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Oracle System Engineer Interview Questions and Answers

Updated 13 May 2025

6 Interview questions

A System Engineer was asked 3mo ago
Q. What is SAN?
Ans. 

SAN (Storage Area Network) is a dedicated network that provides access to consolidated, block-level data storage.

  • SANs connect multiple servers to a centralized storage system, improving data management.

  • They use high-speed network technologies like Fibre Channel or iSCSI.

  • Example: A SAN can support virtualized environments by providing shared storage for multiple virtual machines.

  • SANs enhance data availability and d...

A System Engineer was asked 3mo ago
Q. How do SAN and NAS work?
Ans. 

SAN and NAS are storage solutions that provide data access over a network, each with distinct architectures and use cases.

  • SAN (Storage Area Network) connects storage devices to servers via a high-speed network, often using Fibre Channel.

  • NAS (Network Attached Storage) is a dedicated file storage device that connects to a network, allowing multiple users to access files.

  • SAN is typically used in enterprise environmen...

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A System Engineer was asked 5mo ago
Q. Explain the Linux booting process.
Ans. 

Linux booting process involves several stages from power on to user login.

  • BIOS/UEFI firmware initializes hardware

  • Bootloader (GRUB) loads kernel into memory

  • Kernel initializes system processes and mounts root filesystem

  • Init process starts user space processes and services

  • User login prompt is displayed

A System Engineer was asked
Q. How can the performance of a database or SQL query be improved?
Ans. 

To improve performance of a database or SQL, optimize queries, use indexes, normalize data, and consider hardware upgrades.

  • Optimize queries by using proper indexing and avoiding unnecessary joins

  • Normalize data to reduce redundancy and improve data integrity

  • Consider hardware upgrades such as increasing RAM or using solid-state drives

  • Monitor and analyze query performance using tools like SQL Profiler or EXPLAIN

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A System Engineer was asked
Q. What is paging?
Ans. 

Paging is a memory management scheme that allows the operating system to move data between RAM and disk storage.

  • Paging involves dividing memory into fixed-size blocks called pages.

  • When a program needs more memory than is available in RAM, the operating system swaps out less-used pages to disk to free up space.

  • Paging helps in efficient memory management and allows for virtual memory usage.

  • Examples include Windows u...

A System Engineer was asked
Q. Intercompany process in Oracle Projects
Ans. 

Intercompany process in Oracle Projects involves transactions between different legal entities within the same organization.

  • Intercompany process facilitates financial transactions between different legal entities within the organization.

  • It ensures accurate recording of revenue, costs, and profits for each legal entity involved.

  • Intercompany transactions are typically managed through intercompany billing and interco...

Oracle System Engineer Interview Experiences

9 interviews found

Interview experience
5
Excellent
Difficulty level
Easy
Process Duration
-
Result
No response

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

  • Q1. About yourself About critical incidents I have handled. Few SQL related questions. Told to write 3 SQL queries including concepts like groupby, join and subqueries.
  • Q2. About career gap. Some more general questions.

System Engineer Interview Questions & Answers

user image Ankita Singh

posted on 14 Mar 2025

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

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

  • Q1. What is san
  • Ans. 

    SAN (Storage Area Network) is a dedicated network that provides access to consolidated, block-level data storage.

    • SANs connect multiple servers to a centralized storage system, improving data management.

    • They use high-speed network technologies like Fibre Channel or iSCSI.

    • Example: A SAN can support virtualized environments by providing shared storage for multiple virtual machines.

    • SANs enhance data availability and disast...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. What is nas and raid is used for
  • Q3. How san and nas works
  • Ans. 

    SAN and NAS are storage solutions that provide data access over a network, each with distinct architectures and use cases.

    • SAN (Storage Area Network) connects storage devices to servers via a high-speed network, often using Fibre Channel.

    • NAS (Network Attached Storage) is a dedicated file storage device that connects to a network, allowing multiple users to access files.

    • SAN is typically used in enterprise environments fo...

  • Answered by AI

System Engineer Interview Questions & Answers

user image ANKIT KUMAR

posted on 10 Jan 2025

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

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

Round 1 - Technical 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Linux booting process
  • Ans. 

    Linux booting process involves several stages from power on to user login.

    • BIOS/UEFI firmware initializes hardware

    • Bootloader (GRUB) loads kernel into memory

    • Kernel initializes system processes and mounts root filesystem

    • Init process starts user space processes and services

    • User login prompt is displayed

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. DHCP process
Interview experience
5
Excellent
Difficulty level
-
Process Duration
-
Result
-
Round 1 - Technical 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Basics of SQL and Scripts
  • Q2. Health care related questions
Interview experience
3
Average
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
Less than 2 weeks
Result
Not Selected

I applied via Naukri.com and was interviewed before Mar 2023. There was 1 interview round.

Round 1 - Technical 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Asked questions regarding DBMS, OS Networking
  • Q2. What is paging ?
  • Ans. 

    Paging is a memory management scheme that allows the operating system to move data between RAM and disk storage.

    • Paging involves dividing memory into fixed-size blocks called pages.

    • When a program needs more memory than is available in RAM, the operating system swaps out less-used pages to disk to free up space.

    • Paging helps in efficient memory management and allows for virtual memory usage.

    • Examples include Windows using ...

  • Answered by AI

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - prepare on fundamental concepts of computer science

Skills evaluated in this interview

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

I applied via LinkedIn and was interviewed before Apr 2023. There was 1 interview round.

Round 1 - One-on-one 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. How to improve performance of a database or SQL
  • Ans. 

    To improve performance of a database or SQL, optimize queries, use indexes, normalize data, and consider hardware upgrades.

    • Optimize queries by using proper indexing and avoiding unnecessary joins

    • Normalize data to reduce redundancy and improve data integrity

    • Consider hardware upgrades such as increasing RAM or using solid-state drives

    • Monitor and analyze query performance using tools like SQL Profiler or EXPLAIN

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. How to install RAC
  • Ans. 

    Installing RAC involves configuring shared storage, network, and Oracle Grid Infrastructure.

    • Prepare shared storage for Oracle Clusterware files

    • Configure network settings for interconnect and public network

    • Install Oracle Grid Infrastructure software on all nodes

    • Run the Oracle Clusterware Configuration Wizard to create the cluster

    • Install Oracle RAC software on all nodes

    • Create the database using Database Configuration Ass...

  • Answered by AI

Skills evaluated in this interview

Interview Questionnaire 

1 Question

  • Q1. Regarding data structures

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Study about data structures in depth

I applied via Naukri.com

Interview Questionnaire 

2 Questions

  • Q1. Spring, Arraylist and linked list , problem solving
  • Q2. Find a word in 2 d matrix , palindrome or not
  • Ans. 

    A program to find a palindrome word in a 2D matrix of strings.

    • Iterate through each row and column of the matrix

    • Check if each string is a palindrome using two pointers approach

    • Return the first palindrome word found

  • Answered by AI

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Just relax and try to solve the problem given. Problem will be easy one it should not require more than 10 lines of code... if it requiresore than that it means your solution u r thinking can be improved

Skills evaluated in this interview

Interview Questionnaire 

2 Questions

  • Q1. Intercompany process in Oracle Projects
  • Ans. 

    Intercompany process in Oracle Projects involves transactions between different legal entities within the same organization.

    • Intercompany process facilitates financial transactions between different legal entities within the organization.

    • It ensures accurate recording of revenue, costs, and profits for each legal entity involved.

    • Intercompany transactions are typically managed through intercompany billing and intercompany...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. How rates are setup in Oracle Projects
  • Ans. 

    Rates in Oracle Projects are setup using rate schedules and rate matrices.

    • Rate schedules define the rates for different resources or roles in a project

    • Rate matrices define the rates based on different criteria such as project type, organization, or location

    • Rates can be setup for different time periods, such as hourly, daily, or monthly

    • Rates can also be setup for different cost types, such as labor, material, or equipme...

  • Answered by AI

Interview Preparation Tips

Round: Manager Interview
Experience: Manager Interviewed about the process I have experienced in my previous projects and asked few process oriented questions

Round: Program Director Interview
Experience: Interviewed about my goals and aspirations and about expected CTC and how much am I willing to join Oracle and what made me choose Oracle

Skills evaluated in this interview

Interview questions from similar companies

I applied via Company Website and was interviewed before Sep 2020. There were 3 interview rounds.

Interview Questionnaire 

2 Questions

  • Q1. How does you skills relate to this job
  • Ans. 

    My skills in software engineering align well with this role, emphasizing problem-solving, coding proficiency, and teamwork.

    • Proficient in Java: I have developed multiple applications using Java, including a project that improved data processing speed by 30%.

    • Full Stack Development: I have experience with both front-end and back-end technologies, having built a web application using Spring Boot and React.

    • Problem-Solving S...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. Why should we hire you
  • Ans. 

    I bring a unique blend of technical skills, problem-solving abilities, and a passion for innovation that aligns with your team's goals.

    • Strong technical skills: Proficient in languages like Python and Java, demonstrated by developing a full-stack application for a local business.

    • Problem-solving mindset: Successfully optimized an existing algorithm, reducing processing time by 30%, which improved overall system performan...

  • Answered by AI

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Prepare and stay confident

Oracle Interview FAQs

How many rounds are there in Oracle System Engineer interview?
Oracle interview process usually has 1 rounds. The most common rounds in the Oracle interview process are Technical and One-on-one Round.
How to prepare for Oracle System 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 Oracle. The most common topics and skills that interviewers at Oracle expect are Application, CCTV Monitoring, Dispatch, Imaging and Intune.
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