bloomberg | Software Engineer | Interview Experience
Interview Date: Not specified
Result: Rejected
Difficulty: Not specified
Interview Process
The interview process consisted of two main parts: an initial screening and an onsite interview over two days. The first day included one round of coding and one round of system design. The coding interview lasted for 60 minutes, which included a 15-minute discussion of the resume and 40 minutes to solve two coding questions. The second day was contingent on the performance of the first day.
Technical Questions
- String Manipulation - Split a string (followed by clarification questions).
- LRU Cache - Discussed implementation details and follow-up questions regarding handling duplicates.
- System Design - Designed a reporting platform system.
Tips & Insights
- Be prepared to explain your thought process clearly, as interviewers may not understand your approach immediately.
- Familiarize yourself with system design concepts and be ready to discuss practical applications.
- Expect follow-up questions that dive deeper into your initial answers, especially in coding interviews.