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Amazon SDE Interview Questions and Answers

Updated 22 Jul 2025

53 Interview questions

A SDE was asked 6mo ago
Q. How do you construct a tree from preorder and postorder traversals?
Ans. 

Construct a binary tree using given preorder and postorder traversals.

  • Preorder traversal: Root -> Left -> Right.

  • Postorder traversal: Left -> Right -> Root.

  • The first element of preorder is the root of the tree.

  • The last element of postorder is also the root of the tree.

  • To build the tree, recursively find left and right subtrees.

  • Example: Preorder: [A, B, D, E, C] and Postorder: [D, E, B, C, A] forms a tre...

A SDE was asked 11mo ago
Q. How do you handle pressure?
Ans. 

I handle pressure by staying organized, prioritizing tasks, and taking breaks when needed.

  • I prioritize tasks based on deadlines and importance

  • I break down large tasks into smaller, manageable steps

  • I communicate with team members or supervisors if feeling overwhelmed

  • I practice mindfulness techniques like deep breathing or meditation to stay calm

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A SDE was asked 12mo ago
Q. Given n ropes of different lengths, connect them into a single rope with minimum cost. The cost to connect two ropes is equal to the sum of their lengths. Find the optimal cost to connect all the ropes.
Ans. 

Combine ropes to minimize cost by always combining the two shortest ropes

  • Sort the ropes in ascending order

  • Combine the two shortest ropes at each step

  • Update the cost and add the new combined rope back to the list

  • Repeat until only one rope is left

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A SDE was asked 12mo ago
Q. Given n non-negative integers representing an elevation map where the width of each bar is 1, compute how much water it can trap after raining.
Ans. 

Calculate the amount of water that can be trapped between elevation bars after rainfall.

  • Use two pointers to traverse the height array from both ends.

  • Maintain left and right max heights to calculate trapped water.

  • Example: For heights [0,1,0,2,1,0,1,3,2,1,2,1], the trapped water is 6.

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A SDE was asked
Q. Implement a linked list.
Ans. 

A linked list is a data structure consisting of nodes where each node points to the next node in the sequence.

  • Create a Node class with data and next pointer

  • Initialize a head pointer to null

  • Add nodes by updating next pointers

A SDE was asked
Q. Given a linked list, detect if there is a loop in it. If a loop exists, find the node where the loop begins.
Ans. 

To find a loop in a linked list, use Floyd's Tortoise and Hare algorithm.

  • Use two pointers, slow and fast, to traverse the linked list.

  • If there is a loop, the two pointers will eventually meet at the same node.

  • To find the start of the loop, reset one pointer to the head and move both pointers at the same pace.

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A SDE was asked
Q. Explain the Big O notation of Orthogonal Array.
Ans. 

BigO of OA refers to the time complexity analysis of the algorithm OA.

  • BigO notation is used to describe the worst-case time complexity of an algorithm.

  • It provides an upper bound on the growth rate of the algorithm's time complexity as the input size increases.

  • For example, if an algorithm has a time complexity of O(n^2), it means that the algorithm's running time grows quadratically with the input size.

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A SDE was asked
Q. In Spring, are objects immutable or mutable?
Ans. 

Spring is immutable

  • Spring framework is immutable

  • Once a Spring bean is created, its state cannot be changed

  • Any modifications to a Spring bean result in a new instance being created

A SDE was asked
Q. Describe a modified version of the Knapsack problem.
Ans. 

Modified Knapsack problem

  • Similar to Knapsack problem, but with additional constraints or modifications

  • May involve multiple knapsacks or fractional items

  • Examples include 0/1 Knapsack with profit and weight limits, bounded Knapsack with item quantity limits

A SDE was asked
Q. Describe a sliding window problem where you minimized the partial sum of the array.
Ans. 

Sliding window problem to minimize partial sum of array.

  • Use two pointers to maintain the window.

  • Move the right pointer to expand the window and left pointer to shrink it.

  • Keep track of the minimum partial sum seen so far.

  • Example: Given array [2, 3, 1, 2, 4, 3] and window size 3, the minimum partial sum is 6.

Amazon SDE Interview Experiences

46 interviews found

SDE Interview Questions & Answers

user image Anonymous

posted on 12 Jan 2025

Interview experience
5
Excellent
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
2-4 weeks
Result
Selected Selected

I applied via Referral and was interviewed in Dec 2024. There were 2 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Coding Test 

OA consisted of two DSA questions.

Round 2 - Technical 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Was asked dsa based questions.

SDE Interview Questions & Answers

user image Vijayalakshmi Chidambaram

posted on 21 Nov 2024

Interview experience
4
Good
Difficulty level
-
Process Duration
-
Result
-
Round 1 - Technical 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. General behavioral kinda questions on my last project
  • Q2. LLD question where coding in 30 mins

SDE Interview Questions & Answers

user image Anonymous

posted on 9 Dec 2024

Interview experience
5
Excellent
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
-
Result
Selected Selected

I applied via LinkedIn and was interviewed in Nov 2024. There were 3 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Aptitude Test 

Simple Normal DSA Question

Round 2 - Coding Test 

Focus on DSA and optimization

Round 3 - Coding Test 

Project Discussion and some Date structure questions

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - It was normal simple

SDE Interview Questions & Answers

user image Anonymous

posted on 12 Jan 2025

Interview experience
5
Excellent
Difficulty level
-
Process Duration
-
Result
Selected Selected
Round 1 - Coding Test 

Good DSA Questions
Recursion, Graph and Tree

SDE Interview Questions & Answers

user image Anonymous

posted on 12 Sep 2024

Interview experience
4
Good
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
-
Result
No response

I applied via Company Website and was interviewed in Aug 2024. There were 2 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Technical 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. String pattern matching
  • Q2. Behavioral questions
Round 2 - Technical 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Behavioral questions
  • Q2. BFS file system

SDE Interview Questions & Answers

user image Anonymous

posted on 31 Dec 2024

Interview experience
5
Excellent
Difficulty level
-
Process Duration
-
Result
-
Round 1 - Assignment 

There are two straightforward data structure and algorithm questions, while the others primarily consist of multiple-choice questions, mostly focusing on nodes and Python.

Round 2 - Coding Test 

In the telephonic round, they primarily assess your problem-solving skills. The interviewer asked me a binary search question, which I was able to solve, but it took me a considerable amount of time to arrive at the solution. This was likely the main reason for my rejection.

SDE Interview Questions & Answers

user image Aryan Verma

posted on 28 Oct 2024

Interview experience
5
Excellent
Difficulty level
Hard
Process Duration
Less than 2 weeks
Result
Selected Selected

I applied via Naukri.com and was interviewed in Sep 2024. There was 1 interview round.

Round 1 - Aptitude Test 

Find the order of excecution in sql

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - nothing as such go with the flow....

SDE Interview Questions & Answers

user image Yatharth Singh

posted on 5 Dec 2024

Interview experience
3
Average
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
Less than 2 weeks
Result
Not Selected

I applied via LinkedIn and was interviewed in Nov 2024. There was 1 interview round.

Round 1 - Coding Test 

It was a one hour DS Algo Round based on recursion and DP. I managed to get to the logic for the problem but couldn't execute compltely due to time constraints

SDE Interview Questions & Answers

user image Anonymous

posted on 29 Jun 2024

Interview experience
4
Good
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
Less than 2 weeks
Result
Not Selected

I applied via Naukri.com and was interviewed in May 2024. There were 2 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Coding Test 

HACKER RANK TEST WITH MEDIUM LEVEL QUESTIONS

Round 2 - Technical 

(3 Questions)

  • Q1. CREATE A LINKED LIST
  • Ans. 

    A linked list is a data structure consisting of nodes where each node points to the next node in the sequence.

    • Create a Node class with data and next pointer

    • Initialize a head pointer to null

    • Add nodes by updating next pointers

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. FIND THE LOOP IN LINKED LIST
  • Ans. 

    To find a loop in a linked list, use Floyd's Tortoise and Hare algorithm.

    • Use two pointers, slow and fast, to traverse the linked list.

    • If there is a loop, the two pointers will eventually meet at the same node.

    • To find the start of the loop, reset one pointer to the head and move both pointers at the same pace.

  • Answered by AI
  • Q3. QUESTION BASED ON DYNAMIC PROGRAMMING

Interview Preparation Tips

Topics to prepare for Amazon SDE interview:
  • Data Structures
  • Algorithms
  • Java
Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - PREPARE WELL ON DATA STRUCTURES AND ALGORITHMS

Skills evaluated in this interview

SDE Interview Questions & Answers

user image Anonymous

posted on 24 Aug 2024

Interview experience
5
Excellent
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
Less than 2 weeks
Result
Selected Selected

I applied via Company Website and was interviewed in Jul 2024. There were 5 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Coding Test 

SLiding window problem

Round 2 - Coding Test 

Tree problem variation

Round 3 - Coding Test 

DP Problems same questions but with different cases

Round 4 - HR 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Experience with last company
  • Ans. 

    I worked at a tech startup where I developed web applications and implemented new features.

    • Led a team of developers to successfully launch a new mobile app

    • Implemented a new payment gateway system to improve user experience

    • Collaborated with product managers to prioritize and deliver features on time

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. How you handle pressure
  • Ans. 

    I handle pressure by staying organized, prioritizing tasks, and taking breaks when needed.

    • I prioritize tasks based on deadlines and importance

    • I break down large tasks into smaller, manageable steps

    • I communicate with team members or supervisors if feeling overwhelmed

    • I practice mindfulness techniques like deep breathing or meditation to stay calm

  • Answered by AI
Round 5 - Behavioral 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Behavioural ROund

Amazon Interview FAQs

How many rounds are there in Amazon SDE interview?
Amazon interview process usually has 2-3 rounds. The most common rounds in the Amazon interview process are Coding Test, Technical and Resume Shortlist.
How to prepare for Amazon SDE interview?
Go through your CV in detail and study all the technologies mentioned in your CV. Prepare at least two technologies or languages in depth if you are appearing for a technical interview at Amazon. The most common topics and skills that interviewers at Amazon expect are Clinical SAS Programming, Architectural Design, C++, Computer Science and Analytical Chemistry.
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How long is the Amazon SDE interview process?

The duration of Amazon SDE interview process can vary, but typically it takes about less than 2 weeks to complete.

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