I applied through a recruiter. The process took 3 days. I interviewed at IBM in Aug 2022
Interview
It had 3 rounds all with simple questions and they didn't offer much hike on current: 1. Technical: basic java, spring boot & sql questions 2. Managerial 3. Salary discussion with hr
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
Basic java questions on Object Oriented Programming concepts, Streams API. Some questions related to REST APIs e.g. PUT vs PATCH, Path variable vs request param
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.
