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Infosys Senior Software Engineer Interview Questions and Answers

Updated 27 Jun 2025

64 Interview questions

A Senior Software Engineer was asked
Q. What is the difference between arraylist and linked list What are different types of annotations used in spring boot What is lambda expression?
Ans. 

ArrayList and LinkedList are both data structures used to store and manipulate collections of objects in Java.

  • ArrayList is implemented as a resizable array, while LinkedList is implemented as a doubly linked list.

  • ArrayList provides constant time access to elements using their index, while LinkedList provides constant time insertion and deletion of elements.

  • Spring Boot annotations include @Controller, @Service, @Re...

A Senior Software Engineer was asked
Q. What is the difference between truncate and delete in mySQL How to truncate a table in MySQL Methodology used in your project like agile etc
Ans. 

Truncate removes all data from a table while delete removes specific rows.

  • Truncate is faster than delete as it doesn't log individual row deletions

  • Truncate resets auto-increment values while delete doesn't

  • To truncate a table in MySQL, use the TRUNCATE TABLE statement

  • Methodology used in my project was Agile

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A Senior Software Engineer was asked
Q. Extension methods in C#
Ans. 

Extension methods allow adding functionality to existing types without modifying them.

  • Extension methods are defined in a static class.

  • They must be marked with the 'this' keyword before the first parameter.

  • They can be called on instances of the extended type as if they were instance methods.

  • Extension methods can be used to add functionality to third-party or built-in types.

  • Example: 'myString.Reverse()' where 'Rever...

A Senior Software Engineer was asked
Q. Describe about procure to pay process
Ans. 

Procure to pay process is a series of steps involved in purchasing goods or services from a supplier and making payment for them.

  • The process starts with identifying the need for a product or service.

  • A purchase requisition is created and sent for approval.

  • Once approved, a purchase order is generated and sent to the supplier.

  • The supplier delivers the goods or services and an invoice is received.

  • The invoice is matche...

Infosys Senior Software Engineer Interview Experiences

82 interviews found

Interview experience
2
Poor
Difficulty level
Easy
Process Duration
Less than 2 weeks
Result
Selected Selected

I appeared for an interview in Feb 2025.

Round 1 - Technical 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Some deep question on stream API of Java8
  • Q2. Two program questions -> Anagram String and find first non repeating character from a string
  • Ans. 

    An anagram is a word formed by rearranging the letters of another, while non-repeating characters are unique in a string.

    • Anagram Check: To determine if two strings are anagrams, sort both strings and compare them. Example: 'listen' and 'silent'.

    • Character Count: Use a hash map to count occurrences of each character in a string to find the first non-repeating character. Example: 'swiss' returns 'w'.

    • Case Sensitivity: Cons...

  • Answered by AI
Round 2 - Technical 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Questions on Product development phases
  • Q2. Questions on Agile methodologies

Interview Preparation Tips

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Interview experience
3
Average
Difficulty level
-
Process Duration
-
Result
-
Round 1 - Technical 

(4 Questions)

  • Q1. Difference between out and ref.
  • Ans. 

    Out is used for returning multiple values from a method, while ref is used for passing a variable by reference.

    • Out parameters must be assigned a value inside the method before it returns.

    • Ref parameters must be initialized before passing them to a method.

    • Out parameters are used when a method needs to return multiple values.

    • Ref parameters are used when a method needs to modify the value of the parameter.

    • Example: int.TryP...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. Sql query to find the 2nd last student marks
  • Ans. 

    Use a SQL query with ORDER BY and LIMIT to find the 2nd last student marks.

    • Use ORDER BY clause to sort the marks in descending order

    • Use LIMIT 1,1 to skip the last row and fetch the 2nd last row

  • Answered by AI
  • Q3. Second round was around project specific like why mongodb or posgreSQL? Project architecture and followup questions.
  • Q4. Create global exception handler.
  • Ans. 

    Create a global exception handler to manage all unhandled exceptions in the application.

    • Implement a global exception handler class that extends ExceptionHandler.

    • Override the uncaughtException method to handle all unhandled exceptions.

    • Log the exception details and notify the user about the error.

    • Consider implementing different strategies for handling different types of exceptions.

    • Test the global exception handler thorou...

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

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

Round 1 - Technical 

(4 Questions)

  • Q1. Explain projects
  • Ans. 

    Projects are specific tasks or assignments that require a team to work together to achieve a common goal.

    • Projects involve a defined scope, timeline, and budget.

    • They require a team of individuals with different skills and expertise.

    • Examples include developing a new software application, implementing a new system, or conducting a research study.

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. Tech stack u worked on
  • Ans. 

    I have worked on a variety of tech stacks including Java Spring, React, Node.js, and MongoDB.

    • Java Spring

    • React

    • Node.js

    • MongoDB

  • Answered by AI
  • Q3. Collection framework
  • Q4. Spring Framework questions
Round 2 - Behavioral 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Springs questions
  • Q2. Working knowledge in Java
Interview experience
4
Good
Difficulty level
-
Process Duration
-
Result
Not Selected
Round 1 - Technical 

(3 Questions)

  • Q1. Oops concepts and elaboration on Inheritance and polymorphism.
  • Q2. Difference between abstract and interface
  • Ans. 

    Abstract class can have both abstract and non-abstract methods, while interface can only have abstract methods.

    • Abstract class can have constructors, fields, and methods, while interface cannot have any implementation.

    • A class can implement multiple interfaces but can only inherit from one abstract class.

    • Abstract classes are used to define a common behavior for subclasses, while interfaces are used to define a contract f...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q3. MVC architecture and Design patterns
Interview experience
4
Good
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
Less than 2 weeks
Result
Not Selected

I applied via Approached by Company and was interviewed in Dec 2024. There was 1 interview round.

Round 1 - Technical 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Difference between select single and select single up to 1 row
  • Ans. 

    Select single retrieves exactly one row, while select single up to 1 row retrieves at most one row.

    • Select single is used when exactly one row is expected to be retrieved.

    • Select single up to 1 row is used when at most one row is expected to be retrieved.

    • Select single throws an error if more than one row is found, while select single up to 1 row does not.

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. RAP
Interview experience
1
Bad
Difficulty level
Easy
Process Duration
Less than 2 weeks
Result
No response
Round 1 - HR 

(5 Questions)

  • Q1. Could you provide a brief self-introduction?
  • Q2. Details about my most recent project
  • Q3. Number of team members?
  • Ans. 

    The ideal team size varies, but typically ranges from 5 to 9 members for optimal collaboration and productivity.

    • Smaller teams (5-7 members) often communicate more effectively, like a startup environment.

    • Larger teams (8-12 members) can bring diverse skills but may face coordination challenges.

    • Agile methodologies suggest 7 +/- 2 as the ideal team size for Scrum teams.

    • Example: Google often uses small teams to foster innov...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q4. Did I receive a direct requirement from the client?
  • Q5. Education details of BTech and resume skill certifications?

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - How can a 10-minute hiring manager round determine whether a candidate is the right fit or not?
Interview experience
4
Good
Difficulty level
-
Process Duration
-
Result
-
  • Q1. Tell me about your project
  • Q2. Tell me about yourself
Interview experience
5
Excellent
Difficulty level
-
Process Duration
-
Result
-
Round 1 - Technical 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Java theory questions were asked.
  • Q2. Spring thoery questions were asked.
Interview experience
4
Good
Difficulty level
-
Process Duration
-
Result
-
Round 1 - Technical 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Basic java related questions, pillar of java
  • Q2. What is final,finally,finalize
  • Ans. 

    final, finally, and finalize are related to Java programming language.

    • final is a keyword used to restrict the user from changing the value of a variable.

    • finally is a block of code that is always executed, whether an exception is thrown or not.

    • finalize is a method used for cleanup operations before an object is garbage collected.

  • Answered by AI
Round 2 - Technical 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. It was techno managerial round where asked logical question, explain project
  • Q2. Sql queries, java 8 coding questions
Round 3 - HR 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Discussion for package

Skills evaluated in this interview

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

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Define record type
  • Ans. 

    A record type is a data type that represents a structured collection of fields or attributes.

    • Record types are used to define structured data in programming languages.

    • Each field in a record type has a name and a data type.

    • Record types are commonly used in database systems to represent rows in tables.

    • Examples of record types include structs in C, classes in Java, and tuples in Python.

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. Define data fragmentation
  • Ans. 

    Data fragmentation refers to the scattering of data across different locations or storage devices, making it difficult to access or manage.

    • Data fragmentation can occur when data is stored in multiple databases or servers.

    • It can also happen when data is divided into smaller pieces and stored in different locations.

    • Fragmented data can lead to slower access times and increased complexity in managing data.

    • Examples include ...

  • Answered by AI

Skills evaluated in this interview

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How many rounds are there in Infosys Senior Software Engineer interview?
Infosys interview process usually has 1-2 rounds. The most common rounds in the Infosys interview process are Technical, HR and Resume Shortlist.
How to prepare for Infosys Senior Software Engineer 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 Infosys. The most common topics and skills that interviewers at Infosys expect are SDLC, Software Engineering, Java, Angularjs and J2Ee.
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