Aggregated from 2 candidate experiences for ALL.
The interview process for SDE-1 candidates is centered on two main pillars: machine coding and algorithmic problem-solving.
Round Breakdown:
Key Questions:
The candidate underwent a series of interviews at various companies including ClearTax, Udaan, Amazon, GE HealthCare, and DE Shaw. Despite multiple technical rounds and successful completion of several coding challenges, the candidate faced rejections across these attempts.
Machine coding round focused on implementing Sudoku using object-oriented programming principles.
Implement Sudoku using OOP principles
Review of the machine coding implementation with a focus on code improvement and architectural scenarios.
Data structures and algorithms round involving two stock trading problems.
Best Time to Buy and Sell Stock II
Best Time to Buy and Sell Stock IV
The candidate interviewed for an SDE-1 role at ClearTax in 2019. The process consisted of a machine coding round, a review round, and a final DSA round, resulting in a rejection.
Machine coding round focused on implementing a Sudoku game using object-oriented programming principles.
Review of the machine coding implementation with a focus on design improvements and scenario handling.
Data structures and algorithms round involving two problems related to stock trading.
Best Time to Buy and Sell Stock II
Best Time to Buy and Sell Stock IV
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