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Xilinx System Design Engineer Interview Questions and Answers

Updated 28 Jan 2021

Xilinx System Design Engineer Interview Experiences

1 interview found

I was interviewed before Jan 2020.

Interview Questionnaire 

1 Question

  • Q1. Question were very basics.. as my profile is for FPGA automation via vivado so question was from FPGA ONLY.. Like what is FPGA, axi protocol, FPGA flow, Verilog, Python and many more things have been but w...

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

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Last Project details
  • Ans. 

    Designed and implemented a cloud-based data analytics platform for real-time monitoring of network performance.

    • Led a team of 5 engineers in developing the platform using AWS services such as EC2, S3, and Lambda functions

    • Integrated data visualization tools like Tableau for generating reports and dashboards

    • Implemented machine learning algorithms for predictive analysis of network outages

    • Collaborated with stakeholders to ...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. SV -UVM questions
Interview experience
3
Average
Difficulty level
Hard
Process Duration
2-4 weeks
Result
Selected Selected

I applied via Referral and was interviewed before Jul 2022. There were 3 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Resume Shortlist 
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Round 2 - Technical 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Questions about Thermal basics. JD also about melting point temperatures
Round 3 - HR 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Salary negotiations and joining date details
Interview experience
5
Excellent
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
More than 8 weeks
Result
Selected Selected

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

Round 1 - Technical 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. What were your previous projects that you have worked on
  • Ans. 

    I have worked on projects related to developing software for autonomous vehicles and implementing machine learning algorithms for predictive maintenance.

    • Developed software for autonomous vehicles to improve navigation and obstacle avoidance

    • Implemented machine learning algorithms for predictive maintenance in manufacturing plants

    • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to integrate new technologies into existing systems

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  • Q2. What all your technical skills and stacks that you have previously used for your projects
  • Ans. 

    I have experience with Java, Python, SQL, AWS, Docker, and Kubernetes in my previous projects.

    • Java

    • Python

    • SQL

    • AWS

    • Docker

    • Kubernetes

  • Answered by AI
Round 2 - Technical 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. What is docker and why do we use it for containerising applications
  • Ans. 

    Docker is a platform for developing, shipping, and running applications in containers.

    • Docker allows applications to be isolated in containers, making them portable and easy to deploy across different environments.

    • Containers share the host OS kernel but run as isolated processes, providing lightweight and efficient virtualization.

    • Docker simplifies the process of packaging applications and their dependencies, ensuring co...

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  • Q2. What is database normalisation and how your project benefited from it in the past
  • Ans. 

    Database normalization is the process of organizing data in a database to reduce redundancy and improve data integrity.

    • Database normalization involves breaking down data into smaller, more manageable tables and defining relationships between them.

    • It helps in reducing data redundancy, improving data integrity, and making the database more efficient.

    • For example, in a project I worked on, we normalized the database by spl...

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Round 3 - Technical 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. What has been your experience with challenging projects
  • Ans. 

    I have extensive experience working on challenging projects in various industries.

    • Led a team in developing a complex software solution for a major client

    • Managed a project with tight deadlines and limited resources

    • Implemented innovative solutions to overcome technical obstacles

    • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to deliver successful outcomes

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  • Q2. How would you approach learning about new domain and technologies with a different background
  • Ans. 

    I would approach learning about new domain and technologies with a different background by leveraging my existing skills, seeking out resources, and collaborating with experts in the field.

    • Identify key concepts and terminology in the new domain

    • Seek out online courses, tutorials, and books to gain foundational knowledge

    • Collaborate with colleagues or mentors who have experience in the new domain

    • Experiment with hands-on p...

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  • Python
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  • Django
  • Databases
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Skills evaluated in this interview

Interview experience
4
Good
Difficulty level
-
Process Duration
-
Result
-

I applied via Company Website and was interviewed before May 2023. There was 1 interview round.

Round 1 - Aptitude Test 

Questions related to digital and Analog electronics were asked

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

I applied via Company Website and was interviewed before Jan 2023. There were 2 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Coding Test 

Simple Python Coding questions.

Round 2 - One-on-one 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Logical questions on Memory allocation.

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Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Look at problems asked to solve with a open mind, it will really help answering the questions.
Interview experience
1
Bad
Difficulty level
Hard
Process Duration
Less than 2 weeks
Result
Not Selected

I was interviewed before Feb 2024.

Round 1 - Technical 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. NX tool test given
  • Q2. Technical round with interviewers
Interview experience
4
Good
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
Less than 2 weeks
Result
Selected Selected

I was interviewed before Feb 2023.

Round 1 - Coding Test 

Practice on hackerrank, they send hackerrank link for screening round.

Round 2 - Technical 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. C, os, embedded questions
Round 3 - Technical 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. C, data structures,os
Round 4 - HR 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Previous jobs, salary discussion, relocation

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Practice basic, logical, coding questions for embedded interviews ex. Simple Data structures, bit manipulation etc
Interview experience
5
Excellent
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
2-4 weeks
Result
Selected Selected

I applied via Referral and was interviewed in Sep 2023. There were 4 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Technical 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Find the length of longest common subsequence in given strings.
  • Ans. 

    The length of the longest common subsequence in given strings is found using dynamic programming.

    • Use dynamic programming to find the length of the longest common subsequence.

    • Compare characters of the strings and build a matrix to store the lengths of common subsequences.

    • Traverse the matrix to find the length of the longest common subsequence.

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  • Q2. A basic DFS based graph question.
Round 2 - Coding Test 

Write the algorithm for topological sorting.

Round 3 - Technical 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Basic system design questions.
  • Q2. Explain CAP theorem.
  • Ans. 

    CAP theorem states that in a distributed system, it is impossible to simultaneously guarantee consistency, availability, and partition tolerance.

    • Consistency: All nodes in the system have the same data at the same time.

    • Availability: Every request gets a response, even if some nodes are down.

    • Partition Tolerance: The system continues to operate despite network partitions.

    • In a distributed system, you can only achieve two o...

  • Answered by AI
Round 4 - HR 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Explain your previous projects .

Skills evaluated in this interview

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

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. What is VLSI design cycle ?
  • Ans. 

    VLSI design cycle is the process of creating integrated circuits by going through various stages from design to fabrication.

    • VLSI design cycle involves stages like specification, design, verification, synthesis, and fabrication.

    • It starts with defining the requirements and specifications of the integrated circuit.

    • Design phase includes logic design, circuit design, and physical design.

    • Verification ensures that the design ...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. FIFO Pipeline depth calculation
Round 2 - Technical 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Verilog code debug question

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Do read job JD and prepare accordingly

Skills evaluated in this interview

Xilinx Interview FAQs

How to prepare for Xilinx System Design 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 Xilinx. The most common topics and skills that interviewers at Xilinx expect are Xilinx, FPGA, Python, SOC and PCIE.

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