Round 1 (Machine Coding Round)
Questions:
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List of 7 mandatory features was given to implement, along with 2 bonus features.
Candidate's Approach
- Implemented workable and modular code with all 7 mandatory features.
- Engaged in a good discussion with the interviewer about how to implement the bonus features.
Interviewer's Feedback
- The interviewer thoroughly evaluated the code and tested it for corner cases.
- Provided a couple of minor feedbacks during the interview.
Round 2 (PSDS Round)
Questions:
- House Robber II (https://leetcode.com/problems/house-robber-ii/description/)
- Trapping rainwater problem
Candidate's Approach
- Solved both problems within 30 minutes without any hiccup or help from the interviewer.
Interviewer's Feedback
No feedback provided.
Round 3 (Design Round)
Questions: Design a University grading system.
- Asked to list down requirements (functional only), classes and their entities, DB schema, and API contracts.
Candidate's Approach
- Discussed the relation between classes and DB schema but was not asked to draw a class diagram.
Interviewer's Feedback
The recruiter mentioned that the round was okayish.
Round 4 (Hiring Manager Round)
Questions:
- Discussed projects, architecture, and how microservices interact.
- Asked about the process of working, task approach, team structure, and behavioral questions regarding achievements and leadership experiences.
Candidate's Approach
- Felt that the round went smoothly and did not encounter any difficulties.
Interviewer's Feedback
No feedback provided.
Result: Received an automated mail of rejection without any specific feedback. Overall, the candidate felt that the process went smoothly, except for minor feedback in the machine coding round and an okayish design round.