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MathWorks Software Engineer Interview Questions and Answers

Updated 26 Nov 2024

MathWorks Software Engineer Interview Experiences

7 interviews found

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

Some MCQs and 2 Coding Questions to be solved in different languages

Round 2 - Group Discussion 

Group Discussion to assess candidates thinking and knowledge.

Round 3 - Technical 

(3 Questions)

  • Q1. Graphs based Medium-Hard question with multiple follow ups
  • Q2. DP hard question (Knapsack variant)
  • Q3. Core C++ and OOPs questions
Round 4 - Technical 

(4 Questions)

  • Q1. C++ Pointers based questions
  • Q2. Find errors and debug questions
  • Q3. Math Puzzle based question
  • Q4. One open ended design question
Round 5 - HR 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Normal HR round type questions

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Demonstrate extreme high confidence
Interview experience
3
Average
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
4-6 weeks
Result
Selected Selected

I applied via Company Website

Round 1 - Coding Test 

The first round was correct the code to obtain certain output. DS - Linked List, Trees, Constructors.

Round 2 - Presentation 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. `1 hour presentation for the interview panel on your work.
Round 3 - Technical 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Questions were based on the presentation. Mainly the questions were from architecture of the project which I worked on.
Round 4 - Technical 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Coding round. There 5 questions (2 array questions, 1 file , 2 easy mathematical puzzles)
Round 5 - Technical 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. This round checked your knowledge on simple design patterns.
Round 6 - One-on-one 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Just a formal interview with simple questions.
Round 7 - HR 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Behavioral questions to check your attitude.

Interview Preparation Tips

Topics to prepare for MathWorks Software Engineer interview:
  • Data Science
  • Arrays
  • Puzzles
Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Make your presentation worthwhile. Everything will fall in place.

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

I applied via Campus Placement and was interviewed before Nov 2023. There were 3 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Coding Test 

Leetcode medium question

Round 2 - Technical 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Leetcode medium question
  • Q2. Resume question
Round 3 - HR 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Behavioral question
Interview experience
4
Good
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
Less than 2 weeks
Result
Selected Selected

I applied via Campus Placement and was interviewed in Jul 2022. There were 4 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Resume Shortlist 
Pro Tip by AmbitionBox:
Keep your resume crisp and to the point. A recruiter looks at your resume for an average of 6 seconds, make sure to leave the best impression.
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Round 2 - Aptitude Test 

44 Questions of C++, Java, Maths, 2 coding questions etc.

Round 3 - Group Discussion 

Discuss for 10 minutes on a topic given.

Round 4 - Technical 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. LinkedList, Graphs, OOPS, BFS, DFS, Operating system etc.
  • Q2. Should be familiar with more than 2 languages to code

Interview Preparation Tips

Topics to prepare for MathWorks Software Engineer interview:
  • OOPS
  • DFS
  • BFS
  • Linked List
  • Graphs
Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Good Luck! Be prepared for the worst. The interview process is vigorous.

I applied via Company Website and was interviewed in May 2022. There were 2 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Assignment 

Create 3 classes. First one is 'Number' which support 3 operations: display, '+'. '=='
1. display : Shows the number in original format
2. + : Add the number itself with another.
3. == : check if two numbers are equal.

The other 2 classes are 'Integer' and 'Fraction'. Both class should support each operations.

Round 2 - Technical 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Write a code to merge two sorted linked list.

Interview Preparation Tips

Topics to prepare for MathWorks Software Engineer interview:
  • OOP
  • Data Structures
Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Go through basic data structures and OOP concepts well

Skills evaluated in this interview

Interview experience
5
Excellent
Difficulty level
Hard
Process Duration
4-6 weeks
Result
Selected Selected

I appeared for an interview before Feb 2023.

Round 1 - One-on-one 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Basic questions about technical background in brief and about the projects worked on?
  • Ans. Depending on profile and technology provide brief idea about the problem statement what technology was used and how the problem was solved
  • Answered Anonymously
Round 2 - Technical 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Technical questions based on projects i worked on?
  • Ans. Had to create a presentation describing the technical details about the projects i worked on and then question were asked based on the project details
  • Answered Anonymously
Round 3 - HR 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. About myself as i person how i am?

MathWorks HR Interview Questions

9 questions and answers

Q. What are the strengths and weaknesses you perceive in yourself?
Q. Can you describe a challenging scenario you faced and share your experience in o ... read more
Q. Why do you want to join MathWorks?
Interview experience
4
Good
Difficulty level
Hard
Process Duration
2-4 weeks
Result
Selected Selected

I applied via Company Website and was interviewed before Oct 2022. There were 4 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Resume Shortlist 
Pro Tip by AmbitionBox:
Keep your resume crisp and to the point. A recruiter looks at your resume for an average of 6 seconds, make sure to leave the best impression.
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Round 2 - One-on-one 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. The recruiting manager will call and generic questions to get to know you will be asked. Will ask a few C++ concepts, followed by some basic data structures questions.
Round 3 - Coding Test 

Questions on data structures will be asked. Problem statement would be given to solve using an online editor.

Round 4 - Coding Test 

More C++ object oriented concepts. Data structure problem of moderate difficulty level.

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posted on 11 Mar 2015

Interview Questionnaire 

10 Questions

  • Q1. Tell about yourself?
  • Q2. Why Software industry? why not core?
  • Ans. 

    Software industry offers endless opportunities for innovation and growth.

    • Software industry is constantly evolving and offers opportunities to work on cutting-edge technologies.

    • It provides a platform to solve complex problems and create innovative solutions.

    • The demand for software engineers is high and the industry offers competitive salaries.

    • Core industries may have limited scope for growth and innovation compared to s...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q3. Write a program to print the given string in reverse
  • Ans. 

    Program to print a given string in reverse

    • Create a character array of the given string

    • Loop through the array from end to start and print each character

  • Answered by AI
  • Q4. Some questions about computer networks and Digital electronics
  • Q5. What is Mux? what are its real life applications?
  • Ans. 

    Mux is a device that selects one of several input signals and forwards the selected input into a single output line.

    • Mux stands for Multiplexer.

    • It is used in digital circuits to select one of several input signals and forward the selected input into a single output line.

    • It is used in communication systems to combine multiple signals into a single channel for transmission.

    • It is used in video and audio systems to switch b...

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  • Q6. What is DeMux? what are its real life applications?
  • Ans. 

    DeMux is short for Demultiplexer. It is a digital circuit that takes one input and directs it to multiple outputs.

    • DeMux is used in digital communication systems to separate signals that have been combined for transmission.

    • It is also used in computer memory systems to select a specific memory location.

    • DeMux is used in video and audio systems to separate different channels of information.

    • It is used in automation systems ...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q7. Difference between decoder and Demux
  • Ans. 

    Decoder converts encoded data into a readable format while Demux separates a single input into multiple outputs.

    • Decoder is used to decode encoded data such as binary data into a readable format.

    • Demux is used to separate a single input into multiple outputs based on the control signals.

    • Decoder is a combinational circuit while Demux is a sequential circuit.

    • Decoder is used in applications such as remote controls, computer...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q8. Why amadeus labs?
  • Ans. 

    Amadeus Labs is a leading technology company in the travel industry.

    • Amadeus Labs provides opportunities to work on cutting-edge technologies.

    • The company has a strong focus on innovation and research.

    • Amadeus Labs has a global presence and offers a diverse and inclusive work environment.

    • Working at Amadeus Labs provides the opportunity to make a real impact on the travel industry.

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  • Q9. Are you comfortable in working for Testing?
  • Ans. 

    Yes, I am comfortable working for Testing.

    • I have experience in testing and understand its importance in software development.

    • I am willing to learn new testing techniques and tools.

    • I am comfortable working with testing teams and collaborating with them to ensure quality software.

    • I understand the importance of testing in ensuring customer satisfaction and reducing costs.

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  • Q10. Why do you consider yourself suitable for developer role?
  • Ans. 

    I have the necessary skills and experience to excel in the developer role.

    • I have a degree in computer science and have completed multiple coding projects.

    • I am proficient in programming languages such as Java, Python, and C++.

    • I have experience working with databases and web development frameworks.

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Interview Preparation Tips

Round: Test
Experience: The test was conducted online. All the questions were of medium standard and easy to crack if we have patience for thinking.

English comprehension level is slightly below the standard of CAT. Those who have the habit of reading English news paper can easily crack the test.

Data analysis questions were also of medium standard. Those who have knowledge about graphs, bar & pie charts can easily crack the exam.
Tips: Practice Aptitude questions from R S Agarwaal book and CAT material.

Round: Technical Interview
Experience: Over all interview experience is cool. Interviewers never grilled on anything. In many cases they have helped me to arrive at answers.
Tips: Read C++ and Oops concepts from E Balaguruswamy text book.
For Data structures and algorithms read 'Data structures' by Yeshwant kanethkar.
Minimum knowledge about all the courses of your department will be an added advantage. This will help you to depict you are sincere in your studies and don't have any personal constraints in learning a new thing.

General Tips: Just be confident and believe in yourself. You will get through.
Skills: Programming skill in C++
College Name: NIT Warangal
Motivation: No special motivation. It is a rapidly growing company offering good package.

Skills evaluated in this interview

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posted on 4 Dec 2015

Interview Questionnaire 

8 Questions

  • Q1. WRITE A GENERIC SWAP FUNCTION
  • Ans. 

    A generic swap function swaps two values of any data type.

    • The function should take two parameters of any data type.

    • Use a temporary variable to store the value of one parameter.

    • Assign the value of the second parameter to the first parameter.

    • Assign the value of the temporary variable to the second parameter.

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. SEARCH AN ELEMENT IN ROTATED SORTED LINKLIST .
  • Ans. 

    Search for an element in a rotated sorted linked list.

    • Find the pivot point where the list is rotated.

    • Divide the list into two sublists based on the pivot point.

    • Perform binary search on the appropriate sublist.

    • Handle edge cases such as empty list and list with only one element.

  • Answered by AI
  • Q3. SEARCH AN ELEMENT IN ROTATED SORTED ARRAY. WRITED A CODE FOR IT
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  • Answered by AI
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  • Q5. Given sudoku as id array of size . in a given empty cell find the possible numbers that could be possible. Asked me to write code for it
  • Ans. 

    Given a Sudoku board, find possible numbers for an empty cell.

    • Iterate through empty cells and check possible numbers using row, column, and box constraints.

    • Use a set to keep track of possible numbers for each empty cell.

    • Return the set of possible numbers for the given empty cell.

  • Answered by AI
  • Q6. Given 4 unsigned integers find their integer average (eg. (2,2,2,3) => (2+2+2+3)/4 = 2) consider integer division ) without typecasting
  • Ans. 

    Find integer average of 4 unsigned integers without typecasting

    • Add all the integers and divide by 4

    • Use bit shifting to divide by 4

    • Handle overflow by using long long data type

    • Use unsigned int data type for input

  • Answered by AI
  • Q7. Write a code to identify wheter given processor is of 32 bit architecture or 64 bit architecture
  • Ans. 

    Code to identify 32 bit or 64 bit architecture of a processor

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    • If OS is 64 bit, check if processor supports 64 bit architecture

    • Use CPUID instruction to check if processor supports 64 bit architecture

  • Answered by AI
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    Convert binary number to base 64 integer

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Interview Preparation Tips

Round: Test
Experience: SIMPLE CODING QUESTIONS SPEED MATTERS.
Duration: 60 minutes
Total Questions: 3

Skills: Analytics And Coding
College Name: IIT Guwahati

Skills evaluated in this interview

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    Creating test cases for random scenarios ensures software reliability and robustness through diverse input validation.

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  • Q4. Programming in whatsoever language you r comfortable with, basic coding problems of DS,Algos. eg. Zigzag tree traversal algo,random linked list copy
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MathWorks Interview FAQs

How many rounds are there in MathWorks Software Engineer interview?
MathWorks interview process usually has 4 rounds. The most common rounds in the MathWorks interview process are Technical, Coding Test and HR.
How to prepare for MathWorks 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 MathWorks. The most common topics and skills that interviewers at MathWorks expect are C++, MATLAB, Software Engineering, Simulink and Javascript.
What are the top questions asked in MathWorks Software Engineer interview?

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