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Updated 27 May 2025
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A Transaction Processing Associate was asked 2mo ago
Q. Are you adaptable to relocation and flexible with shift timings?
Ans. 

I am highly adaptable and open to relocation and flexible shift timings to meet the needs of the organization.

  • I have previously relocated for a job opportunity, which helped me grow both personally and professionally.

  • I understand that shift timings can vary, and I am willing to adjust my schedule to ensure smooth operations.

  • In my last role, I worked night shifts for several months, which taught me to manage my tim...

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A Transaction Processing Associate was asked 2mo ago
Q. What motivated you to select investment banking as your chosen domain?
Ans. 

My passion for finance and desire to impact businesses motivated my choice of investment banking as a career path.

  • Strong interest in financial markets and their dynamics, inspired by reading books like 'The Intelligent Investor'.

  • Desire to work in a fast-paced environment where I can solve complex financial problems, similar to my experience in a finance internship.

  • Aspiration to help companies grow and succeed thro...

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A Fullstack Java Application Developer was asked 3mo ago
Q. How do you conduct code reviews?
Ans. 

Code reviews ensure code quality, maintainability, and knowledge sharing among team members.

  • Establish clear guidelines: Define coding standards and best practices for consistency.

  • Use tools: Leverage tools like GitHub or Bitbucket for pull requests and inline comments.

  • Focus on readability: Ensure code is easy to read and understand; for example, use meaningful variable names.

  • Check for functionality: Verify that the...

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A Fullstack Java Application Developer was asked 3mo ago
Q. What is the purpose of the transient keyword in Java?
Ans. 

The transient keyword in Java prevents serialization of class fields, ensuring sensitive data isn't saved.

  • Used in Java to indicate that a field should not be serialized.

  • Example: `transient int password;` prevents the password field from being serialized.

  • Useful for sensitive information like passwords or temporary data.

  • Transient fields are ignored during the serialization process.

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An Associate was asked 5mo ago
Q. What do you know about derivatives?
Ans. 

Derivatives are financial instruments whose value is derived from an underlying asset or group of assets.

  • Derivatives can be used for hedging, speculation, or arbitrage.

  • Common types of derivatives include options, futures, forwards, and swaps.

  • For example, a call option gives the holder the right to buy an asset at a specified price within a certain time frame.

  • Derivatives are traded on exchanges or over-the-counter ...

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An Engineer Trainee was asked 5mo ago
Q. What are the differences between lists and tuples?
Ans. 

Lists and tuples are both data structures in Python, but lists are mutable while tuples are immutable.

  • Lists are enclosed in square brackets [], while tuples are enclosed in parentheses ().

  • Lists can be modified after creation, while tuples cannot be modified (immutable).

  • Lists are typically used for collections of similar items, while tuples are used for fixed collections of items.

  • Example: list = [1, 2, 3] and tuple...

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A Senior Associate Operations was asked 7mo ago
Q. Tell me about your previous experience.
Ans. 

Experienced in operations management, focusing on process optimization and team leadership to enhance efficiency and productivity.

  • Led a team of 10 in streamlining operations, resulting in a 20% reduction in processing time.

  • Implemented a new inventory management system that decreased stock discrepancies by 30%.

  • Conducted regular training sessions for staff, improving overall team performance and morale.

  • Collaborated ...

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A Senior Engineer was asked 8mo ago
Q. Write a multi-threaded program to print odd and even numbers using two threads, ensuring the output is synchronized.
Ans. 

Use two threads to print odd and even numbers in sync

  • Create two threads, one for printing odd numbers and one for printing even numbers

  • Use synchronization mechanisms like mutex or semaphore to ensure output is in sync

  • Example: Thread 1 prints odd numbers (1, 3, 5, ...) and Thread 2 prints even numbers (2, 4, 6, ...)

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A Senior Engineer was asked 8mo ago
Q. Explain the implementation of a hash map and a hash set.
Ans. 

Hash map and hash set are data structures that use hashing to store key-value pairs and unique values respectively.

  • Hash map uses key-value pairs where keys are hashed to find the corresponding value

  • Hash set stores unique values using hashing to quickly check for duplicates

  • Example: HashMap<String, Integer> map = new HashMap<>(); HashSet<Integer> set = new HashSet<>();

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A Senior Engineer was asked 8mo ago
Q. Explain the singleton pattern and how to break it.
Ans. 

Singleton pattern ensures a class has only one instance and provides a global point of access to it.

  • Singleton pattern involves a private constructor, a static method to access the instance, and a static variable to hold the instance.

  • To break the singleton pattern, one can use reflection to access the private constructor and create multiple instances.

  • Another way to break the singleton pattern is by using serializat...

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BNP Paribas Interview Experiences

190 interviews found

I applied via Referral and was interviewed before Jan 2021. There were 2 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Technical 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. What projects have you handled as part of your job description as a team and standalone
  • Ans. 

    I have led diverse projects, enhancing team collaboration and driving individual initiatives to improve operational efficiency.

    • Led a cross-functional team to implement a new CRM system, resulting in a 30% increase in sales efficiency.

    • Individually developed a training program for new hires, reducing onboarding time by 25%.

    • Managed a project to streamline supply chain processes, which cut costs by 15% over six months.

    • Coll...

  • Answered by AI
Round 2 - HR 

(4 Questions)

  • Q1. Why should we hire you?
  • Q2. Why are you looking for a change?
  • Q3. Tell me about yourself.
  • Q4. What are your strengths and weaknesses?

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Be proficient in things that you have done in your career.
Interview experience
4
Good
Difficulty level
-
Process Duration
-
Result
-
Round 1 - One-on-one 

(5 Questions)

  • Q1. Basic questions on python
  • Q2. Difference between list tuple
  • Ans. 

    Lists and tuples are both data structures in Python, but lists are mutable while tuples are immutable.

    • Lists are enclosed in square brackets [], while tuples are enclosed in parentheses ().

    • Lists can be modified after creation, while tuples cannot be modified (immutable).

    • Lists are typically used for collections of similar items, while tuples are used for fixed collections of items.

    • Example: list = [1, 2, 3] and tuple = (4...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q3. Area of room 6D
  • Ans. 

    The area of a room can be calculated by multiplying the length by the width.

    • Calculate the area by multiplying the length and width of the room.

    • For example, if the length of the room is 10 feet and the width is 12 feet, the area would be 120 square feet.

    • Make sure to use the same units for length and width when calculating the area.

  • Answered by AI
  • Q4. Most emberacing situation u faced in your life
  • Ans. 

    Getting caught cheating on a test in high school

    • Was copying answers from a classmate during a test

    • Teacher caught me and called me out in front of the whole class

    • Felt embarrassed and learned my lesson about cheating

  • Answered by AI
  • Q5. Behavior questions like what will u do if this happens

Senior Engineer Interview Questions & Answers

user image Pratyush Prakash.

posted on 19 Oct 2024

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

I applied via Approached by Company and was interviewed in Sep 2024. There were 5 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Technical 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Multi threading print odd even with 2 threads but output should be in sync
  • Ans. 

    Use two threads to print odd and even numbers in sync

    • Create two threads, one for printing odd numbers and one for printing even numbers

    • Use synchronization mechanisms like mutex or semaphore to ensure output is in sync

    • Example: Thread 1 prints odd numbers (1, 3, 5, ...) and Thread 2 prints even numbers (2, 4, 6, ...)

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. Largest common prefix in string array
  • Ans. 

    Find the largest common prefix among an array of strings.

    • Iterate through the characters of the first string and compare with the corresponding characters of other strings.

    • Stop when a mismatch is found or when reaching the end of any string.

    • Return the prefix found so far.

  • Answered by AI
Round 2 - Technical 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Saga pattern in microservice
  • Ans. 

    Saga pattern is a design pattern used in microservices architecture to manage distributed transactions.

    • Saga pattern breaks down a transaction into a series of smaller, independent steps.

    • Each step in the saga is a separate transaction that can be rolled back if needed.

    • If one step fails, compensating transactions can be executed to undo the changes made by previous steps.

    • Saga pattern helps maintain data consistency in a ...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. API validation and security
Round 3 - Technical 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Micro service inter communication
  • Q2. Hash map hash set implementation
  • Ans. 

    Hash map and hash set are data structures that use hashing to store key-value pairs and unique values respectively.

    • Hash map uses key-value pairs where keys are hashed to find the corresponding value

    • Hash set stores unique values using hashing to quickly check for duplicates

    • Example: HashMap<String, Integer> map = new HashMap<>(); HashSet<Integer> set = new HashSet<>();

  • Answered by AI
Round 4 - One-on-one 

(3 Questions)

  • Q1. Validation frame work .
  • Q2. Design pattern , .
  • Q3. Singleton pattern and how to break
  • Ans. 

    Singleton pattern ensures a class has only one instance and provides a global point of access to it.

    • Singleton pattern involves a private constructor, a static method to access the instance, and a static variable to hold the instance.

    • To break the singleton pattern, one can use reflection to access the private constructor and create multiple instances.

    • Another way to break the singleton pattern is by using serialization a...

  • Answered by AI
Round 5 - HR 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Negotiation on package .
  • Q2. Why to join here
  • Ans. 

    I am excited about the innovative projects and collaborative team environment at this company.

    • Opportunity to work on cutting-edge projects

    • Collaborative team environment

    • Strong company culture and values

    • Room for growth and advancement

    • Positive reputation in the industry

  • Answered by AI

Skills evaluated in this interview

Interview experience
4
Good
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
4-6 weeks
Result
-

I appeared for an interview in Sep 2024.

Round 1 - MCQ's 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Hackerrank test with multiple choice questions on concepts of Java, Spring Boot etc.
Round 2 - Technical 

(5 Questions)

  • Q1. Functional Interface
  • Q2. Transient keyword
  • Ans. 

    The transient keyword in Java prevents serialization of class fields, ensuring sensitive data isn't saved.

    • Used in Java to indicate that a field should not be serialized.

    • Example: `transient int password;` prevents the password field from being serialized.

    • Useful for sensitive information like passwords or temporary data.

    • Transient fields are ignored during the serialization process.

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  • Q3. Docker
  • Q4. Unit testing
  • Q5. Find the first non repeating character in a given string
  • Ans. 

    To find the first non-repeating character in a string, we can use a frequency count to identify unique characters efficiently.

    • Frequency Count: Use a hash map or dictionary to count occurrences of each character in the string.

    • Iterate Through String: After counting, iterate through the string again to find the first character with a count of 1.

    • Example: For the string 'swiss', the frequency count would be {'s': 3, 'w': 1,...

  • Answered by AI
Round 3 - Behavioral 

(3 Questions)

  • Q1. Questions related to Agile method
  • Q2. Explain the deployment process in your project
  • Q3. How will you do code review
  • Ans. 

    Code reviews ensure code quality, maintainability, and knowledge sharing among team members.

    • Establish clear guidelines: Define coding standards and best practices for consistency.

    • Use tools: Leverage tools like GitHub or Bitbucket for pull requests and inline comments.

    • Focus on readability: Ensure code is easy to read and understand; for example, use meaningful variable names.

    • Check for functionality: Verify that the code...

  • Answered by AI
Round 4 - HR 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Tell me about yourself
  • Q2. Few other basic questions
Interview experience
4
Good
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
2-4 weeks
Result
-

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

Round 1 - Technical 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Basic questions about sql and PLSQL topics
  • Q2. Scenario based questions and write few sql queries
Round 2 - Technical 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Performance tuning related questions
  • Q2. Explain project details

Support Analyst Interview Questions & Answers

user image Karan Pardi

posted on 17 Aug 2024

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

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Questions related to Database queries. e.g:- how to delete the duplicate record.
  • Q2. Linux commands. e.g :- how to grep only numbers from a file
Round 2 - One-on-one 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Questions on change management
  • Q2. Situation based questions
Round 3 - Behavioral 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Explain the trade life cycle
  • Ans. 

    The trade life cycle refers to the stages involved in the processing of a trade from initiation to settlement.

    • Initiation: Trade is proposed and agreed upon by parties involved.

    • Execution: Trade is executed on the agreed terms.

    • Confirmation: Parties confirm the details of the trade.

    • Clearing: Trade details are matched and processed for settlement.

    • Settlement: Actual exchange of funds and securities takes place.

    • Post-trade: A...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. Prioritising of issues
  • Ans. 

    Prioritising issues involves assessing urgency, impact, and resources available to address them.

    • Assess urgency of each issue based on impact on business operations

    • Consider impact on customers or stakeholders

    • Evaluate resources available to address each issue

    • Prioritise issues based on urgency, impact, and available resources

    • Communicate priorities to stakeholders and team members

  • Answered by AI
Round 4 - HR 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Why you left the previous organisation
  • Q2. What do you expect from our company
Interview experience
4
Good
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
-
Result
No response

I appeared for an interview in Oct 2024.

Round 1 - Technical 

(4 Questions)

  • Q1. Spring cloud gateway
  • Q2. JWT Token structure and details
  • Ans. 

    JWT token is a JSON web token used for authentication and contains three parts: header, payload, and signature.

    • JWT token consists of three parts: header, payload, and signature.

    • Header contains the type of token and the signing algorithm used.

    • Payload contains claims about the user and additional data.

    • Signature is used to verify that the sender of the JWT is who it says it is.

    • JWT tokens are encoded and can be easily deco...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q3. Java 11 features
  • Q4. Stream related problems

Associate Interview Questions & Answers

user image Anonymous

posted on 21 Jan 2025

Interview experience
3
Average
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
Less than 2 weeks
Result
Selected Selected

I applied via Referral and was interviewed in Jul 2024. There was 1 interview round.

Round 1 - One-on-one 

(4 Questions)

  • Q1. Asked many questions regarding banking trade, fees management, transaction monitoring, Derivatives
  • Q2. What do you know about derivatives?
  • Ans. 

    Derivatives are financial instruments whose value is derived from an underlying asset or group of assets.

    • Derivatives can be used for hedging, speculation, or arbitrage.

    • Common types of derivatives include options, futures, forwards, and swaps.

    • For example, a call option gives the holder the right to buy an asset at a specified price within a certain time frame.

    • Derivatives are traded on exchanges or over-the-counter (OTC)...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q3. Type of risk you handled in your current process
  • Ans. 

    I handled operational risk in my current process.

    • Identifying potential risks in daily operations

    • Implementing controls to mitigate risks

    • Monitoring and evaluating the effectiveness of risk management strategies

  • Answered by AI
  • Q4. Scenario based question

Team Lead Interview Questions & Answers

user image Anonymous

posted on 7 Nov 2024

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

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Not applicable question
  • Q2. Not applicable questions
Round 2 - HR 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. HR round was crucial as the third round
  • Q2. HR round was crucial
Interview experience
3
Average
Difficulty level
Hard
Process Duration
2-4 weeks
Result
Not Selected

I appeared for an interview in Apr 2025, where I was asked the following questions.

  • Q1. A bayes theorem question
  • Q2. Monte carlo simulation
  • Ans. 

    Monte Carlo simulation is a statistical technique used to model and analyze complex systems through random sampling.

    • Used in finance to estimate the value of investments by simulating thousands of market scenarios.

    • In project management, it helps assess risks by simulating project timelines and costs.

    • In physics, it can model particle interactions by simulating random paths of particles.

    • Example: Pricing options using the ...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q3. Why do you want to switch?
  • Ans. 

    I seek to switch to quantitative research to leverage my analytical skills in finance and contribute to data-driven decision-making.

    • Passion for data analysis: I enjoy working with complex datasets to uncover insights, as demonstrated in my previous role analyzing market trends.

    • Desire for impact: I want to contribute to strategic decisions that can influence financial outcomes, similar to my experience optimizing tradin...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q4. 2nd round : DSA problems, was not able to solve
Interview experience
5
Excellent
Difficulty level
-
Process Duration
-
Result
-
Round 1 - Aptitude Test 

Basic accounting questions

Round 2 - Technical 

(3 Questions)

  • Q1. What is financial market
  • Ans. 

    Financial market is a platform where buyers and sellers trade financial securities, commodities, and other fungible items.

    • Financial markets facilitate the exchange of assets such as stocks, bonds, currencies, and derivatives.

    • They provide a platform for companies to raise capital through issuing stocks or bonds.

    • Financial markets can be categorized into primary markets (new securities are issued) and secondary markets (e...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. What is investment banking
  • Ans. 

    Investment banking involves providing financial services to corporations, governments, and other institutions.

    • Facilitates mergers and acquisitions

    • Underwrites securities offerings

    • Provides financial advisory services

    • Assists with raising capital for clients

    • Engages in trading and market-making activities

  • Answered by AI
  • Q3. What is Net Asset Value
  • Ans. 

    Net Asset Value (NAV) is the value of a fund's assets minus its liabilities, divided by the number of shares outstanding.

    • NAV is calculated by subtracting the fund's liabilities from its assets.

    • The result is then divided by the number of shares outstanding to determine the NAV per share.

    • NAV is used to determine the price at which investors can buy or sell shares of the fund.

    • It is an important metric for investors to tra...

  • Answered by AI
Round 3 - One-on-one 

(3 Questions)

  • Q1. Tell me about yourself
  • Ans. 

    I am a detail-oriented professional with a strong background in accounting and a passion for financial analysis.

    • I have a Bachelor's degree in Accounting and have worked in the finance industry for 5 years.

    • I am proficient in financial reporting, reconciliations, and fund accounting principles.

    • I have experience using accounting software such as QuickBooks and Excel to analyze financial data.

    • I am a team player and have ex...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. Journal entries
  • Q3. Talk on current affairs
  • Ans. 

    I will discuss the impact of COVID-19 on the global economy and financial markets.

    • COVID-19 pandemic led to economic slowdown worldwide

    • Stock markets experienced volatility due to uncertainty

    • Central banks implemented stimulus measures to support economies

    • Remote work became the norm for many industries

    • Supply chain disruptions affected various sectors

  • Answered by AI

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Learn much about financial markets, securities, primary and secondary markets

BNP Paribas Interview FAQs

How many rounds are there in BNP Paribas interview?
BNP Paribas interview process usually has 2-3 rounds. The most common rounds in the BNP Paribas interview process are Technical, HR and One-on-one Round.
How to prepare for BNP Paribas 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 BNP Paribas. The most common topics and skills that interviewers at BNP Paribas expect are Financial Services, Analytical, Reconciliation, Retail Banking and Operations.
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How long is the BNP Paribas interview process?

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

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