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Updated 2 Aug 2024
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A Member Technical Staff was asked 12mo ago
Q. Given a binary tree, print the bottom view from left to right. A node is included in the bottom view if it can be seen when viewed from the bottom.
Ans. 

The bottom view of a binary tree shows the nodes visible when the tree is viewed from below.

  • Bottom view is determined by the horizontal distance from the root.

  • Nodes are printed from leftmost to rightmost at the lowest level.

  • Use a queue for level order traversal and a map to store nodes.

  • Example: For a tree with root 1, left child 2, right child 3, bottom view is [2, 1, 3].

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An Intern was asked
Q. Implement a flip-flop using a multiplexer.
Ans. 

Flip flop can be implemented using a multiplexer by selecting the input based on the control signal.

  • Use a 2:1 multiplexer to select between the current state and the next state

  • Connect the output of the multiplexer to the input of the flip flop

  • Control signal determines which input is passed through the multiplexer

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A Managing Partner was asked
Q. How do you use this data entry?
Ans. 

Data entry can be used to input information into a system or database.

  • Identify the specific system or database where the data needs to be entered.

  • Ensure that the data being entered is accurate and complete.

  • Follow any specific guidelines or protocols for data entry.

  • Regularly review and update the entered data as needed.

  • Examples: entering customer information into a CRM system, inputting financial data into an accou...

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A Functional Verification Engineer/ Team Lead Verification was asked
Q. What is the probability of getting heads a maximum of two times?
Ans. 

The probability of getting heads maximum two times in a series of coin flips.

  • To calculate the probability, divide the number of favorable outcomes by the total number of possible outcomes.

  • In this case, the favorable outcomes are 0, 1, or 2 heads, and the total possible outcomes are 2^n, where n is the number of coin flips.

  • For example, if we flip a coin 3 times, the favorable outcomes are HHT, HTH, THH, HHH, TTH, T...

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A Functional Verification Engineer/ Team Lead Verification was asked
Q. If the average speed for a particular distance is x while going, what is the average speed of the whole trip?
Ans. 

To find the average speed for the whole trip, we need to know the distance and the time taken for the trip.

  • Average speed = Total distance / Total time

  • If the distance and time for the trip are known, the average speed can be calculated.

  • If only the average speed while going is known, we cannot determine the speed of the whole trip without additional information.

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A Functional Verification Engineer/ Team Lead Verification was asked
Q. Describe a method using a circular wheel and a sensor to determine the direction of rotation.
Ans. 

Use a sensor to detect the direction of rotation of a circular wheel by monitoring signal changes as it rotates.

  • Use an incremental encoder that generates pulses as the wheel rotates.

  • Determine direction by comparing the phase of two output signals (A and B).

  • If signal A leads signal B, the wheel rotates clockwise; if B leads A, it rotates counterclockwise.

  • Example: In a rotary encoder, the quadrature output can indic...

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A Software Developer was asked
Q. Given a matrix mat[m][n] where all the rows and columns are sorted non-decreasingly, find a number. What will be the complexity of the solution?
Ans. 

To find a number in a matrix where all rows and columns are sorted non-decreasingly. Complexity of the solution.

  • Use binary search to find the number in each row and column

  • Start from the top-right corner or bottom-left corner to optimize search

  • Time complexity: O(m log n) or O(n log m) depending on the starting corner

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A Software Developer was asked
Q. Given a linked list with a loop, how would you find the starting point of the loop?
Ans. 

To find the starting point of a loop in a linked list, use Floyd's cycle-finding algorithm.

  • Use two pointers, one moving at twice the speed of the other.

  • When they meet, move one pointer to the head of the list and keep the other at the meeting point.

  • Move both pointers one step at a time until they meet again, which is the starting point of the loop.

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A Software Developer was asked
Q. Given a directed graph, determine if it contains a cycle.
Ans. 

To check if a directed graph is cyclic or not

  • Use Depth First Search (DFS) algorithm to traverse the graph

  • Maintain a visited set to keep track of visited nodes

  • Maintain a recursion stack to keep track of nodes in the current DFS traversal

  • If a node is visited and is already in the recursion stack, then the graph is cyclic

  • If DFS traversal completes without finding a cycle, then the graph is acyclic

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A Software Developer was asked
Q. Given a binary tree, determine if it is a valid binary search tree (BST).
Ans. 

Check if a binary tree is a binary search tree or not.

  • Traverse the tree in-order and check if the values are in ascending order.

  • For each node, check if its value is greater than the maximum value of its left subtree and less than the minimum value of its right subtree.

  • Use recursion to check if all nodes in the tree satisfy the above condition.

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Mentor Graphics Interview Experiences

18 interviews found

Interview experience
4
Good
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
Less than 2 weeks
Result
Selected Selected

I applied via Referral and was interviewed before Jun 2023. There was 1 interview round.

Round 1 - Technical 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Question on Linked List
  • Q2. Question on bottom view of binary tree
  • Ans. 

    The bottom view of a binary tree shows the nodes visible when the tree is viewed from below.

    • Bottom view is determined by the horizontal distance from the root.

    • Nodes are printed from leftmost to rightmost at the lowest level.

    • Use a queue for level order traversal and a map to store nodes.

    • Example: For a tree with root 1, left child 2, right child 3, bottom view is [2, 1, 3].

  • Answered by AI

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Practice LinkedList, Trees and Graphs
Interview experience
5
Excellent
Difficulty level
-
Process Duration
-
Result
-

I applied via Campus Placement

Round 1 - Technical 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Verilog coding of various flip flops and fsm
  • Ans. 

    Verilog coding of flip flops and FSM involves designing sequential circuits using Verilog HDL.

    • Understand the functionality of different flip flops like D flip flop, JK flip flop, etc.

    • Implement flip flops using Verilog syntax, specifying input and output ports.

    • Design Finite State Machines (FSM) using Verilog, defining states, transitions, and outputs.

    • Use Verilog constructs like always blocks, case statements, and state ...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. Basic electronics questions
Round 2 - HR 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Why do you want to join Siemens?
  • Ans. 

    I want to join Siemens because of its reputation for innovation and commitment to sustainability.

    • Siemens is a global leader in technology and innovation

    • I am impressed by Siemens' focus on sustainability and corporate social responsibility

    • I believe working at Siemens will provide me with opportunities for professional growth and development

  • Answered by AI

Skills evaluated in this interview

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

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

Round 1 - Coding Test 

Data structure (Queue and linked list)

Round 2 - Technical 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. What are the academic projects?
Interview experience
5
Excellent
Difficulty level
-
Process Duration
-
Result
-
Round 1 - Resume Shortlist 
Pro Tip by AmbitionBox:
Be truthful in your resume. It is very easy to catch false or lies during the interview by asking basic questions.
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Round 2 - Telephonic Call 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. General questions to check basic concepts. to confirm if you are ok to be called for F2F interview
Round 3 - Technical 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. In depth F2F interview. Ques depends on which team you are interviewing for. Don't line in your resume. questions are driven from the projects you have mentioned in your resume.
Round 4 - HR 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. HR questions are typical. Why you left prev company, why you want to join this one. Anyway, the HR round here is just a formality. hiring is decided by technical side, unless you roayall screw up the HR ro...

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Be honest. Be confident. But don't just give up. Doesn't matter if you don't remember something at that moment.

Intern Interview Questions & Answers

user image Anonymous

posted on 2 Sep 2023

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

I applied via Campus Placement

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 

Basic aptitude , c programming, digital design

Round 3 - Technical 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Puzzels,digital design, programming
  • Q2. Implement flip flop using mux
  • Ans. 

    Flip flop can be implemented using a multiplexer by selecting the input based on the control signal.

    • Use a 2:1 multiplexer to select between the current state and the next state

    • Connect the output of the multiplexer to the input of the flip flop

    • Control signal determines which input is passed through the multiplexer

  • Answered by AI

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Clear your badics

I applied via Campus Placement and was interviewed in Aug 2022. There were 2 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Resume Shortlist 
Pro Tip by AmbitionBox:
Double-check your resume for any spelling mistakes. The recruiter may consider spelling mistakes as careless behavior or poor communication skills.
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Round 2 - Technical 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Standard LinkedList and Array DSA questions. Questions related to the projects, and questions related to the electronics circuits like MUX etc. Boolean algebra and Base conversion. Few questions were asked...

Interview Preparation Tips

Topics to prepare for Mentor Graphics SDE (Software Development Engineer) interview:
  • DSA
  • Linked list
  • Array
  • DP
  • Mosfet
  • Mutiplexer
Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Study Core concepts of electronics diligently as it may be asked in SDE too.
Study standard DSA questions, important topics include DP, Graphs, Linked List, Trees, and Arrays.
Focus on deriving the answer in front of the interviewer and also explain each and every step you are taking and the thinking behind the approach.

I applied via Campus Placement and was interviewed in Oct 2022. There were 3 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Resume Shortlist 
Pro Tip by AmbitionBox:
Do not use an unprofessional email address such as cool_boy@email.com. It shows a lack of professionalism by the candidate.
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Round 2 - Group Discussion 

General dynamics corporation share price

Round 3 - Data entry 

(4 Questions)

  • Q1. How to use this data entry?
  • Ans. 

    Data entry can be used to input information into a system or database.

    • Identify the specific system or database where the data needs to be entered.

    • Ensure that the data being entered is accurate and complete.

    • Follow any specific guidelines or protocols for data entry.

    • Regularly review and update the entered data as needed.

    • Examples: entering customer information into a CRM system, inputting financial data into an accounting...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. Tell me little bit about your self
  • Q3. What inspires you to come in for work every day?
  • Q4. What kind of salary do you expect?

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Making money online is quick and easy and everyone can participate in learning for free

I applied via Approached by Company and was interviewed in Feb 2022. There were 2 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Resume Shortlist 
Pro Tip by AmbitionBox:
Properly align and format text in your resume. A recruiter will have to spend more time reading poorly aligned text, leading to high chances of rejection.
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Round 2 - One-on-one 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. I have my technical test?
  • Q2. I'm selected in the interview in the graphics design jobs

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Give me graphics design jobs in your company because I need job for graphics design so give me graphics design jobs in your company I request you.
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. Regarding Flip-flops and timers

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - I am yet to do the internsip. For cracking the internship, we should have strength in digital electronics.

Intern Interview Questions & Answers

user image Anonymous

posted on 10 May 2022

Round 1 - Resume Shortlist 
Pro Tip by AmbitionBox:
Don’t add your photo or details such as gender, age, and address in your resume. These details do not add any value.
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Round 2 - One-on-one 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Regarding flip-flops and timers

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Strengthen basic concepts in digital electronics
Round 1 - One-on-one 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Fire supervisor building maintenance
  • Q2. Safety building management

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Fire panal firefighter A B C extinguisher all building maintenance

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a team lead
Why are women still asked such personal questions in interview?
I recently went for an interview… and honestly, m still trying to process what just happened. Instead of being asked about my skills, experience, or how I could add value to the company… the questions took a totally unexpected turn. The interviewer started asking things like When are you getting married? Are you engaged? And m sure, if I had said I was married, the next question would’ve been How long have you been married? What does my personal life have to do with the job m applying for? This is where I felt the gender discrimination hit hard. These types of questions are so casually thrown at women during interviews but are they ever asked to men? No one asks male candidates if they’re planning a wedding or how old their kids are. So why is it okay to ask women? Can we please stop normalising this kind of behaviour in interviews? Our careers shouldn’t be judged by our relationship status. Period.
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Mentor Graphics Interview FAQs

How many rounds are there in Mentor Graphics interview?
Mentor Graphics interview process usually has 2-3 rounds. The most common rounds in the Mentor Graphics interview process are Resume Shortlist, Technical and One-on-one Round.
How to prepare for Mentor Graphics 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 Mentor Graphics. The most common topics and skills that interviewers at Mentor Graphics expect are C++, Java, Linux, Programming and Software Development.
What are the top questions asked in Mentor Graphics interview?

Some of the top questions asked at the Mentor Graphics interview -

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