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Updated 16 Mar 2024

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1 interview found

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

I applied via Naukri.com and was interviewed in Feb 2024. There was 1 interview round.

Round 1 - Technical 

(7 Questions)

  • Q1. What are Java 8 new features? Which of these have you used?
  • Ans. 

    Java 8 introduced several new features including lambda expressions, functional interfaces, streams, and default methods.

    • Lambda expressions: Enable functional programming in Java by expressing instances of single-method interfaces (functional interfaces) concisely.

    • Functional interfaces: Interfaces with a single abstract method, such as java.util.function.Function or java.util.function.Predicate.

    • Streams: Allow for proce...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. Are you aware of Eviction Policy in Cache?
  • Ans. 

    Eviction policy in cache determines which items should be removed when the cache reaches its maximum capacity.

    • Eviction policy helps in managing the cache size and ensuring that the most relevant data is retained.

    • Common eviction policies include LRU (Least Recently Used), LFU (Least Frequently Used), and FIFO (First In, First Out).

    • For example, in LRU policy, the least recently accessed items are removed from the cache w

  • Answered by AI
  • Q3. LRU in cache? WAP to demonstrate LRU in Cache.
  • Ans. 

    LRU (Least Recently Used) is a cache eviction policy where the least recently accessed items are removed from the cache when it reaches its capacity.

    • LRU cache stores key-value pairs with a maximum capacity. When the cache is full, the least recently used item is evicted to make space for new items.

    • Each time a key is accessed in the cache, it is moved to the front of the cache to indicate it was the most recently used i...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q4. Implement Factory Pattern.
  • Ans. 

    Factory pattern is a creational design pattern that provides an interface for creating objects in a superclass, but allows subclasses to alter the type of objects that will be created.

    • Create an interface or abstract class for the factory with a method to create objects

    • Create concrete classes that implement the factory interface and return specific types of objects

    • Client code uses the factory to create objects without k

  • Answered by AI
  • Q5. What are profiles in spring boot?
  • Ans. 

    Profiles in Spring Boot allow you to define different configurations for different environments.

    • Profiles are used to customize application behavior based on the environment it is running in.

    • You can define profiles in application.properties or application.yml using 'spring.profiles.active' property.

    • Common profiles include 'dev', 'test', and 'prod' for development, testing, and production environments.

    • You can have differ...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q6. Which cache have you used? Why is Cache needed
  • Ans. 

    I have used Redis and Memcached. Cache is needed to improve performance by storing frequently accessed data in memory.

    • Used Redis for key-value storage and Memcached for object caching

    • Cache is needed to reduce database load and improve response time

    • Helps in storing frequently accessed data in memory for quick retrieval

  • Answered by AI
  • Q7. Have you worked on Kafka? How many partitions did your code have?
  • Ans. 

    Yes, I have worked on Kafka. My code had 10 partitions.

    • Yes, I have experience working with Kafka and have implemented code with multiple partitions.

    • In one of my projects, I used Kafka with 10 partitions to distribute the workload efficiently.

    • Having multiple partitions in Kafka helped in achieving high throughput and scalability for real-time data processing.

  • Answered by AI

Interview Preparation Tips

Topics to prepare for Xebia Senior Software Engineer interview:
  • Java
  • Cache
  • Spring Boot
  • Kafka
Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Knowing about your current project Architecture as well as business use helps a lot in the beginning of the interview.

Skills evaluated in this interview

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Interview experience
5
Excellent
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
-
Result
Selected Selected
Round 1 - Technical 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. What is the internal working of a hashmap?
  • Q2. Design a Least Recently Used (LRU) cache.
Round 2 - Technical 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. What are the SOLID principles in software engineering?
  • Q2. What design patterns have you worked with?
Interview experience
5
Excellent
Difficulty level
Hard
Process Duration
Less than 2 weeks
Result
Selected Selected

I applied via Company Website and was interviewed in Oct 2024. There were 4 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Coding Test 

Prepare well with basic and advanced JavaScript concepts and logical questions. They will ask you to implement all the topics using code.

Round 2 - Technical 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Explain your previous project and work experience.
  • Q2. Provided a use case to demonstrate your front-end skills and system design knowledge.
Round 3 - One-on-one 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Questions related to domain related.
Round 4 - HR 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Salary discussion.

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Prepare well with the core concepts and basic DSA questions.
Interview experience
4
Good
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
-
Result
Selected Selected
Round 1 - Technical 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Difference between Scheduled script and Map reduce script?
  • Ans. 

    Scheduled script runs on a predefined schedule, while Map reduce script processes large datasets in parallel.

    • Scheduled script is used for automating tasks at specific times, like sending reports daily at 8am.

    • Map reduce script is used for processing large datasets by splitting them into smaller chunks and processing them in parallel.

    • Scheduled script is typically used for routine tasks, while Map reduce script is used fo...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. Types of scripts in NetSuite.
  • Ans. 

    Types of scripts in NetSuite include SuiteScript, SuiteTalk, SuiteFlow, and SuiteBuilder.

    • SuiteScript: JavaScript-based scripts for customizing NetSuite functionality.

    • SuiteTalk: Web services integration for connecting NetSuite with external systems.

    • SuiteFlow: Visual workflow tool for automating business processes.

    • SuiteBuilder: Customization tool for modifying NetSuite forms, fields, and records.

  • Answered by AI
Interview experience
5
Excellent
Difficulty level
Hard
Process Duration
Less than 2 weeks
Result
Selected Selected

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

Round 1 - Technical 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. About Self introduction and Core Functions of experiences
  • Q2. Deep dive into Technologies what we have worked so far
  • Ans. 

    I have worked with a variety of technologies including Java, Python, SQL, AWS, Docker, and Kubernetes.

    • Java

    • Python

    • SQL

    • AWS

    • Docker

    • Kubernetes

  • Answered by AI
Round 2 - Technical 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Ability to handle the product
  • Ans. 

    I have extensive experience in handling complex software products and have successfully led teams to deliver high-quality solutions.

    • Led a team to successfully launch a new product feature within tight deadlines

    • Managed the development of a large-scale software product from conception to release

    • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure product requirements were met

    • Implemented agile methodologies to improve produ

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. Customer or client interaction and project evaluations
Round 3 - HR 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. About Complete personal traits
  • Q2. Compensation and Willingness

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Overall good

Skills evaluated in this interview

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

I applied via Approached by Company and was interviewed in May 2024. There were 2 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Technical 

(3 Questions)

  • Q1. There we a lot of question on Python basics 1. Iterators 2. Generator 3. List Comprehensions 4. Static Method, Class Method 5. Testing in Python - Pytest 6. Magic Methon 7. Try Except Else Block in Python ...
  • Q2. DSA Questions 1. Balanced Parenthesis 2. String Compression - Check on Leetcode
  • Q3. Basic SQL Count(*) query
Round 2 - Technical 

(3 Questions)

  • Q1. Memory Management in Python
  • Ans. 

    Memory management in Python involves automatic memory allocation and deallocation through garbage collection.

    • Python uses automatic memory management through garbage collection to allocate and deallocate memory.

    • Memory is managed using reference counting and a cycle-detecting garbage collector.

    • Python's memory management is efficient for most use cases, but can lead to memory leaks if circular references are not handled p

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. Garbage Collection in Python
  • Ans. 

    Garbage collection in Python is an automatic memory management process that helps in reclaiming memory occupied by objects that are no longer in use.

    • Python uses a built-in garbage collector to manage memory automatically.

    • The garbage collector in Python uses reference counting and a cycle-detecting algorithm to reclaim memory.

    • Explicitly calling the 'gc.collect()' function can trigger garbage collection in Python.

    • Garbage...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q3. Code a system to query an API, do multiprocessing and improve the efficiency
  • Ans. 

    Code a system to query an API, do multiprocessing and improve efficiency

    • Use a library like requests in Python to query the API

    • Implement multiprocessing using a library like multiprocessing or threading in Python

    • Optimize efficiency by caching API responses or using asynchronous programming

  • Answered by AI

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - This was for a Python Job Posting - Prepare well for basic to advanced level Python core concepts, any online site with a question bank of Python is good enough to prepare
DSA asked is generally easy, do some practice on LeetCode

Skills evaluated in this interview

Interview experience
2
Poor
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
Less than 2 weeks
Result
No response

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

Round 1 - Coding Test 

An online coding test at coderByte. Medium level question.

Round 2 - Technical 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Find sum of distinct elements from two given array.
  • Ans. 

    Sum of distinct elements from two arrays

    • Create a set to store distinct elements from both arrays

    • Iterate through each array and add elements to the set

    • Calculate the sum of elements in the set

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. Discussion around Java,Spring-boot.

Skills evaluated in this interview

Interview experience
4
Good
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
2-4 weeks
Result
Selected Selected

I applied via LinkedIn and was interviewed in Jun 2024. There were 6 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Coding Test 

Hackerrank Coding test with MCQ

Round 2 - Coding Test 

With the Engineering Manager. Two Coding Problems were given along with Data Structures

Round 3 - Coding Test 

With Senior Engineer In Alitmetrik, Coding Problems, Tech Discussion and Data Structures

Round 4 - Technical 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Challenges Faced during the previous Employment.
Round 5 - Coding Test 

Coding Test with Client-R1, One Problem Solving and few tech questions.

Round 6 - Coding Test 

Coding Test with Client-R2, One Problem Solving with Tech Discussions.

Interview Preparation Tips

Topics to prepare for Altimetrik Senior Software Engineer interview:
  • Arrays
  • Strings
  • Data Structures
  • Database
Interview experience
5
Excellent
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
2-4 weeks
Result
Not Selected

I applied via Recruitment Consulltant and was interviewed in May 2024. There were 2 interview rounds.

Round 1 - One-on-one 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Rest API retry based questions.
  • Q2. Data access layer questions
Round 2 - One-on-one 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Dad algo based question
  • Q2. Dad algo based question 2

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - A very thorough interview it was. They also give a small at home test.
Interview experience
5
Excellent
Difficulty level
-
Process Duration
-
Result
-
Round 1 - Technical 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. String code related questions
  • Q2. Singleton Design pattern

Xebia Interview FAQs

How many rounds are there in Xebia Senior Software Engineer interview?
Xebia interview process usually has 1 rounds. The most common rounds in the Xebia interview process are Technical.
How to prepare for Xebia Senior Software 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 Xebia. The most common topics and skills that interviewers at Xebia expect are Python, Artificial Intelligence, C++, Client Server and Deep Learning.
What are the top questions asked in Xebia Senior Software Engineer interview?

Some of the top questions asked at the Xebia Senior Software Engineer interview -

  1. What are Java 8 new features? Which of these have you us...read more
  2. Have you worked on Kafka? How many partitions did your code ha...read more
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