I applied through a recruiter. I interviewed at IBM (Blacksburg, VA) in Apr 2016
Interview
The hiring and interview process... for the actual project I signed up for.... was great. Went smooth talked about the team and what I would be doing and then went ahead and ask me technical questions about the project. Then on my last day of college I got informed they moved me to something I did not prepare for.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
How well are you familiar with OOP and Linux OS, briefly describe some things about the operating system
Applied through the company portal, completed an online coding assessment, followed by a technical interview covering data structures, algorithms, OOP concepts, and project experience. Concluded with an HR discussion about the role, career goals, availability, and compensation expectations.
## IBM Interview Process
The process began with initial resume shortlisting, followed by competitive **DSA and coding rounds** to test core technical concepts. After clearing those, I cleared two comprehensive interviews with the **Hiring Manager/Tech Expert** and **HR**.
Describe the interview process: The process consisted of three rounds: an initial online assessment focusing on data structures and algorithms, followed by two technical video interviews. The technical rounds were intensive, covering system design, live coding, and deep-dive questions into previous project experience and database optimization.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
Design a scalable URL shortener system and explain how you would handle high read/write throughput.
