I applied online. The process took 1 day. I interviewed at Amazon in May 2011
Interview
Java Int
Guy called me - started with the plan of interview..first 20 mts this...20 mts that
then
whats final finalize finally
hashmap implementation and tree -which one is good
what happens if there is collision in bucket - [hashmap] [all correct]
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Gave me a requirement - he wanted me to impl it.
req-
process1 upgrade
do this 1[lets say a job - write to file]
do this 2
process 2
do that 3
call process 1 upgrade
end process 2 upgrade
existing process 2 do this[so upgrade stops here.]
design/ code in java - where i want to upgrade processes.
I mean even if we get the question, you will have to apply your thinking and coding/design ability to come up with the result.
ALSO - ask questions - cos he hardly mentioned anything.
[did not complete-tried to be too cool]
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last - write fibonacci series in java.[done in a min]
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i did fumble on design thing cos - i went with a very generic approach anf the time just ran out. he gave 15 mts i guess...
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well i did ok, but i think im out.
prepare for int by learning few algos and trying to apply them in real time.
Other Software Developer Interview Reviews for Amazon
Great interview process with three rounds, including a technical assessment and a technical interview. The interviewers were professional and supportive throughout the process. The questions mainly focused on DSA, problem-solving, and core technical concepts. The discussions were engaging and provided a good opportunity to demonstrate technical skills. Overall, the process was well-structured, smooth, transparent, and a very positive experience.
I applied online. I interviewed at Amazon (Sydney)
Interview
I can't comment much. I submitted an application for the software engineer position, and not even a minute later, I received an auto rejection email from Amazon (never received an online assessment).
2 behavioral 2 coding not very difficult. Behavioral is tell me about a time you took responsibility beyond your role and biggest accomplishment. The process is exactly the guideline they posted for interview.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
tell me about a time you took responsibility beyond your role