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Updated 28 Oct 2023

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Interview experience
4
Good
Difficulty level
Easy
Process Duration
Less than 2 weeks
Result
Selected Selected

I applied via campus placement at Indian Institute of Foreign Trade (IIFT) and was interviewed in Apr 2023. There were 2 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Resume Shortlist 
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Round 2 - HR 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Work Exprience related questions
  • Q2. Experience in Fintech

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Interview experience
3
Average
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
2-4 weeks
Result
Not Selected

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

Round 1 - Aptitude Test 

It was online test conducted by whee box. Questions were mix from Automation and Manual testing. Questions on OOPS concept like Encapsulation, polymorphism, abstraction. Questions on Database testing, (none from API). Few questions based on English , few logical reasoning

Round 2 - Technical 

(8 Questions)

  • Q1. API questions - Put vs patch , error codes, API tools used
  • Q2. Explain STLC in detail
  • Ans. 

    STLC stands for Software Testing Life Cycle, which is a systematic process for testing software applications.

    • STLC consists of various phases such as Requirement Analysis, Test Planning, Test Design, Test Execution, and Test Closure.

    • Each phase has specific objectives and deliverables to ensure the quality of the software.

    • STLC helps in identifying defects early in the development cycle, reducing the cost of fixing them l...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q3. Introduction, current role
  • Q4. Current CTC , Expected CTC
  • Q5. Agile ceremonies
  • Q6. Stored procedure in DB
  • Ans. 

    Stored procedures are precompiled SQL statements stored in the database for reuse and improved performance.

    • Stored procedures are used to encapsulate business logic in the database.

    • They can improve performance by reducing network traffic and optimizing execution plans.

    • Stored procedures can be called from application code to perform complex operations on the database.

    • They can also help with security by controlling access...

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  • Q7. Ready for working in night shift for US based client
  • Q8. Requirement traceability matrix
Round 3 - Technical 

(13 Questions)

  • Q1. Quick Introduction and role in current project
  • Ans. 

    I am a Senior QA Engineer with 5 years of experience. Currently, I am leading the testing efforts for a web application project.

    • Leading the testing efforts for a web application project

    • Creating test plans and test cases

    • Executing manual and automated tests

    • Identifying and reporting bugs

    • Collaborating with developers and stakeholders

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. Questions related to agile ceremonies
  • Q3. API tools used, % of API work done in previous projects
  • Ans. 

    Used Postman for API testing, 60% of work involved API testing in previous projects

    • Utilized Postman for API testing

    • 60% of work in previous projects involved API testing

    • Worked extensively with RESTful APIs

  • Answered by AI
  • Q4. Scenario based questions on QA
  • Q5. Role of QA when the built functionality do not match with requirements
  • Ans. 

    QA plays a crucial role in identifying and communicating the discrepancies between built functionality and requirements.

    • QA should thoroughly review the requirements documentation to understand the expected functionality.

    • QA should conduct thorough testing to identify any discrepancies between the built functionality and the requirements.

    • QA should communicate any discrepancies found to the development team and stakeholde...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q6. Contract testing in API
  • Ans. 

    Contract testing in API involves verifying the interactions between different services based on predefined contracts.

    • Contract testing ensures that each service meets the expectations set by the contract.

    • It helps in detecting issues early in the development cycle.

    • Popular tools for contract testing in APIs include Pact and Spring Cloud Contract.

  • Answered by AI
  • Q7. Overall tools used for database, build deployment, bug tracking, test case/plan track
  • Ans. 

    Various tools used for database, build deployment, bug tracking, and test case/plan tracking in QA engineering.

    • Database: SQL Server, MySQL, Oracle

    • Build Deployment: Jenkins, TeamCity, Bamboo

    • Bug Tracking: Jira, Bugzilla, Redmine

    • Test Case/Plan Tracking: TestRail, HP ALM, Zephyr

  • Answered by AI
  • Q8. New things which you contributed to current project to improve overall quality process
  • Ans. 

    Implemented automated test scripts using Selenium for regression testing, introduced code review process for test scripts, and conducted training sessions on new testing tools.

    • Implemented automated test scripts using Selenium for regression testing

    • Introduced code review process for test scripts

    • Conducted training sessions on new testing tools

  • Answered by AI
  • Q9. How many offer letters you hold? Current CTC, Expected CTC
  • Ans. 

    I currently hold 2 offer letters. My current CTC is $80,000 and my expected CTC is $90,000.

    • I hold 2 offer letters

    • Current CTC is $80,000

    • Expected CTC is $90,000

  • Answered by AI
  • Q10. Comfortable in coming to office regularly although it was hybrid model
  • Ans. 

    Yes, I am comfortable with coming to the office regularly in a hybrid model.

    • I value face-to-face interactions with team members for better collaboration and communication.

    • I am able to manage my time effectively to balance office and remote work.

    • I understand the importance of being present in the office for certain tasks or meetings.

    • I am adaptable and flexible in my work environment.

  • Answered by AI
  • Q11. Any experience in working with US based clients, Ready for shift overlapping
  • Ans. 

    Yes, I have experience working with US based clients and I am ready for shift overlapping.

    • I have worked with US based clients in my previous role as a QA Engineer

    • I am familiar with the time zone differences and have adjusted my schedule accordingly

    • I am comfortable with shift overlapping and have done it before when needed

  • Answered by AI
  • Q12. RCA and backtracking process in current project
  • Ans. 

    RCA and backtracking process involves identifying root causes of issues and revisiting previous steps to find solutions.

    • Root Cause Analysis (RCA) is used to identify the underlying cause of a problem or defect in the project.

    • Backtracking process involves revisiting previous steps or decisions to find a solution or correct an issue.

    • Examples of RCA in current project could include analyzing code changes that led to a bug...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q13. Experience in automation testing, any learning in AI or other
  • Ans. 

    I have extensive experience in automation testing and have also taken courses in AI and machine learning.

    • I have worked on creating automation frameworks using tools like Selenium and Appium.

    • I have taken online courses on AI and machine learning to enhance my skills in these areas.

    • I have implemented AI-based testing techniques like neural networks for test automation.

  • Answered by AI

Interview Preparation Tips

Topics to prepare for Milliman Senior QA Engineer interview:
  • API Testing
  • Agile Methodology
  • Database Testing
  • Manual Testing
  • STLC
  • Procedures
  • build deployment
Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - They are more focused on API testing work. Questions related to manual testing are kind of simple. Some scenario based questions on testing, related to experience. Also asking for automation testing experience, although HR said only manual testing is required
Every technical interviewer was interested in knowing the CTC, which generally does not happen.
HR said its a hybrid role, also specified in job description but director said he wants people to come daily especially new joiners.
They have different policies for new joiners who are on probation period as compared to their old employees.
HR does not give apt response, interview process is very messed up. She will mostly avoid your calls of follow-ups. Firstly my profile was rejected within 3-4 days during profile shortlisting, then magically I received online test invite and then eventually interviews occur. But after 3rd round, I was rejected again via mail by HR (with no feedback obv) and that too when I tried to follow up with her after 4 days of giving 2nd technical interview. Hiring process is quite messed up and needs some refinment
Also the online test conducted by wheebox has a lot of technical glitches, not a smooth process.
Seem like their budget was quite less which was not told in earlier stages by HR.

Skills evaluated in this interview

Interview experience
5
Excellent
Difficulty level
Hard
Process Duration
Less than 2 weeks
Result
Not Selected

I applied via LinkedIn and was interviewed in Nov 2024. There were 3 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Aptitude Test 

General questions
45 minutes
written and MultiChoice

Round 2 - Technical 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. About role company and expereince
  • Q2. Situation based
Round 3 - HR 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Problem solving
  • Q2. Logical findings
Interview experience
3
Average
Difficulty level
-
Process Duration
-
Result
-
Round 1 - One-on-one 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Question on sorting basics
  • Q2. Time complexity of heap functions
Round 2 - One-on-one 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Reverse a linked list
Interview experience
5
Excellent
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
Less than 2 weeks
Result
Selected Selected

I was interviewed before Jan 2024.

Round 1 - Aptitude Test 

Cover all section- maths, reasoning, English, general science

Round 2 - Technical 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Law of thermodynamics
  • Q2. Refrigeration related question
Round 3 - HR 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Hobbies, home town, background
  • Q2. Future goals

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Try to give your best in the interview
Interview experience
1
Bad
Difficulty level
Easy
Process Duration
More than 8 weeks
Result
No response

I applied via Approached by Company and was interviewed in Jun 2024. There were 4 interview rounds.

Round 1 - One-on-one 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. What you have done and how you can contribute
  • Ans. 

    I have successfully managed teams in previous roles and can contribute by implementing effective communication strategies, fostering a positive work environment, and setting clear goals.

    • Managed teams in previous roles

    • Implemented effective communication strategies

    • Fostered a positive work environment

    • Set clear goals for team members

  • Answered by AI
Round 2 - One-on-one 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. What you have done and how you can contribute
  • Ans. 

    I have successfully managed teams in previous roles and can contribute by utilizing my leadership skills to drive team performance and achieve goals.

    • Managed teams in previous roles

    • Utilized leadership skills to drive team performance

    • Achieved goals through effective team management

  • Answered by AI
Round 3 - Assignment 

Case study for the given role

Round 4 - One-on-one 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Copy paste questions from internet

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - The company have serious problem with the way they are hiring and responding to the candidates. There is no defined process steps e.g. how many interviews will happen, when it happen and who will take. The senior management asked the questions from google search. It took around 3 months and still going on. The HRs either block you, dont respond to you and whenever there is requirements, they would call you for next round as if candidates are waiting for them only. And the HR would say that the person who will be interviewing is some god. Such a unprofessional environment.
Interview experience
5
Excellent
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
Less than 2 weeks
Result
-

I applied via campus placement at NIPER National Institute of Pharmaceutical Education and Research, Kaul and was interviewed in Dec 2024. There were 2 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Aptitude Test 

Basic quant and comprehension

Round 2 - Technical 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Reagarding market research guesstimate
Interview experience
5
Excellent
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
2-4 weeks
Result
Selected Selected

I applied via Referral and was interviewed in May 2024. There were 5 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Resume Shortlist 
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Round 2 - HR 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Tell me about yourself.
  • Q2. Why are you interested in this position in particular?
Round 3 - Technical 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Email response test - draft templates to inform candidates of their application status + create an application tracker.
  • Q2. Excel test - perform basic to intermediate level tasks in excel to clean, sort and interpret application data.
Round 4 - Informational interview 

(4 Questions)

  • Q1. Tell me about your work experience, family, education and extracurriculars.
  • Q2. Tell me about a time you have failed? What are your weaknesses?
  • Q3. Had specific questions about my experience.
  • Q4. Are you interested in another X role we have?
Round 5 - One-on-one 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. To be discussed
  • Q2. To be discussed further

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - The rounds are fairly simple, focus is on good communication and not so much on skill, atleast for entry level positions as they believe in training and levelling up their employees themselves.
Interview experience
5
Excellent
Difficulty level
-
Process Duration
-
Result
-

I applied via Campus Placement

Round 1 - Technical 

(3 Questions)

  • Q1. Mechanical engineering
  • Q2. Management office work
  • Q3. Village naayanpur post office chenari
Interview experience
1
Bad
Difficulty level
Hard
Process Duration
2-4 weeks
Result
-

I applied via LinkedIn and was interviewed in Sep 2024. There were 2 interview rounds.

Round 1 - One-on-one 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. General questions
Round 2 - Technical 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Excel related general questions

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