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Updated 8 Feb 2024

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Interview experience
5
Excellent
Difficulty level
-
Process Duration
-
Result
Selected Selected

I applied via Campus Placement

Round 1 - Aptitude Test 

Had some basic SQL, Networking and Linux multiple choice questions along with two paragraphs at the end

Round 2 - Technical 

(5 Questions)

  • Q1. Linux Command to List CPU's in the system
  • Ans. 

    Command to list CPUs in Linux system

    • Use the 'lscpu' command to list detailed information about CPUs

    • Use the 'nproc' command to display the number of processing units available

    • Use the 'cat /proc/cpuinfo' command to view information about each CPU core

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. How to copy contents of a file to another file?
  • Ans. 

    To copy contents of a file to another file, you can use file handling methods in programming languages.

    • Open the source file in read mode and the destination file in write mode

    • Read the contents of the source file and write them to the destination file

    • Close both files after the copying process is complete

  • Answered by AI
  • Q3. How to rename a file
  • Ans. 

    To rename a file, use the 'mv' command in the terminal or use a file manager with a rename option.

    • In the terminal, use the 'mv' command followed by the current file name and the new file name.

    • Example: mv oldfile.txt newfile.txt

    • In a file manager, right-click on the file and select the 'Rename' option.

    • Enter the new file name and press Enter.

  • Answered by AI
  • Q4. Why I used specific technologies in my Projects
  • Q5. Command to check free disk space
  • Ans. 

    Command to check free disk space

    • Use the 'df' command to check free disk space

    • The '-h' option displays the output in human-readable format

    • The '-T' option shows the filesystem type

    • The '-x' option excludes specific filesystem types

    • The '-t' option filters the output based on filesystem type

  • Answered by AI
Round 3 - Technical 

(4 Questions)

  • Q1. Explain OSI Model
  • Ans. 

    The OSI Model is a conceptual framework that standardizes the functions of a communication system into seven layers.

    • The OSI Model stands for Open Systems Interconnection Model.

    • It was developed by the International Organization for Standardization (ISO) in 1984.

    • The model is divided into seven layers: Physical, Data Link, Network, Transport, Session, Presentation, and Application.

    • Each layer has a specific function and in...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. Difference between NoSQL and SQL
  • Ans. 

    NoSQL is a non-relational database that provides flexible schema and horizontal scalability, while SQL is a relational database with structured schema and vertical scalability.

    • NoSQL databases are schema-less and can handle unstructured data.

    • SQL databases use structured query language and have predefined schemas.

    • NoSQL databases are horizontally scalable, allowing for easy distribution of data across multiple servers.

    • SQL...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q3. Command to check free memory space
  • Ans. 

    Command to check free memory space

    • Use the 'free' command to check free memory space

    • The 'free' command displays the total, used, and free memory space in the system

    • It also shows the amount of memory used for buffers and cache

    • The 'free' command can be used with options like '-h' for human-readable output

  • Answered by AI
  • Q4. Copy files to a remote machine
  • Ans. 

    To copy files to a remote machine, use a file transfer protocol like SCP or SFTP.

    • Use SCP (Secure Copy) command to copy files between local and remote machines

    • Example: scp /path/to/local/file username@remote:/path/to/destination

    • Use SFTP (Secure File Transfer Protocol) for interactive file transfers

    • Example: sftp username@remote, then use put command to upload files

  • Answered by AI

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - The process is very easy, Just make sure you get selected in the aptitude and paragraph part.

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

I applied via Campus Placement and was interviewed before Aug 2023. There were 2 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Coding Test 

All about coding and solving questions

Round 2 - Technical 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. All about coding questions in depth and follow up questions
  • Q2. Be good in coding

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Very supportive interviewer. Helps in between to make you comfortable

Interview Questionnaire 

2 Questions

  • Q1. DSA asked overall
  • Q2. Practise all dsa questions

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Not that hard can be solved with practise

I applied via AngelList and was interviewed before Oct 2021. There were 2 interview rounds.

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 - HR 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. What's your name? Previously working details
  • Q2. Your long term goals?

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Prepare hard guys they are much more expertise in their field
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.
View all Resume tips
Round 2 - Coding Test 

There was a Hackerearth test with two questions

Round 3 - Technical 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Some standard data structures question on array
  • Q2. Standard question on trees

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Revise on the standard data structures questions and a bit on api design and system design
Interview experience
5
Excellent
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
Less than 2 weeks
Result
Not Selected

I was interviewed in Dec 2024.

Round 1 - Technical 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Anagram question
  • Q2. Sql join questions
Interview experience
3
Average
Difficulty level
-
Process Duration
-
Result
-
Round 1 - Coding Test 

The Question was average, the interviewer had a fixed approach in mind, which he wanted to follow, but was friendly and trying to help. Overall a good experience.

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Prepare your DSA well and dont forget to touch on the basics of programming, people often just study only DSA.

I applied via Referral and was interviewed in Apr 2022. There were 2 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Coding Test 

A coding test based on data structure and Algorithms.

Round 2 - Technical 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Question based on Projects in the resume
  • Q2. Data Structure and Algorithms Object oriented programming Database management system Operating system

Interview Preparation Tips

Topics to prepare for Airtel Payments Bank Software Engineer interview:
  • Data Structures
  • Algorithms
  • OOPS
Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Prepare the DSA part very good and have a good knowledge of CS fundamental.

I applied via Campus Placement

Interview Preparation Tips

Round: Resume Shortlist
Experience: Initially test was conducted. But they also considered resume for shortlisting to interview. Even if you do test badly, resume will come to your rescue if it is good enough.
Tips: Test consists of both aptitude and coding. Basic coding skills in C will be sufficient to solve the coding questions.

General Tips: Interviewing people are very friendly during the interview. Concentrate on concepts like linked lists, basic problems on strongs.
Skill Tips: Any basic C programming book.
Skills: Basic Coding, Basic C/C++
Duration: 2.5
College Name: IIT Madras
Motivation: Diverse fields in which company is working.

I applied via Referral

Interview Questionnaire 

13 Questions

  • Q1. Which is my dream company?
  • Q2. What is my biggest achievement till date?
  • Ans. 

    My biggest achievement till date is successfully leading a team to develop and launch a new software product ahead of schedule.

    • Led a team of developers to create a new software product

    • Completed the project ahead of schedule

    • Received positive feedback from clients and stakeholders

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  • Q3. How would I handle conflicts with my team members?
  • Ans. 

    I would address conflicts directly and respectfully, seeking to understand the root cause and find a mutually beneficial solution.

    • Listen actively to understand the other person's perspective

    • Communicate clearly and respectfully

    • Identify the root cause of the conflict

    • Brainstorm potential solutions together

    • Be willing to compromise and find a mutually beneficial solution

  • Answered by AI
  • Q4. I have saved money from a year and bought my dream bike. It is the last round of Paypal interview today. I am on my way on the bike and it breaks down in a no parking zone. Suggest a win­win situation so...
  • Q5. What is success according to me?
  • Ans. 

    Success is achieving personal goals, feeling fulfilled, and making a positive impact.

    • Success is subjective and can vary from person to person.

    • It involves setting and achieving goals, both short-term and long-term.

    • Feeling fulfilled and content with one's accomplishments is a key aspect of success.

    • Making a positive impact on others or the world can also be a measure of success.

    • Success is not just about material wealth or...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q6. I was asked to write a code snippet from my project
  • Q7. Program to implement Dijkstra’s algorithm
  • Ans. 

    Dijkstra's algorithm finds the shortest path between nodes in a graph.

    • Create a graph with nodes and edges

    • Assign a tentative distance to each node

    • Set the initial node as current and mark it visited

    • For each neighbor of the current node, calculate the tentative distance

    • If the tentative distance is less than the current distance, update the distance

    • Mark the current node as visited and select the unvisited node with the sma...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q8. Program to reverse a singly linked list
  • Ans. 

    A program to reverse a singly linked list

    • Create a new empty linked list

    • Traverse the original linked list and insert each node at the beginning of the new list

    • Return the new list

  • Answered by AI
  • Q9. Which algorithm would I use to sort a linked list and why? Subsequently, I was asked to explain the logic of merge sort
  • Q10. Suggest as many methods as possible for finding the nth largest element in an unsorted linked list
  • Ans. 

    Methods to find nth largest element in an unsorted linked list

    • Traverse the linked list and store elements in an array, sort the array and return the nth largest element

    • Use quickselect algorithm to find the nth largest element in O(n) time complexity

    • Implement a max heap and extract the nth largest element

    • Divide the linked list into smaller sublists and recursively find the nth largest element

    • Use merge sort to sort the l

  • Answered by AI
  • Q11. How would I explain the concept of prime number to an illiterate?
  • Ans. 

    A prime number is a number that is divisible only by 1 and itself.

    • A prime number has exactly two factors: 1 and itself.

    • Prime numbers cannot be divided evenly by any other number.

    • Examples of prime numbers include 2, 3, 5, 7, 11, 13, 17, etc.

  • Answered by AI
  • Q12. Give a few test cases for a bank transaction
  • Ans. 

    Test cases for a bank transaction

    • Transaction amount within account balance limit

    • Transaction amount exceeds account balance limit

    • Transaction to a valid account number

    • Transaction to an invalid account number

    • Transaction with correct transaction code

    • Transaction with incorrect transaction code

    • Transaction during bank working hours

    • Transaction outside bank working hours

  • Answered by AI
  • Q13. Design classes for educational institutions in a city
  • Ans. 

    Design classes for educational institutions in a city

    • Identify the main entities: schools, students, teachers, courses

    • Create a School class with attributes like name, address, and a list of students and teachers

    • Create a Student class with attributes like name, age, and a list of courses

    • Create a Teacher class with attributes like name, specialization, and a list of courses

    • Create a Course class with attributes like name, ...

  • Answered by AI

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How many rounds are there in PhonePe Site Reliability Engineer interview?
PhonePe interview process usually has 3 rounds. The most common rounds in the PhonePe interview process are Technical and Aptitude Test.
How to prepare for PhonePe Site Reliability 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 PhonePe. The most common topics and skills that interviewers at PhonePe expect are MySQL, Financial Services, Perl, Linux and Medical Insurance.
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