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Updated 27 Apr 2025
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16 Interview questions

A Senior Engineer was asked 3mo ago
Q. Explain the NVMe command lifecycle.
Ans. 

NVMe command lifecycle involves command submission, execution, and completion, optimizing data transfer between host and storage devices.

  • Command Submission: The host sends NVMe commands to the storage device via the NVMe interface, specifying operations like read or write.

  • Queue Management: NVMe uses multiple queues for command submission, allowing parallel processing and reducing latency, enhancing performance.

  • Exe...

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An Electrical Engineer was asked 3mo ago
Q. Which semiconductor material design do you prefer?
Ans. 

Semiconductor design involves selecting materials and structures for optimal electronic properties and performance in devices.

  • Silicon (Si) is the most widely used semiconductor material in electronics.

  • Gallium arsenide (GaAs) is preferred for high-frequency applications.

  • Silicon carbide (SiC) is used in high-power and high-temperature applications.

  • Indium phosphide (InP) is utilized in optoelectronic devices like las...

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An Electrical Engineer was asked 3mo ago
Q. What is a semiconductor material?
Ans. 

Semiconductor materials have electrical conductivity between conductors and insulators, crucial for electronic devices.

  • Semiconductors can conduct electricity under certain conditions, making them essential for electronic components.

  • Common semiconductor materials include silicon (Si), germanium (Ge), and gallium arsenide (GaAs).

  • Semiconductors are used in diodes, transistors, and integrated circuits, forming the bac...

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An Electrical Engineer was asked 3mo ago
Q. What is your experience working with semiconductors?
Ans. 

Semiconductors are materials with electrical conductivity between conductors and insulators, essential for electronic devices.

  • Semiconductors are used in transistors, which are the building blocks of modern electronics.

  • Examples include silicon and germanium, commonly used in diodes and integrated circuits.

  • They enable the functionality of devices like smartphones, computers, and solar cells.

  • Semiconductors are crucia...

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An Electrical Engineer was asked 3mo ago
Q. What are semiconductor materials used for?
Ans. 

Semiconductor materials are essential for electronic devices, enabling control of electrical conductivity and functionality.

  • Used in transistors for signal amplification and switching (e.g., silicon, germanium).

  • Key components in diodes for rectification (e.g., silicon, gallium arsenide).

  • Found in photovoltaic cells for solar energy conversion (e.g., silicon, cadmium telluride).

  • Integral to integrated circuits (ICs) f...

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A Finance Manager was asked 5mo ago
Q. What is a synchronous machine?
Ans. 

A synchronous machine is a type of electric machine that operates at a constant speed determined by the frequency of the electrical supply.

  • Synchronous machines are commonly used in power generation, industrial applications, and electric vehicles.

  • They have a rotor that rotates at the same speed as the rotating magnetic field produced by the stator.

  • Synchronous machines are more efficient than induction machines at h...

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Samsung Semiconductor HR Interview Questions

4 questions and answers

Q. Tell me about malloc.
Q. Walk me through your CV.
Q. Why Samsung?
A Finance Manager was asked 5mo ago
Q. What is a synchronous motor?
Ans. 

A synchronous motor is a type of AC motor in which the rotation of the shaft is synchronized with the frequency of the supply current.

  • Uses electromagnets to create a rotating magnetic field

  • Requires a separate DC power source to create the magnetic field

  • Commonly used in applications where precise speed control is required, such as in industrial machinery

  • Examples include synchronous motors used in air compressors, c...

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A Wlan Testing Engineer was asked 9mo ago
Q. What are the differences between WiFi AC and WiFi AX?
Ans. 

Wifi AC is the 5th generation of wifi technology, while Wifi Ax is the 6th generation with improved speed and efficiency.

  • Wifi AC operates on the 5 GHz band, while Wifi Ax operates on both 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz bands.

  • Wifi Ax supports MU-MIMO (Multi-User, Multiple Input, Multiple Output) technology for better performance in crowded networks.

  • Wifi Ax offers higher data rates and improved efficiency compared to Wifi AC.

  • Wif...

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A Wlan Testing Engineer was asked 9mo ago
Q. What is DTIM?
Ans. 

DTIM stands for Delivery Traffic Indication Message, used in Wi-Fi networks to inform clients about the presence of buffered broadcast and multicast frames.

  • DTIM is a parameter in the Wi-Fi beacon frame that indicates to clients how often they should wake up to receive broadcast and multicast traffic.

  • It helps in saving battery life for devices by allowing them to sleep for longer periods of time.

  • Clients can set the...

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A Student Trainee was asked 9mo ago
Q. Draw the Voltage Transfer Characteristic (VTC) for an inverter.
Ans. 

A VTC for an inverter is a Voltage Transfer Characteristic graph showing the relationship between input and output voltage.

  • VTC graph typically shows how the output voltage of an inverter changes with respect to the input voltage.

  • The VTC curve may have different regions such as linear, saturation, and cutoff.

  • The VTC helps in understanding the behavior of the inverter under different input conditions.

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Samsung Semiconductor Interview Experiences

22 interviews found

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

I applied via Approached by Company and was interviewed in Apr 2023. There were 5 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Technical 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Design Memory allocator for user space programs like malloc.
  • Ans. 

    Design a memory allocator for user space programs like malloc.

    • The allocator should manage memory efficiently and avoid fragmentation.

    • It should support multiple threads and handle concurrent requests.

    • Consider using techniques like buddy allocation or slab allocation.

    • Implement features like memory alignment and garbage collection.

    • Test the allocator thoroughly to ensure correctness and performance.

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. System Programming concepts.
Round 2 - Technical 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Operating System Internals, Device Driver, Arm Architecture.
Round 3 - Technical 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. System Programming Concepts, Domain specific(GPU, graphics) concepts related to computer graphics
Round 4 - Technical 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Domain(GPU) Specific Concepts, Virtual Memory address alignment question and system concepts.
Round 5 - HR 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Generic HR round

Skills evaluated in this interview

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

(3 Questions)

  • Q1. What is a synchronous machine?
  • Ans. 

    A synchronous machine is a type of electric machine that operates at a constant speed determined by the frequency of the electrical supply.

    • Synchronous machines are commonly used in power generation, industrial applications, and electric vehicles.

    • They have a rotor that rotates at the same speed as the rotating magnetic field produced by the stator.

    • Synchronous machines are more efficient than induction machines at higher...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. What is a synchronous motor?
  • Ans. Jo synchronous machine ke anti clock baise ghumti h or faraday law ke according work karti h usko synchronous motor kahte h
  • Answered by deepanshi kumari
  • Q3. What is a synchronous speed
  • Ans. Jo synchronous speed hoti h wah 1 cycle m 3600cycle chalne wali speed ko hi synchronous speed kahte h
  • Answered by deepanshi kumari
Interview experience
4
Good
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
Less than 2 weeks
Result
-

I applied via Recruitment Consulltant and was interviewed in Sep 2024. There was 1 interview round.

Round 1 - Technical 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Difference between wifi AC and Ax
  • Ans. 

    Wifi AC is the 5th generation of wifi technology, while Wifi Ax is the 6th generation with improved speed and efficiency.

    • Wifi AC operates on the 5 GHz band, while Wifi Ax operates on both 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz bands.

    • Wifi Ax supports MU-MIMO (Multi-User, Multiple Input, Multiple Output) technology for better performance in crowded networks.

    • Wifi Ax offers higher data rates and improved efficiency compared to Wifi AC.

    • Wifi Ax ...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. What is called as DTIM?
  • Ans. 

    DTIM stands for Delivery Traffic Indication Message, used in Wi-Fi networks to inform clients about the presence of buffered broadcast and multicast frames.

    • DTIM is a parameter in the Wi-Fi beacon frame that indicates to clients how often they should wake up to receive broadcast and multicast traffic.

    • It helps in saving battery life for devices by allowing them to sleep for longer periods of time.

    • Clients can set their po...

  • Answered by AI

Skills evaluated in this interview

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

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

  • Q1. What is semiconductor material
  • Ans. 

    Semiconductor materials have electrical conductivity between conductors and insulators, crucial for electronic devices.

    • Semiconductors can conduct electricity under certain conditions, making them essential for electronic components.

    • Common semiconductor materials include silicon (Si), germanium (Ge), and gallium arsenide (GaAs).

    • Semiconductors are used in diodes, transistors, and integrated circuits, forming the backbone...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. Which work in semiconductor
  • Ans. 

    Semiconductors are materials with electrical conductivity between conductors and insulators, essential for electronic devices.

    • Semiconductors are used in transistors, which are the building blocks of modern electronics.

    • Examples include silicon and germanium, commonly used in diodes and integrated circuits.

    • They enable the functionality of devices like smartphones, computers, and solar cells.

    • Semiconductors are crucial for...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q3. Which desin of semiconductor material
  • Ans. 

    Semiconductor design involves selecting materials and structures for optimal electronic properties and performance in devices.

    • Silicon (Si) is the most widely used semiconductor material in electronics.

    • Gallium arsenide (GaAs) is preferred for high-frequency applications.

    • Silicon carbide (SiC) is used in high-power and high-temperature applications.

    • Indium phosphide (InP) is utilized in optoelectronic devices like lasers.

  • Answered by AI
  • Q4. What uses in semiconductor material
Interview experience
4
Good
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
2-4 weeks
Result
Not Selected

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

  • Q1. Explain NVMe command lifecycle
  • Ans. 

    NVMe command lifecycle involves command submission, execution, and completion, optimizing data transfer between host and storage devices.

    • Command Submission: The host sends NVMe commands to the storage device via the NVMe interface, specifying operations like read or write.

    • Queue Management: NVMe uses multiple queues for command submission, allowing parallel processing and reducing latency, enhancing performance.

    • Executio...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. Leetcode medium level array question
Interview experience
5
Excellent
Difficulty level
-
Process Duration
-
Result
-
Round 1 - Technical 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Coding question on tree
  • Q2. Coding question on array
Interview experience
4
Good
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
Less than 2 weeks
Result
Not Selected

I applied via Campus Placement and was interviewed in Sep 2023. There were 2 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Coding Test 

AON. duration was 90 min.

Round 2 - Technical 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Tell me about malloc
  • Ans. 

    malloc allocates memory dynamically in C, returning a pointer to the allocated memory block.

    • Used in C programming for dynamic memory allocation.

    • Syntax: void* malloc(size_t size);

    • Returns a pointer to the allocated memory or NULL on failure.

    • Example: int* arr = (int*)malloc(10 * sizeof(int)); // allocates memory for an array of 10 integers.

    • Always free allocated memory using free() to avoid memory leaks.

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. Largest substring without duplicates

Skills evaluated in this interview

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

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Ofdm, equalization, estimation
Interview experience
5
Excellent
Difficulty level
-
Process Duration
-
Result
-
Round 1 - Technical 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Ofdm, equalization, estimation
Interview experience
4
Good
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
-
Result
Not Selected

I applied via LinkedIn and was interviewed in Nov 2023. There was 1 interview round.

Round 1 - One-on-one 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. How did you integrate partner API
  • Ans. 

    I integrated partner API by collaborating with the partner's technical team and following API documentation.

    • Collaborated with partner's technical team to understand API capabilities and requirements

    • Reviewed API documentation to understand endpoints, authentication methods, and data formats

    • Developed code to interact with partner API endpoints

    • Tested API integration to ensure data is being exchanged accurately

    • Implemented ...

  • Answered by AI

Skills evaluated in this interview

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

I applied via Naukri.com and was interviewed before Mar 2023. There were 3 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Aptitude Test 

We had an aptitude test which had questions from programming and basic aptitude

Round 2 - Technical 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Basic questions were asked related to programming and the projects that I had mentioned in my Resumè
Round 3 - Technical 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Questions asked based on my knowledge of WLAN and antennas

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Samsung Semiconductor interview process usually has 2-3 rounds. The most common rounds in the Samsung Semiconductor interview process are Technical, Resume Shortlist and HR.
How to prepare for Samsung Semiconductor 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 Samsung Semiconductor. The most common topics and skills that interviewers at Samsung Semiconductor expect are Programming, C++, Debugging, Hardware and Management.
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  1. Design Memory allocator for user space programs like mall...read more
  2. Details of UVM and System Verilog blocking and non blocking assignm...read more
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How long is the Samsung Semiconductor interview process?

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

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2-4 weeks 14%
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