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Updated 18 Nov 2020

Samsung Software Development Engineer Interview Experiences

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I applied via Campus Placement and was interviewed before Nov 2019. There were 3 interview rounds.

Interview Questionnaire 

5 Questions

  • Q1. Explain in details about your projects
  • Q2. Tell me about your internship period and how you got the internship. Also tell me about the most challenging problem I faced (if any) during the period.
  • Q3. Data Structures: I was asked in details about Linked lists, trees and graphs, their real life applications in Computer Science
  • Q4. Database Management Systems: They started from basics that included entity relationships, relational databases and SQL & then some theory questions on transactions and normalization.
  • Q5. Operating Systems: Theory questions on Deadlocks and Process Synchronization

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - 1. Try to listen to the questions properly and take your time before answering them.
2. Only include those projects and topics which you are good at.
3. If you are nervous before the interview, take a deep breath.
4. Prepare your resume thoroughly, especially your projects, as they won't go beyond the topics mentioned there.
5. Data structures and Algorithms is a must, so make sure you have your basics well prepared.
6. All the Best!!!

Software Development Engineer Interview Questions & Answers

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posted on 2 Dec 2016

I applied via Campus Placement and was interviewed in Dec 2016. There were 5 interview rounds.

Interview Questionnaire 

5 Questions

  • Q1. Difference between DFS and BFS?When to use which one?
  • Ans. 

    DFS and BFS are graph traversal algorithms. DFS explores as far as possible before backtracking. BFS explores level by level.

    • DFS stands for Depth First Search, while BFS stands for Breadth First Search.

    • DFS explores as far as possible along each branch before backtracking, while BFS explores level by level.

    • DFS uses a stack data structure, while BFS uses a queue data structure.

    • DFS is often used for solving problems like ...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. Find all subsets of a number set such that sum of these numbers is equal to a given number
  • Ans. 

    Find all subsets of a number set with a given sum

    • Use a recursive approach to generate all possible subsets

    • For each subset, calculate the sum and check if it matches the given number

    • Store the subsets that satisfy the condition

  • Answered by AI
  • Q3. Biggest failure in life?
  • Q4. 3 strengths?
  • Ans. 

    My three strengths are problem-solving, attention to detail, and teamwork.

    • Strong problem-solving skills - able to analyze complex issues and come up with effective solutions

    • Attention to detail - meticulous in ensuring accuracy and quality in work

    • Teamwork - collaborate well with others to achieve common goals, communicate effectively

  • Answered by AI
  • Q5. 1 major weakness and how to overcome it?
  • Ans. 

    One major weakness is time management.

    • Prioritize tasks and create a schedule

    • Break down large tasks into smaller, manageable ones

    • Use time management tools or techniques like Pomodoro Technique

    • Delegate tasks when possible

    • Learn to say 'no' to avoid overcommitting

    • Regularly review and adjust the schedule

  • Answered by AI

Interview Preparation Tips

Round: Test
Experience: Easy but long question.
Tips: Take time to understand the question
Duration: 3 hours
Total Questions: 1

College Name: IIT Madras

Skills evaluated in this interview

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I applied via Campus Placement and was interviewed before Dec 2015. There were 5 interview rounds.

Interview Questionnaire 

4 Questions

  • Q1. In this everyone were asked to describe their projects that they have done during the B-tech course
  • Q2. Puzzle-There are 1000 wine bottles. One of the bottles contains poisoned wine. A rat dies after one hour of drinking the poisoned wine. How many minimum rats are needed to figure out which bottle contains ...
  • Q3. Discussion on projects
  • Q4. Basic HR Question like- 1.your strength and weaknesses. 2.what are your expectation from your first job. 3.Hobbies. 4.would you go for higher study

Interview Preparation Tips

Round: Test
Experience: Given an undirected graph determine if the graph can be colored with 2 colors(Black & white) such that no two adjacent vertices of the graph are colored with same color.If yes print the nodes whose color is white else output -1.
This question was similar to------/
Duration: 3 hours
Total Questions: 1

College Name: NIT Bhopal

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Interview Questionnaire 

2 Questions

  • Q1. Logical programming questions & Java and Android logical questions based on scenarios.
  • Q2. Advanced android concepts

Interview Questionnaire 

2 Questions

  • Q1. Basic java and android questions, and logical programming question
  • Q2. Advanced Android questions, scenario wise handling of projects qestions

Interview Questionnaire 

2 Questions

  • Q1. Basic Java and Android questions and Logical programming questions
  • Q2. Advances Android questions

I was interviewed in May 2017.

Interview Questionnaire 

4 Questions

  • Q1. Why is string immutable
  • Ans. 

    String is immutable because it ensures data integrity and allows for efficient memory management.

    • Immutable strings prevent accidental modification of data.

    • Immutable strings can be easily shared and reused, improving memory efficiency.

    • Immutable strings enable efficient string interning and caching.

    • Immutable strings support thread safety in concurrent environments.

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  • Q2. Do @requestparam has default value
  • Ans. 

    Yes, @RequestParam has a default value if not specified.

    • If a @RequestParam is not provided in the request, it will use its default value.

    • The default value can be set using the 'defaultValue' attribute of @RequestParam annotation.

    • If no default value is specified, the parameter will be considered as required and an exception will be thrown if not provided.

  • Answered by AI
  • Q3. Singleton and prototype
  • Q4. Why abstract class is required
  • Ans. 

    Abstract classes are required to provide a common interface and share code among related classes.

    • Abstract classes allow for code reusability and promote modular design.

    • They provide a common interface for a group of related classes.

    • Abstract classes can define abstract methods that must be implemented by subclasses.

    • They can also provide default implementations for common methods.

    • Abstract classes cannot be instantiated, b

  • Answered by AI

Skills evaluated in this interview

I was interviewed in Feb 2017.

Interview Preparation Tips

Round: Test
Experience: It was a simple aptitude test in which around 150 students cleared the test.
Duration: 1 hour
Total Questions: 40

Round: Test
Experience: Three programs were given and we had to write the code in either java ,c or c++ and get the required output.Around 90 students cleared this round.
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
Total Questions: 3

College Name: VIT Vellore

I was interviewed before May 2016.

Interview Preparation Tips

Round: Test
Experience: The test was conducted through Cocubes. It was moderately difficult. Some of the questions are time taking. We need to be decisive in attempting such questions.
Tips: Need to manage time properly. Should assess and choose which questions to attempt and which ones to leave.
Duration: 1 hour
Total Questions: 30

Round: Test
Experience: The three questions are of three different levels.

1. You will be given two numbers. The first one is the starting point and the second one is the ending point of a range of integers. You have to count the number of integers in that range which are divisible by the first number.

Ex : INPUT : 3 18
OUTPUT : 6

2. You will be given a number. You have to find the sum of the digits. If the sum exceeds 9, you have to add the digits of the sum recursively until you a get a single digit sum.

EX : INPUT : 9999
OUTPUT : 9

Explanation: 9999 => 9 +9+9+9=36 => 3+6 =9

3. You will be given an array of characters which include ( L, R , or a number in the range '0' to '9'). A ball is kept on a line of integers initially kept at zero. The ball has to execute the instructions sequentially as follows:
(i) If an 'L' character is encountered, the ;position of the ball has to be decremented.
(ii) If an 'R' character is encountered, the position of the ball has to be incremented.
(iii) If an integer (in the range '0' to '9) is encountered , we have to go to that index in the array and execute the instruction present in that index.

Finally, after all the instructions are executed, you have to print the final position of the ball.

EX : INPUT :
Number of instruction : 5
Instructions: LR1R2

OUTPUT : 3

Explanation :
(i) Initially, the ball is at 0. Since the 0th index in the array is 'L' , the ball moves to 0-1= -1 position.
(ii) The 1st index is 'R' hence, the position of the ball is -1 +1 = 0 position.
(iii) The 2nd index is '1', hence we have to go to index 1 in the array which is 'R', hence the new position is 0+1 =1.
(iv) The 3rd index is 'R', hence the new position is 1 +1 =2.
(v) The 4th index is '2' , hence we have to go to 2nd index is '1' , hence we have to go again to 1st index , which is 'R' hence the final position is 2+1 =3.

Tips: We need to solve all the three the problems to have better chances of clearing this round.
Duration: 1 hour
Total Questions: 3

Round: Technical Interview
Experience: The interview was focussed majorly on coding. It went for about 45min with around 10 coding problems given to solve. Some basics of Computer networking are also tested in this round.
Tips: Be prepared with some basics of networking. As the company's main focus is on Telecom, good knowledge in telecom and networking would be a big advantage.

Round: Technical Interview
Experience: This round was focused on the aptitude and reasoning skills. Some puzzles were given in this round. These puzzles are of moderately complex and are more common ones in interviews. Like the (find the heavier ball among three balls using a balance in min no. of attempts).
Tips: Sometimes the interviewer tries to confuse. You need to be confident with your answers and explaination.

Round: HR Interview
Experience: The interview was more of a traditional HR round. Majorly concentrated on the final year project, personal strengths and weaknesses.

Skills: Coding Skills, Computer Networking, C Language Basics
College Name: G Pulla Reddy College of Engineering & Technology

I was interviewed in Mar 2017.

Interview Questionnaire 

5 Questions

  • Q1. Related to semiconductors, processors etc. were asked.
  • Q2. Strength
  • Q3. Weaknesses
  • Q4. Hobby
  • Q5. If there are 200 fishes in an aquarium. 99% are red. How many fishes have to be removed to make the red fishes 98 % in the aquarium?
  • Ans. 

    To make the red fishes 98%, 50 fishes have to be removed from the aquarium.

    • Calculate 1% of 200 fishes, which is 2 fishes.

    • To make the red fishes 98%, subtract 1% (2 fishes) from 99% (198 fishes).

    • To find the number of fishes to be removed, divide the difference by 1% (2 fishes).

    • Therefore, 50 fishes have to be removed to make the red fishes 98%.

  • Answered by AI

Interview Preparation Tips

Round: Test
Experience: There were 40 aptitude questions of variable difficulty. More questions revolved around topics like time and work, distance, speed, time, profit loss, age etc.
Tips: A regular and prior preparation will go a long way in determining a good test score.
Use tricks to solve the questions and calculations should be fast.
Duration: 30 minutes
Total Questions: 40

Round: Test
Experience: The questions weren't that tough when it came to programming. An example would be conversion of temperature from Celsius to Fahrenheit and vice versa. This was a question in my paper. So I'm hoping the difficulty would be more or less the same.
Tips: Do certified programming courses. They help you a lot in cracking good jobs.
Duration: 45 minutes
Total Questions: 3

Round: Puzzle Interview
Tips: This can be tough if you can't imagine scenarios and situations. So make sure you inculcate critical problem solving thinking in your everyday life. I feel that's the best way to do things in this round.

Round: Technical Interview
Experience: This was a short interview so not much happened.
Tips: Whatever you do just know your stuff properly.

Round: HR Interview
Experience: It was a simple interview. Basic questions and their basic answers helped me get through it.
Tips: The tip would be to stay positive in your approach while answering the questions

Skills: Technical Skills, Interpersonal Communication, Aptitude
College Name: VIT Vellore
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How to prepare for Samsung Software Development 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 Samsung. The most common topics and skills that interviewers at Samsung expect are Computer science, Design Development, Functional Testing, Issue resolution and Scheduling.
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