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Updated 8 Apr 2025
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51 Interview questions

A Quality Engineer was asked
Q. Int a ={1,2,-3,-4,6} find sum, negative numbers should be treated as positive. With recursion and without recursion
Ans. 

Calculate the sum of an array, treating negative numbers as positive, using recursion and without recursion.

  • Create a variable to store the sum

  • Iterate through the array and add each element to the sum, treating negative numbers as positive

  • For the recursive solution, create a helper function that takes the array and the current index as parameters

  • In the recursive function, check if the current index is within the ar...

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A Senior Software Engineer 2 was asked
Q. Find Peak Element and majority element
Ans. 

Peak and majority element finding algorithms

  • Peak element: binary search for element greater than both neighbors

  • Majority element: Boyer-Moore voting algorithm

  • Boyer-Moore: iterate through array, count occurrences of each element, return element with count > n/2

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A Software Engineer was asked
Q. What is polymorphism, overriding? demostrate by code example?
Ans. 

Polymorphism is the ability of an object to take on many forms. Overriding is when a subclass provides a specific implementation of a method that is already provided by its parent class.

  • Polymorphism allows objects to be treated as if they are of any of their compatible types.

  • Overriding is used to provide a specific implementation of a method that is already provided by its parent class.

  • Example: Animal class has a ...

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A Software Engineer was asked
Q. Whatis stack? live implementation in code?
Ans. 

A stack is a data structure that follows the Last-In-First-Out (LIFO) principle.

  • Stack is a linear data structure

  • Elements are added and removed from the same end called the top

  • Common operations include push (add element) and pop (remove element)

  • Stack can be implemented using arrays or linked lists

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A Strategy Consultant was asked 7mo ago
Q. Current trends of Indsutry
Ans. 

Current trends in the industry include digital transformation, sustainability, and remote work.

  • Digital transformation is driving innovation and efficiency in processes and operations.

  • Sustainability is becoming a key focus with companies implementing eco-friendly practices and products.

  • Remote work is on the rise, leading to changes in workplace dynamics and collaboration.

  • Increased use of data analytics and AI for d...

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A Senior Engineering Manager was asked 9mo ago
Q. System Design for use cases
Ans. 

System design for use cases involves identifying requirements, designing components, and ensuring scalability and reliability.

  • Identify use cases and requirements

  • Design components to meet use case requirements

  • Ensure scalability and reliability of the system

  • Consider factors like performance, security, and maintainability

  • Use tools like UML diagrams, flowcharts, and architecture diagrams

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A Senior Engineering Manager was asked 9mo ago
Q. Elaboration of system design
Ans. 

System design involves creating a high-level architecture for a software system to meet specific requirements.

  • Identify the requirements and constraints of the system

  • Break down the system into components and modules

  • Define the interactions between components

  • Consider scalability, reliability, and performance

  • Choose appropriate technologies and tools

  • Create a detailed design document

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A Senior Engineering Manager was asked 9mo ago
Q. Architecture for real scenarios
Ans. 

Architecture for real scenarios involves designing systems that can handle real-world use cases and challenges.

  • Consider scalability to handle increasing user load

  • Ensure reliability and fault tolerance to prevent system failures

  • Design for security to protect sensitive data

  • Optimize performance for efficient operation

  • Implement monitoring and logging for troubleshooting

  • Use microservices architecture for flexibility an...

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A Front end Engineer was asked 11mo ago
Q. Functional Programming vs. Object-oriented programming
Ans. 

Functional programming focuses on functions and immutability, while object-oriented programming focuses on objects and encapsulation.

  • Functional programming uses pure functions and avoids side effects.

  • Object-oriented programming uses classes and objects to model real-world entities.

  • Functional programming emphasizes immutability, while object-oriented programming allows for mutable state.

  • Functional programming langu...

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An Associate Software Engineer was asked
Q. Company products and solutions given to clients
Ans. 

The company offers a range of software products and solutions to clients in various industries.

  • The company provides customized software solutions to meet the specific needs of each client.

  • Products include CRM systems, data analytics tools, and project management software.

  • Solutions may involve cloud-based services, mobile applications, and e-commerce platforms.

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Interview experience
5
Excellent
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
-
Result
Selected Selected
Round 1 - One-on-one 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. HashMap DSA question
  • Ans. 

    HashMap is a data structure that stores key-value pairs for efficient data retrieval and manipulation.

    • HashMap allows O(1) average time complexity for insertions, deletions, and lookups.

    • It uses a hash function to compute an index into an array of buckets or slots.

    • Example: In Java, HashMap<String, Integer> map = new HashMap<>();

    • Collisions are handled using techniques like chaining or open addressing.

    • Example o...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. DSA Question
Round 2 - One-on-one 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. DSA Question & Project discussion
  • Q2. DSA Question
Interview experience
5
Excellent
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
Less than 2 weeks
Result
Not Selected

I applied via Referral and was interviewed in Dec 2024. There were 2 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Coding Test 

Hld question and coding question

Round 2 - Assignment 

Web crawler assignment to crawl e-commerce websites

Software Engineer Interview Questions & Answers

user image Srinjoy Chatterjee

posted on 1 Dec 2024

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

I applied via Naukri.com

Round 1 - One-on-one 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Linklist, Java OOPs concept, Spring Boot questions
Interview experience
3
Average
Difficulty level
-
Process Duration
-
Result
-
Round 1 - Technical 

(3 Questions)

  • Q1. Explain your project framework?
  • Ans. 

    Our project framework is based on the Page Object Model design pattern, using Selenium WebDriver and TestNG for automation testing.

    • Page Object Model design pattern is used to create separate classes for each web page, making the code more organized and maintainable.

    • Selenium WebDriver is used for interacting with web elements and performing actions on the web pages.

    • TestNG is used for test case management, grouping, and ...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. Explain TestNG Framework usage?
  • Ans. 

    TestNG is a testing framework used for automated testing in Java.

    • TestNG allows for easy configuration of test cases using annotations.

    • It supports parallel execution of test cases.

    • TestNG provides reporting and logging features for test results.

    • It allows for grouping of test cases for better organization.

    • TestNG supports data-driven testing using data providers.

  • Answered by AI
  • Q3. Explain Jenkins setup?
  • Ans. 

    Jenkins is a popular open-source automation server used for continuous integration and continuous delivery.

    • Jenkins is installed on a server and can be accessed through a web interface.

    • It allows automation of tasks like building, testing, and deploying software.

    • Jobs in Jenkins are created to define the steps of the automation process.

    • Plugins can be added to Jenkins to extend its functionality, such as integrating with v...

  • Answered by AI

Skills evaluated in this interview

Test Engineer Interview Questions & Answers

user image Anonymous

posted on 24 Sep 2024

Interview experience
5
Excellent
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
2-4 weeks
Result
Not Selected

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

Round 1 - Coding Test 

Linked list and string related

Round 2 - HR 

(2 Questions)

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

    I am passionate about testing and quality assurance, and I believe joining your team will allow me to further develop my skills and contribute to innovative projects.

    • Passionate about testing and quality assurance

    • Desire to develop skills and contribute to innovative projects

    • Belief that joining the team will be a valuable opportunity for growth

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  • Q2. How fast can you join
  • Ans. 

    I can join within 2 weeks, depending on the notice period at my current job.

    • I can start within 2 weeks, pending any notice period at my current job

    • I am available to start immediately if needed

    • I can adjust my start date based on the company's requirements

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Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - prepare well and be confident
Interview experience
3
Average
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
2-4 weeks
Result
No response

I applied via Approached by Company and was interviewed in Apr 2024. There was 1 interview round.

Round 1 - Technical 

(3 Questions)

  • Q1. Print All subset of an array of integers
  • Ans. 

    Print all subsets of an array of integers

    • Use recursion to generate all possible subsets

    • For each element, include or exclude it in the subset

    • Base case: when all elements have been considered, print the subset

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. Print length longest subsequence from two given strings
  • Ans. 

    Find and print the length of the longest subsequence from two given strings.

    • Iterate through both strings and compare characters to find matching subsequences

    • Use dynamic programming to keep track of longest common subsequence

    • Return the length of the longest subsequence found

  • Answered by AI
  • Q3. Deep Basic Questions on C++ and golang, its comparisions

Interview Preparation Tips

Topics to prepare for Rakuten Technical Lead interview:
  • OOPS concepts, Slight touch on d

Skills evaluated in this interview

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

Hacker earth - arrays, string and trees concept question

Round 2 - Technical 

(3 Questions)

  • Q1. Question on Spring Boot, Hibernate and Spring Cloud
  • Q2. DS Algo, binary search tree
  • Q3. Docker/kubernetes concept
Interview experience
2
Poor
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
2-4 weeks
Result
Not Selected

I applied via LinkedIn and was interviewed in May 2024. There was 1 interview round.

Round 1 - One-on-one 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. All possible permutations of string
  • Ans. 

    Generate all possible permutations of a given string

    • Use recursion to generate permutations

    • Swap characters to create different permutations

    • Store permutations in an array of strings

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. SQL query to get employees coming to office
  • Ans. 

    Use SQL query with WHERE clause to filter employees coming to office.

    • Use SELECT statement to retrieve data from the database.

    • Use WHERE clause to filter employees based on coming to office.

    • Consider using a column in the database that indicates whether an employee is coming to office or not.

  • Answered by AI

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Do prepare all basic SQL and API stuff

Skills evaluated in this interview

Interview experience
3
Average
Difficulty level
-
Process Duration
-
Result
-
Round 1 - Case Study 

Market size assessment market for a new product

Round 2 - Technical 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Current trends of Indsutry
  • Ans. 

    Current trends in the industry include digital transformation, sustainability, and remote work.

    • Digital transformation is driving innovation and efficiency in processes and operations.

    • Sustainability is becoming a key focus with companies implementing eco-friendly practices and products.

    • Remote work is on the rise, leading to changes in workplace dynamics and collaboration.

    • Increased use of data analytics and AI for decisi...

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

I applied via Recruitment Consulltant and was interviewed in Dec 2024. There was 1 interview round.

Round 1 - Group Discussion 

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Rakuten interview process usually has 2-3 rounds. The most common rounds in the Rakuten interview process are Technical, Coding Test and One-on-one Round.
How to prepare for Rakuten 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 Rakuten. The most common topics and skills that interviewers at Rakuten expect are Python, Java, Linux, Computer science and MySQL.
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