I applied through an employee referral. The process took 4 weeks. I interviewed at Google (Mountain View, CA) in Aug 2018
Interview
Interview process was as usual. I went till the final round of onsite interview.
When I got rejected, I asked if they can consider me for an internship.
I received a reply saying, they accidentally interviewed my for a senior position and would like to start the process all over again.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
usual coding questions, one where you have to have to consider corner cases.
2 technical round ,1 face to face other telephonic , basic data structure questions were asked.java programming on string were asked, buble sort , selection sort .Overall interview was intermediate with basic programming questions
The interview was insightful and professionally conducted. The questions were relevant, probing both technical skills and soft skills. The interviewer maintained a friendly yet formal demeanor, ensuring a comfortable environment. Clear, concise feedback was provided, highlighting strengths and areas for improvement. Overall, it was a positive and constructive experience.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
Can you describe a challenging project you worked on and how you overcame the obstacles?
How do you prioritize tasks when working on multiple projects with tight deadlines?
Can you give an example of a time when you had to collaborate with a difficult team member? How did you handle it?
What strategies do you use to stay updated with the latest trends and developments in your field?
How do you approach problem-solving when faced with a task outside of your expertise?
I applied through an employee referral. I interviewed at Google (San Francisco, CA)
Interview
I was referred by a friend. 2 technical coding rounds, last inperson interview round with 3 departments in google office. This involved coding as well. I got rejected. Later I was told that they interviewed me for higher position by mistake and would like initiate the process again.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
Among three interviewers one coding question was difficult and was not meant for entry level candidate