The maximum sum at the last row will be the answer for each test case.

  • Answered by AI
Round 2 - Video Call 

(1 Question)

Round duration - 60 minutes
Round difficulty - Easy

Only problem solving was asked simple DSA based questions

  • Q1. 

    Valid Parentheses Problem Statement

    Given a string 'STR' consisting solely of the characters “{”, “}”, “(”, “)”, “[” and “]”, determine if the parentheses are balanced.

    Input:

    The first line contains an...
  • Ans. 

    Check if given strings with parentheses are balanced or not.

    • Use a stack to keep track of opening parentheses

    • Iterate through the string and push opening parentheses onto the stack

    • When a closing parenthesis is encountered, pop from the stack and check if it matches the closing parenthesis

    • If stack is empty at the end and all parentheses are matched, the string is balanced

  • Answered by AI
Round 3 - Video Call 

(1 Question)

Round duration - 60 mins
Round difficulty - Easy

Problem solving and DSA

  • Q1. 

    Find All Pairs Adding Up to Target

    Given an array of integers ARR of length N and an integer Target, your task is to return all pairs of elements such that they add up to the Target.

    Input:

    The first line ...
  • Ans. 

    Given an array of integers and a target, find all pairs of elements that add up to the target.

    • Iterate through the array and for each element, check if the target minus the element exists in a hash set.

    • If it exists, add the pair to the result. If not, add the element to the hash set.

    • Handle cases where the same element is used twice in a pair.

    • Return (-1, -1) if no pair is found.

  • Answered by AI
Round 4 - Video Call 

Round duration - 30 minutes
Round difficulty - Easy

This was hiring manager round and it was mostly behavioural round

Interview Preparation Tips

Professional and academic backgroundI applied for the job as SDE - 1 in BangaloreEligibility criteriaAbove 7 CGPAPaypal interview preparation:Topics to prepare for the interview - DSA, HLD, LLD, DBMS, COMPUTER NETWORKS, OSTime required to prepare for the interview - 6 monthsInterview preparation tips for other job seekers

Tip 1 : DSA/Problem Solving is a must
Tip 2 : Be comfortable with atleast one language with the proper syntax
Tip 3 : Give mock interviews for practice

Application resume tips for other job seekers

Tip 1 : Mention your achievements like Google Kickstart or ratings in different coding platforms
Tip 2 : Mention good projects

Final outcome of the interviewSelected

Skills evaluated in this interview

Software Developer Interview Questions & Answers

user image RAJIVTEJA NAGIPOGU

posted on 3 Dec 2016

I applied via Campus Placement and was interviewed in Dec 2016. There were 3 interview rounds.

Interview Questionnaire 

6 Questions

  • Q1. Given an array of numbers find the subset of numbers that give zero sum.
  • Ans. 

    Find subset of numbers in array that sum up to zero.

    • Use a nested loop to iterate through all possible subsets.

    • Calculate the sum of each subset and check if it equals zero.

    • Store the subset if the sum is zero.

    • Optimize the solution by using a hash set to store the cumulative sum of elements.

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. Explain how bfs works?
  • Ans. 

    BFS (Breadth-First Search) is a graph traversal algorithm that explores all the vertices of a graph in breadth-first order.

    • BFS starts at a given vertex and explores all its neighbors before moving to the next level of vertices.

    • It uses a queue data structure to keep track of the vertices to be visited.

    • BFS guarantees that it visits all the vertices of a connected graph.

    • It can be used to find the shortest path between two...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q3. Discussion on the projects I have done.
  • Q4. Question on Linked List.
  • Q5. Project Discussion
  • Q6. Strengths and weaknesses. Where do you see yourself in 5 years?
  • Ans. 

    In 5 years, I see myself as a highly skilled software developer, leading a team and contributing to innovative projects.

    • Continuously improving my technical skills through learning and hands-on experience

    • Taking on leadership roles and mentoring junior developers

    • Contributing to the development of cutting-edge software solutions

    • Building strong relationships with clients and stakeholders

    • Staying updated with the latest indu...

  • Answered by AI

Interview Preparation Tips

Round: Technical Interview
Experience: 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.

Round: Technical + HR Interview
Experience: 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.

College Name: IIT Madras

Skills evaluated in this interview

Software Developer Interview Questions & Answers

user image Róhit Saini

posted on 28 Sep 2015

I applied via Campus Placement

Interview Preparation Tips

Round: Test
Experience: Aptitude questions were logical, not tough. For coding, one question, not basic but very logical.
Tips: for coding part try practicing on hackerrank.
Duration: 45+30 minutes
Total Questions: 20+1

Round: Technical Interview
Experience: Interviewer asked all about Linked list and Data structures and algorithm.
Tips: Atleast try learning some basic concepts of linked list, stacks, queues and binary tree.

General Tips: Interview was fair, without any partiality for girls/boys or B.Tech/Dual.
Skill Tips: Be confident and reply frankly. Never let them know that you are nervous.
Skills: Confidence
Duration: 2.5
College Name: IIT Madras
Funny Moments: "Lets go for a walk". HR interviewer will take you for a round to ask you HR questions.

Please prepare for two questions "Tell me something about you" and "Why PayPal, why not any other company".

Software Developer Interview Questions & Answers

user image Aditya V Kamath

posted on 6 Apr 2015

Interview Questionnaire 

9 Questions

  • Q1. Explain the concepts of Object Oriented Programming
  • Ans. 

    Object Oriented Programming is a programming paradigm that uses objects to represent real-world entities.

    • Encapsulation: bundling data and methods that operate on that data within one unit

    • Inheritance: creating new classes from existing ones, inheriting their properties and methods

    • Polymorphism: ability of objects to take on multiple forms or behaviors

    • Abstraction: hiding complex implementation details and providing a simp...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. Give examples of abstraction and polymorphism
  • Ans. 

    Abstraction is hiding implementation details while polymorphism is using a single interface for multiple types.

    • Abstraction: Encapsulation, Interfaces, Abstract classes

    • Polymorphism: Method Overloading, Method Overriding, Interfaces

    • Abstraction Example: Car - we don't need to know how the engine works to drive it

    • Polymorphism Example: Animal - different animals have different sounds but they all have a 'makeSound' method

  • Answered by AI
  • Q3. A simple design question to design classes
  • Ans. 

    Design classes for a simple library management system with books and users.

    • Class Book: Attributes include title, author, ISBN, and availability status.

    • Class User: Attributes include name, user ID, and a list of borrowed books.

    • Class Library: Methods to add/remove books, register users, and manage book loans.

    • Example: Book class could have a method to check availability before loaning.

  • Answered by AI
  • Q4. What does PayPal do?
  • Ans. 

    PayPal is an online payment system that allows individuals and businesses to transfer funds electronically.

    • Allows users to make payments and money transfers online

    • Offers a secure and convenient way to pay for goods and services

    • Provides a platform for businesses to accept payments online

    • Offers buyer and seller protection for eligible transactions

    • Can be used to send and receive money internationally

  • Answered by AI
  • Q5. A simple Machine learning question to use thresholding
  • Ans. 

    Thresholding is a technique in machine learning used to classify data based on a defined cutoff value.

    • Thresholding converts continuous data into discrete classes.

    • Example: In image processing, pixels above a certain intensity are classified as 'foreground'.

    • In binary classification, a threshold can determine if an output is 'positive' or 'negative'.

    • Choosing the right threshold is crucial for model performance; it can aff...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q6. Questions about Software Defined Networking and my project in that field
  • Q7. Questions about my internships at a startup and USC
  • Q8. Am I considering going for masters
  • Q9. What makes you want to join PayPal?
  • Ans. 

    I am excited to join PayPal because of its innovative culture and impact on the global economy.

    • PayPal's commitment to innovation aligns with my passion for staying up-to-date with the latest technologies.

    • I am impressed by PayPal's global reach and impact on the economy, and I want to be a part of that.

    • I appreciate PayPal's focus on diversity and inclusion, and I believe in the importance of working for a company with s...

  • Answered by AI

Interview Preparation Tips

Round: Test
Experience: The aptitude test consisted of about 20 questions and had just 20 minutes. The questions were tough and you need speed to solve them. People preparing for CAT and other such exams should be able to perform better. The max score among my batch was 7 or 8.
The coding question was paper based and you had to write C code for a simple question on paper, but design was also taken into account for evaluating the code.
Tips: Both get disheartened if you don't do well in the aptitude.
Duration: 60 minutes
Total Questions: 21

Round: Technical Interview
Experience: The interview was more like a discussion rather than a question answer round. The discussion always went quite off the topic and the interviewer went on to ask other concepts of OS and networks etc.
Tips: Be thorough with the core concepts in subjects like OS and networks

Round: Technical Interview
Experience: This interview was a little more of marketing PayPal to me than an interview. He however slipped in the questions given above. The machine learning question was a little too obvious to apply thresholding and I wasted time trying to get better algorithms when he expected only thresholding.
Tips: Do not tell you are the topper if you are, because I did and he clearly said they don't hire toppers!

Round: HR Interview
Experience: This interview was more to get the truth out of me. I have a very research oriented profile and that was evident from my resume. The interview was to find out whether I would really join their company if offered.
Tips: If you have a high CG and research experience but still want to go for a job, make sure you tune your resume to prune out the research and only market the side which the company looks for, otherwise the company will reject you.

Skills: Computer Science Concepts, OS, Networks, OOP, Machine Learning
College Name: IIT HYDERABAD
Motivation: Just as a backup since I was indeed planning for a masters program. Highest paying package among the companies at that time.

I appeared for an interview 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 appeared for an interview 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

I appeared for an interview 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.

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Software Developer Interview Questions & Answers

Visa user image Pranav Bhat Thirthahalli

posted on 3 Dec 2015

Interview Questionnaire 

14 Questions

  • Q1. What is race condition and how can it be eliminated
  • Ans. 

    Race condition is a situation where multiple threads/processes access and manipulate shared data simultaneously.

    • It can be eliminated by using synchronization techniques like locks, semaphores, and mutexes.

    • Another way is to use atomic operations that ensure the data is accessed and modified atomically.

    • Using thread-safe data structures can also prevent race conditions.

    • Example: Two threads trying to increment a shared var...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. What is JCube?
  • Ans. 

    JCube is a Java library for creating and manipulating Rubik's Cube puzzles.

    • JCube provides classes for representing Rubik's Cube puzzles and algorithms for solving them.

    • It supports various cube sizes and can generate random scrambles.

    • JCube can be used in Java applications or as a standalone command-line tool.

    • It is open source and available on GitHub.

  • Answered by AI
  • Q3. What is regression testing?
  • Ans. 

    Regression testing is the process of testing changes made to a software application to ensure that existing functionality still works.

    • It is performed after making changes to the software

    • It ensures that existing functionality is not affected by the changes

    • It helps to catch any defects or bugs that may have been introduced

    • It can be automated using testing tools

    • Examples include retesting after bug fixes, testing after new...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q4. Discussion on different sorting techniques
  • Q5. Discussion on SQL and SQL optimisaion
  • Q6. Software engineering principles
  • Ans. 

    Software engineering principles are the best practices and guidelines for developing high-quality software.

    • Software should be designed with modularity and scalability in mind.

    • Code should be well-documented and easy to read.

    • Testing and debugging should be an integral part of the development process.

    • Version control should be used to manage code changes.

    • Security and privacy should be considered throughout the development ...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q7. Java and OOP's question
  • Q8. Define Singleton class
  • Ans. 

    A Singleton class is a class that can only have one instance at a time.

    • It restricts the instantiation of a class to a single object.

    • It provides a global point of access to that instance.

    • It is often used in situations where a single object is required to coordinate actions across a system.

    • Example: Database connection manager, Configuration manager, Logger manager.

  • Answered by AI
  • Q9. Explain Testing principles and Design principles
  • Ans. 

    Testing principles ensure software quality, while design principles guide software development.

    • Testing principles include unit testing, integration testing, and acceptance testing.

    • Design principles include SOLID, DRY, and KISS.

    • Testing principles ensure that software meets requirements and is free of defects.

    • Design principles guide software development to be modular, maintainable, and scalable.

  • Answered by AI
  • Q10. Types of machine learning and methods and examples, they may give you a situation and ask you which technique is good and why
  • Q11. Why choose you for VISA?
  • Ans. 

    I have the necessary skills, experience, and passion to contribute to VISA's success.

    • I have a strong background in software development and have worked on projects similar to those at VISA.

    • I am a quick learner and can adapt to new technologies and programming languages easily.

    • I am passionate about creating high-quality software that meets the needs of users and exceeds their expectations.

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

  • Answered by AI
  • Q12. Which profile is good for you?
  • Ans. 

    A profile that challenges me to learn and grow while allowing me to contribute to a team.

    • A position that encourages continuous learning and development

    • A role that allows me to collaborate with a team and contribute to projects

    • A company culture that aligns with my values and work ethic

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  • Q13. About the work culture at VISA Inc
  • Q14. If u already have a placement, why this company
  • Ans. 

    I am interested in exploring new opportunities and challenges that this company can offer.

    • I am impressed with the company's reputation and growth potential.

    • I am excited about the projects and technologies this company is working on.

    • I believe this company can provide me with a better work-life balance and career growth opportunities.

    • I am looking for a company culture that aligns with my values and goals.

    • I am open to exp...

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Interview Preparation Tips

Round: Test
Experience: Online Test on mettl.com
- 2 coding questions ( 15*2 = 30 marks ) - Moderate level
- 10 MCQs on Programming and Java ( 1*10 = 10)
- 6 MCQs on Machine Learning and Hadoop ( 1*6 = 6 )
- 6 MCQs on Computer Networks ( 1*6 = 6 )
- 6 MCQs on Computer Infrastructure and Architecture ( 1*6 = 6)
- 6 MCQs on Application security and Cryptography ( 1*6 = 6)
15 shortlisted from here including 8 B.Techs and 7 M.Techs for F2F interviews, which were taken by VISA employees from their US and Singapore offices( since they don't have any office at India ).

Round: Technical Interview
Experience: They may give you a situation and ask you to explain which Software engineering principles will you use. They ask you how will you explain the concept of stacks and queues to a 7 year old, or to a granny, so as to encourage programming(like seriously ? )

General Tips: Nothing as such, since this was my second on-campus placement, I had good experience of interviews.
Keep your fundamentals in all computer science subjects open. Unlike other companies they don't focus much on coding alone. The only other company which also looks at perfection in all computer science aspects is Xerox Research Center India.
Challenging and Equally rewarding, but seriously a unique experience with no much tension
Skills:
College Name: NIT Surathkal

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PayPal Interview FAQs

How many rounds are there in PayPal Software Developer interview?
PayPal interview process usually has 1 rounds. The most common rounds in the PayPal interview process are Technical.
How to prepare for PayPal 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 PayPal. The most common topics and skills that interviewers at PayPal expect are Coding, Maven, Data Structures, Debugging and Financial Services.
What are the top questions asked in PayPal Software Developer interview?

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