Sopra Steria Software Engineer Interview Questions, Process, and Tips

Q1. What is hash code and equals contract ?
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Hash code and equals contract are used to ensure consistency and correctness in object comparison.
• Hash code is a unique integer value assigned to an object based on its contents.

• Equals method is used to compare two objects for equality.

• Hash code and equals must be consistent with each other, i.e., if two objects are equal, their hash codes must also be equal.

• If two objects have the same hash code, it does not necessari...read more
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Q2. What is Meta space in Java 8 ?
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Meta space is a memory space in Java 8 used to store class metadata.
• Meta space replaces the permanent generation (PermGen) space in Java 8.

• It stores class metadata such as class name, access modifiers, and constant pool.

• Meta space is dynamically sized and can expand or shrink based on the application's needs.

• It can be configured using the -XX:MetaspaceSize and -XX:MaxMetaspaceSize JVM options.
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Q1. What are different propagation strategy in Spring.
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Propagation strategies in Spring are used to manage transactions across multiple beans.
• Propagation.REQUIRED: Default propagation behavior. Creates a new transaction if none exists, otherwise joins the existing transaction.

• Propagation.REQUIRES_NEW: Always creates a new transaction, suspending the current transaction if one exists.

• Propagation.NESTED: Creates a nested transaction within the current transaction, rolling ba...read more
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Q2. What are Spring transactions ?
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Spring transactions are used to manage database transactions in Spring Framework.
• Spring transactions provide a way to manage transactions in a consistent and reliable manner.

• They ensure that all database operations are either committed or rolled back as a single unit of work.

• Spring transactions can be configured using annotations or XML configuration.

• They support different transaction isolation levels and propagation b...read more
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Q1. What is you salary expectation ?
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My salary expectation is in line with industry standards and commensurate with my experience and skills.
• I have researched the industry standards for this position and have a range in mind.

• I am open to negotiation based on the specific responsibilities and benefits offered.

• I am looking for fair compensation that reflects my experience and skills.

• I am willing to discuss salary further in the interview process.
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Question based on fundmentals of CS

Q1. Dsa related problem ,SQL and your project.
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Q2. Majorly focouses on Dsa and SQL
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Q1. Ask question about your shifts and timings and will you able to relocate or not
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Coding output questions, aptitude mcq

Easy questions on DSA and problem solving

Q1. Related to projects done
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Duration is 90 min.
covered Aptitude of general basic topics , reasoning, Grammatical aptitude, Passage questions, Mismatch and verbal communications.

Q1. Technical questions on latest technologies like c, c++, java, python, and final year project.
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Q2. Technical skills, leadership qualities, confidence check
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Technical MCQ on concepts of Computer Science (Programming, Database, etc)

Flow Chart - Aptitude Round

Q1. Technical Interview. Technical questions based on resume. Some basic programming questions.
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Q1. What are your strengths and weaknesses?
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Q2. Tell me about yourself.
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