The interview process consisted of six to seven rounds in total:
1. Assignment – The process started with a take-home assignment/coding task designed to evaluate problem-solving ability, code quality, and understanding of core concepts.
2. Technical Round 1 – A hands-on technical discussion focused on data structures, algorithms, and practical coding skills. This included live problem-solving and whiteboard/collaborative coding exercises.
3. Technical Round 2 – A deeper technical evaluation that covered system design, architecture, scalability, and sometimes advanced coding challenges.
4. High-Level Design (HLD) – A round dedicated to high-level system design, where I was asked to architect solutions for real-world problems. The focus was on scalability, fault-tolerance, and trade-offs between different approaches.
5. Low-Level Design (LLD) – A detailed design round that went into class structures, database schema, APIs, and implementation details. This tested how well I can translate an HLD into an executable design.
6. VP of Engineering – A leadership and culture-fit round with the VP of Engineering. Questions were around ownership, past projects, leadership qualities, and alignment with company values.
7. CTO Round – The final round with the CTO, which was more about vision, alignment with company goals, and understanding how I could contribute at a strategic level.
