I applied online. The process took 3 months. I interviewed at IBM (New York, NY) in Mar 2021
Interview
Application Review: Screening of resume and cover letter.
Initial HR Interview: Basic screening call to discuss background, experience, and fit.
Technical Phone Interview: Questions on programming, data structures, algorithms, and problem-solving skills.
Coding Challenge: A timed coding test to assess coding ability and logical thinking.
On-site Interviews: Multiple rounds with team members focusing on technical skills, cultural fit, and behavioral questions.
Final HR Round: Discussion about salary, benefits, and role expectations.
Offer and Onboarding: If successful, an offer is extended followed by an onboarding process.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
Application Review: Screening of resume and cover letter.
Initial HR Interview: Basic screening call to discuss background, experience, and fit.
Technical Phone Interview: Questions on programming, data structures, algorithms, and problem-solving skills.
Coding Challenge: A timed coding test to assess coding ability and logical thinking.
On-site Interviews: Multiple rounds with team members focusing on technical skills, cultural fit, and behavioral questions.
Final HR Round: Discussion about salary, benefits, and role expectations.
Offer and Onboarding: If successful, an offer is extended followed by an onboarding process.
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.
