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Anonymous
I applied via Naukri.com and was interviewed in Nov 2024. There were 2 interview rounds.
It was basic coding to test the Python skills like reading data from local and uploading in cloud then some basic dag related questions
(4 Questions)
- Q1. Clustering and partition difference in data warehousing solutions
- Ans.
Clustering involves grouping similar data together, while partitioning involves dividing data into smaller, manageable sections.
Clustering is used to group similar data points together based on certain criteria, such as customer segments or product categories.
Partitioning involves dividing a large dataset into smaller, more manageable sections for easier data retrieval and processing.
Clustering is often used for data a...
- Q2. What are the different approaches to Optimising SQL
- Ans.
Different approaches to optimizing SQL include indexing, query optimization, and database design.
Use indexing to improve query performance
Optimize queries by avoiding unnecessary joins and using appropriate functions
Design the database schema efficiently to reduce redundancy and improve data retrieval speed
- Q3. Spark and it’s architecture
- Q4. Finding the count of Item bought by an customer from Flipkart during a year excluding February
- Ans.
To find the count of items bought by a customer from Flipkart during a year excluding February, you need to aggregate the data and filter out February transactions.
Aggregate the data by customer and item purchased
Filter out transactions from February
Count the number of items bought by each customer
Interview Preparation Tips
I appeared for an interview in May 2025, where I was asked the following questions.
- Q1. Gave a use case like chatbot and asked how would I design it. SQL Technical questions - SCDs , moving averages , data warehousing concepts , query optimization techniques
- Q2. SQL Query about removing duplicates
- Ans.
Learn how to write SQL queries to effectively remove duplicate records from a dataset.
Use the DISTINCT keyword to select unique records. Example: SELECT DISTINCT column_name FROM table_name;
Utilize GROUP BY to aggregate data and eliminate duplicates. Example: SELECT column_name, COUNT(*) FROM table_name GROUP BY column_name;
For more control, use a Common Table Expression (CTE) or subquery to identify duplicates. Exampl...
I applied via Campus Placement
Resume short listing
2 coding questions easy with aptitude questions as well
Selected
I applied via Recruitment Consulltant and was interviewed before Feb 2023. There were 2 interview rounds.
(2 Questions)
- Q1. Spark and SQL and previous experience
- Q2. Scenario based questions
(1 Question)
- Q1. Project architect
What people are saying about Verizon
(1 Question)
- Q1. Questions on spark and kafka
(1 Question)
- Q1. How soon you will join
What are the roles & responsibilities of a Data Engineer at Verizon?
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I appeared for an interview before May 2016.
Interview Preparation Tips
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I appeared for an interview in Mar 2017.
Interview Questionnaire
5 Questions
- Q1. Related to semiconductors, processors etc. were asked.
- Q2. Strength
- Q3. Weaknesses
- Q4. Hobbies
- Ans.
I enjoy coding personal projects, hiking, and reading tech blogs to stay updated on industry trends.
Coding personal projects: I recently built a weather app using React and OpenWeather API.
Hiking: I love exploring local trails and have completed several hikes in national parks.
Reading tech blogs: I regularly follow sites like Medium and Hacker News to learn about new technologies.
- Q5. If there are 200 fishes in an aquarium. 99% are red. How many fishes have to be removed to make the red fishes 98 % in the aquarium?
- Ans.
To make the red fishes 98%, 50 fishes have to be removed from the aquarium.
Calculate 1% of 200 fishes to find the number of red fishes.
Subtract the number of red fishes from 200 to find the number of non-red fishes.
Calculate 2% of the total number of fishes to find the desired number of red fishes.
Subtract the desired number of red fishes from the current number of red fishes to find the number of fishes to be removed.
Interview Preparation Tips
Experience: There were 40 aptitude questions of variable difficulty. More questions revolved around topics like time and work, distance, speed, time, profit loss, age etc.
Tips: A regular and prior preparation will go a long way in determining a good test score.
Use tricks to solve the questions and calculations should be fast.
Duration: 30 minutes
Total Questions: 40
Round: Test
Experience: The questions weren't that tough when it came to programming. An example would be conversion of temperature from Celsius to Fahrenheit and vice versa. This was a question in my paper. So I'm hoping the difficulty would be more or less the same.
Tips: Do certified programming courses. They help you a lot in cracking good jobs.
Duration: 45 minutes
Total Questions: 3
Round: Puzzle Interview
Tips: This can be tough if you can't imagine scenarios and situations. So make sure you inculcate critical problem solving thinking in your everyday life. I feel that's the best way to do things in this round.
Round: Technical Interview
Experience: This was a short interview so not much happened.
Tips: Whatever you do just know your stuff properly.
Round: HR Interview
Experience: It was a simple interview. Basic questions and their basic answers helped me get through it.
Tips: The tip would be to stay positive in your approach while answering the questions
Skills: Technical Skill, Interpersonal Communication, Aptitude
College Name: VIT Vellore
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Huawei Technologies
Aman Kushwaha
posted on 28 Jun 2017
I appeared for an interview in Mar 2017.
Interview Questionnaire
5 Questions
- Q1. Related to semiconductors, processors etc. were asked.
- Q2. Weaknesses
- Q3. Strength
- Ans.
I excel in problem-solving, collaboration, and adaptability, which help me thrive in dynamic software development environments.
Strong problem-solving skills: I enjoy tackling complex coding challenges, like optimizing algorithms for better performance.
Effective collaboration: I have successfully worked in cross-functional teams, contributing to projects like a full-stack web application.
Adaptability: I quickly learn ne...
- Q4. Hobby
- Q5. If there are 200 fishes in an aquarium. 99% are red. How many fishes have to be removed to make the red fishes 98 % in the aquarium?
- Ans.
To make the red fishes 98%, 50 fishes have to be removed from the aquarium.
Calculate 1% of 200 fishes to find out how many fishes represent 1%.
Multiply the result by 2 to find out how many fishes represent 2%.
Subtract the result from 200 to find out how many fishes represent 98%.
Interview Preparation Tips
Experience: There were 40 aptitude questions of variable difficulty. More questions revolved around topics like time and work, distance, speed, time, profit loss, age etc.
Tips: A regular and prior preparation will go a long way in determining a good test score.
Use tricks to solve the questions and calculations should be fast.
Duration: 30 minutes
Total Questions: 40
Round: Test
Experience: The questions weren't that tough when it came to programming. An example would be conversion of temperature from Celsius to Fahrenheit and vice versa. This was a question in my paper. So I'm hoping the difficulty would be more or less the same.
Tips: Do certified programming courses. They help you a lot in cracking good jobs.
Duration: 45 minutes
Total Questions: 3
Round: Puzzle Interview
Tips: This can be tough if you can't imagine scenarios and situations. So make sure you inculcate critical problem solving thinking in your everyday life. I feel that's the best way to do things in this round.
Round: Technical Interview
Experience: This was a short interview so not much happened.
Tips: Whatever you do just know your stuff properly.
Round: HR Interview
Experience: It was a simple interview. Basic questions and their basic answers helped me get through it.
Tips: The tip would be to stay positive in your approach while answering the questions
Skills: Technical Skill, Interpersonal Communication, Aptitude
College Name: VIT Vellore
I appeared for an interview in Mar 2017.
Interview Questionnaire
8 Questions
- Q1. Basics of networking
- Q2. Data structures
- Q3. Sql
- Q4. Introduction
- Ans.
I'm a passionate software engineer with a strong background in full-stack development and a love for solving complex problems.
Education: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science from XYZ University.
Experience: 3 years of experience in developing web applications using React and Node.js.
Projects: Developed an e-commerce platform that increased sales by 30% within the first quarter.
Skills: Proficient in JavaScript, Python, ...
- Q5. Final year project
- Q6. Why should I hire you?
- Ans.
I have the technical skills, experience, and passion to deliver high-quality software solutions.
I have a strong background in programming languages such as Java, Python, and C++.
I have experience working on complex software projects and collaborating with cross-functional teams.
I am passionate about staying up-to-date with the latest technologies and trends in software development.
I am a quick learner and have a strong...
- Q7. Why Ericsson?
- Ans.
Ericsson is a global leader in telecommunications technology with a strong focus on innovation and career development.
Global leader in telecommunications technology
Strong focus on innovation
Opportunities for career development
- Q8. About relocation
- Ans.
Yes, I am open to relocating for the right opportunity, as it can enhance my career and personal growth.
Relocation can provide exposure to new technologies and methodologies.
Living in a different city can broaden my professional network.
I am adaptable and enjoy new experiences, which relocation offers.
For example, moving to a tech hub like San Francisco could open doors to innovative projects.
Interview Preparation Tips
Experience: The test which I wrote was based on cocubes. quants was easy, one can easily score 50 percent if they refer rs agarwal and logical was easy but it takes more time and verbal was neither easy nor tough. One thing I want to advice try doing verbal first so that u can save time and then go to quant and logical. After the test we got the results out of 160 students 51 cleared the test. I was one among them.
Duration: 45 minutes
Total Questions: 45
Round: Technical Interview
Experience: Keep ur cool in the technical. people are friendly. Think before you answer twice they may ask u puzzles as well. So be prepared for it. Final year project is a must, they are gonna ask u the details how you implement stuffs in your project. After my technical out of 51 students around 30 cleared this round. I was one among them.
Round: HR Interview
Experience: Don't be scared guys. Hr is just a casual one. finally around 15 were selected from my college including me. I am very happy with the result. best of luck guys. Do well!!!
Tips: Keep your cool. stay confident that's all I can tell. Once you clear technical one can easily clear Hr round.
Skills: Communication, Technical Skill
College Name: JSS Academy of Technical Education - JSSATE
Interview Questionnaire
4 Questions
- Q1. Write a C code for printing Febonacci Series upto n elements
- Q2. Question related to family background
- Q3. What are your hobbies?
- Ans.
I enjoy coding personal projects, hiking, and reading tech blogs to stay updated on industry trends.
Coding personal projects: I often build small applications to explore new technologies.
Hiking: I love spending weekends in nature, which helps me recharge.
Reading tech blogs: I follow sites like Medium and Hacker News to stay informed.
- Q4. What are your strengths and weaknesses?
- Ans.
I excel in problem-solving and teamwork, but I sometimes struggle with time management under pressure.
Strength: Strong problem-solving skills - I enjoy tackling complex coding challenges, like optimizing algorithms for better performance.
Strength: Effective teamwork - I thrive in collaborative environments, having successfully led a project with cross-functional teams.
Weakness: Time management - I occasionally underest...
Interview Preparation Tips
Experience: Questions were from easy to moderate level. No negative marking, so attempt all.
Tips: Keep your mind open and practice aptitude problems on a daily basis.
Round: Group Discussion
Experience: There were 21 students selected out of which two teams of 10 and 11 students were formed. Both the groups were given a topic and each one of us had to express our views.
Tips: Don't get nervous, just speak whatever you think. Don't yell or speak at loudly, just keep calm and put your points forward.
Duration: 20 minutes
Round: Technical Interview
Experience: Apart from the above questions some puzzles and DBMS questions and a few basic C questions were also asked. We were given enough time to think and answer.
Tips: Do not be in a hurry. Think properly what you are going to say, whether it is right or not and then only answer.
Round: HR Interview
Experience: The HR round was a good one. He tried to test my thinking capabilities and reasoning capabilities
Tips: Answer every question honestly.
General Tips: All the four rounds were elimination rounds and the final result was announced based on cumulative performance. So, be patient and give your best.
Skill Tips: Try to answer every properly
Skills: IQ, Basic Coding Skills, Problem Solving Skills
College Name: NIT ALLAHABAD
Motivation: The company visited our college campus. Also, one of my relatives in in Ericsson at a very high post and is quite happy working here.
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