I applied through an employee referral. The process took 4 weeks. I interviewed at IBM (Austin, TX) in Apr 2010
Interview
Interview process was very rigorous - asked about development methodology, release process, large group development and more.
On the software side - specific programming skills were tested. A large project was given as an example and one was asked to define the approach of building the solution with a few junior developers - clear breakdown of project into modules and components with a focus on the classes to be developed - their functionality interaction and fit with other components.
Be prepared - you have to be good to pass with solid real world experience - they are not a big fan of academics here - Research hires PHds with a track record.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
Given a project to port an application from AIX to a portable platform neutral format. Approach and modules to be developed.
I applied through a recruiter. I interviewed at IBM (Bengaluru) in Mar 2026
Interview
They took 3 technical and 1 Managerial round. Questions were tough for 1st round but easier in subsequent rounds.however They never released offer or thought to provide feedback. HR kept on giving dates. Very exhausting.
very good, didn't face major hurdles in my interview.
first round is online
second round is at office
completed all remaining rounds on same day.
Delay from HR on response to the position.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
The role was specific to SQL testing:
SQL basics to intermediate level questions, Followed by Python, Agile and work experience related questions.
All high-level technical questions with no programming challenges. I had two to three rounds. Interviewers were extremely nice. The entire process was smooth and done quickly. No issues or complaints.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
Explain what you usually do at work and how do you solve tough challenges.